iOS

Our career map helps you take charge of your professional growth. With 10 growth levels, from L1 to L10, each step features clear milestones to support your development.

Our career map helps you take charge of your professional growth. With 10 growth levels, from L1 to L10, each step features clear milestones to support your development. Open the document as a table ↗

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Management

IC-1

iOS Engineering Intern

Experience

No prior professional experience. Learning Swift, iOS fundamentals, and development processes.

Area of Responsibility

Completes small, well-defined tasks under mentorship. Focuses on learning Swift, basic frameworks, and the development process.

Skills

Understands object-oriented programming basics: classes, methods, simple structures
Aware of network principles: HTTP requests, basic JSON response structure
Has seen UIKit components and built basic screens
Uses Git for basic operations (clone, commit, push)
Follows instructions carefully and asks questions when stuck
Open to feedback and eager to improve
Developing habits of self-organization and attention to detail

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IC-2

Junior iOS Engineer

Experience

0.5–1.5 years of hands-on experience. Contributed to real-world tasks or projects.

Area of Responsibility

Implements small features, assists in debugging, and supports more experienced developers. Follows established technical solutions.

Skills

Uses object-oriented concepts (encapsulation, simple inheritance) in practice
Implements basic networking using URLSession
Builds layouts using UIKit (Storyboard or code)
Begins using SwiftUI for small UI blocks
Understands simple async flow using completion handlers
Stores and retrieves simple data via UserDefaults
Writes and runs unit tests for small components
Uses Git confidently for pull requests and conflict resolution
Communicates clearly within the team
Accepts and applies feedback from code reviews

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IC-3

Middle I – iOS Engineer

Experience

2–3 years of iOS development experience. Handles small and mid-size features with minimal supervision.

Area of Responsibility

Delivers features independently, supports junior developers, and contributes to improving code quality and processes.

Skills

Uses OOP and protocol-oriented patterns consistently
Works with REST APIs and decodes/encodes data
Builds UI using UIKit and integrates SwiftUI elements
Applies memory management best practices (ARC, avoiding retain cycles)
Uses async/await or GCD for simple background tasks
Implements unit tests and increases code coverage
Writes modular code, reuses components
Works with data storage (e.g., UserDefaults, Core Data, or local files)
Communicates requirements and blockers clearly
Begins offering feedback in code reviews
Demonstrates self-organization and proactive approach to task tracking

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IC-4

Middle II – iOS Engineer

Experience

3–4+ years of experience. Trusted to lead the development of features and handle small system improvements.

Area of Responsibility

Owns the full lifecycle of individual features, improves technical quality, and supports other engineers.

Skills

Implements networking and handles edge cases (timeouts, status code validation)
Combines UIKit and SwiftUI smoothly, introduces reusable UI components
Applies multithreading using async/await or Combine in basic flows
Manages memory consciously: observes usage, investigates potential leaks
Improves test coverage and contributes to test strategies
Works with basic CI/CD processes: triggers pipelines, reviews builds
Communicates and documents implementation decisions
Provides helpful code review feedback
Demonstrates reliability in delivery and time estimation
Thinks critically when choosing approaches, flags architectural concerns to seniors

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IC-5

Senior I – iOS Engineer

Experience

4+ years of hands-on experience. Recognized contributor to the product and engineering quality.

Area of Responsibility

Owns complex features, ensures stability, mentors teammates, and supports product delivery with technical solutions.

Skills

Designs features using appropriate architecture (e.g. MVVM, Coordinators), consistent with team standards
Optimizes networking layer and data flow structure
Drives UI consistency with reusable components in UIKit and SwiftUI
Applies async/multithreaded logic (Combine, async/await) in more complex scenarios
Maintains modular codebase and refactors legacy components
Builds meaningful test coverage (unit/UI) and supports CI/CD best practices
Mentors junior and mid-level engineers
Communicates with product and design to clarify requirements and suggest improvements
Owns delivery quality, timelines, and technical clarity of features
Demonstrates critical thinking and decision-making under constraints

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IC-6

Senior II – iOS Engineer

Experience

Solid track record of successful feature delivery and codebase improvement. Recognized as a technical reference inside the team.

Area of Responsibility

Leads technical implementation across multiple features. Improves system stability, code quality, and team workflows.

Skills

Makes architecture-level decisions for new components
Guides migration to modern frameworks (e.g., UIKit → SwiftUI)
Introduces modularization, improves reusability across codebase
Ensures async/multithreading is efficient, safe, and scalable
Optimizes test coverage strategy and improves CI/CD reliability
Works with product to identify technical risks and recommend priorities
Supports onboarding, pair-programming, and mentoring
Shares knowledge through documentation or internal talks
Encourages system thinking in teammates
Applies emotional intelligence and adapts communication to audience

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IC-7

Principal iOS Engineer

Experience

Highly experienced technical leader. Shapes platform architecture and long-term iOS strategy.

Area of Responsibility

Defines and evolves architectural standards. Acts as a bridge between engineering, product, and design on system-wide topics.

Skills

Owns architectural consistency and scalability across iOS codebase
Designs foundational layers used by all teams (e.g., networking, storage, design systems)
Coordinates platform evolution: Swift language features, tech debt refactoring
Proactively identifies weak points in performance, architecture, or developer experience
Collaborates with multiple teams to align tech direction
Drives platform-wide initiatives like CI/CD modernization, test strategy, accessibility
Mentors senior engineers and supports their growth
Communicates technical vision clearly to both engineers and stakeholders
Balances quality, delivery, and long-term maintainability
Fosters innovation, drives platform research & adoption

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IC-8

Tech Lead IOS

Experience

Deep technical expertise combined with delivery ownership. Drives the success of an iOS engineering team.

Area of Responsibility

Leads a team of engineers toward delivering high-quality iOS products. Ensures team alignment with business and technical goals.

Skills

Organizes technical work inside the team: planning, estimation, delivery
Facilitates discussions on architecture and design decisions
Manages priorities and technical scope for iOS features
Bridges communication between engineers, product managers, and design
Ensures team follows coding standards, reviews, and best practices
Coaches engineers: helps define goals, reviews progress
Drives continuous improvement in team workflows (CI, release process, testing)
Balances business delivery with technical excellence
Contributes to hiring, onboarding, and talent development

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IC-1

Trainee

Experience

Entry-level, little to no prior professional experience in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Learning and applying basic frontend concepts, writing simple components under supervision.

Skills

HTML/CSS: Understanding and using basic HTML elements and CSS styles.
JavaScript: Familiarity with basic JavaScript (ES6+) concepts.
Git: Basic version control operations, understanding of repositories.
Soft Skills: Effective communication, openness to feedback, willingness to learn and improve.

IC-2

Junior

Experience

More then 1 year of experience in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Developing small features, fixing bugs, and understanding project architecture.

Skills

HTML/CSS: Proficient in semantic HTML and CSS preprocessors (e.g., Sass).
JavaScript: Knowledge of ES6+, basic use of libraries like Vue.js or React.
Version Control: Confident use of Git, contributing to code reviews.
Soft Skills: Basic teamwork and communication, handling constructive criticism.

IC-3

Middle I

Experience

More then 2 years of solid frontend experience.

Area of Responsibility

Developing features independently, improving existing components, participating in code reviews.

Skills

JavaScript & Frameworks: Deep knowledge of ES6+, Vue.js ecosystem, understanding UI component libraries.
Coding Practices: Writing clean and maintainable code, understanding coding patterns and principles.
Infrastructure: Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Babel) and CI/CD pipelines.
Soft Skills: Working well in a team, basic problem-solving and critical thinking.

IC-4

Middle II

Experience

More then 3 years of experience in frontend, capable of handling complex tasks.

Area of Responsibility

Leading feature implementation, optimizing performance, and mentoring juniors.

Skills

Advanced JavaScript: Mastery of core concepts, meta-frameworks, and server-side rendering (SSR).
Testing: Writing unit tests and understanding end-to-end testing frameworks.
Optimization: Improving load times, optimizing SEO, and handling responsive design challenges.
Soft Skills: Effective collaboration, taking initiative, and providing constructive feedback.

IC-5

Senior I

Experience

More then 4 years of frontend development experience.

Area of Responsibility

Designing and implementing complex systems, contributing to architectural decisions.

Skills

Architecture & Patterns: Understanding design patterns, OOP, and functional programming.
Security: Awareness of common vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them.
Performance Tuning: Deep understanding of browser performance and optimization.
Soft Skills: Strong communication, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills.

IC-6

Senior II

Experience

Recognized as an expert in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Driving project quality, ensuring best practices, leading codebase improvements.

Skills

Frontend Mastery: Proficient in multiple frameworks (Vue.js, React, Angular), full understanding of TypeScript.
Code Review & Testing: Leading code reviews, implementing automated testing strategies.
CI/CD & Infrastructure: Advanced setup and maintenance of continuous integration and delivery.
Soft Skills: Strategic thinking, decision-making, and adaptability to change.

IC-7

Principal

Experience

Strategic leader in frontend development.

Area of Responsibility

Shaping the technical direction, mentoring senior engineers, overseeing large projects.

Skills

Strategic Planning: Defining and implementing frontend strategies, architectural design.
Innovation: Proposing innovative solutions, optimizing frameworks and libraries.
Stakeholder Communication: Effectively interacting with product owners and management.
Soft Skills: High-level collaboration, influencing team direction, handling complex challenges.

IC-8

Tech Lead

Experience

Extensive experience in leading frontend projects and teams.

Area of Responsibility

Technical leadership, architecture design, and ensuring project alignment with company goals.

Skills

Technology Leadership: Guiding the team on technical implementations, making strategic tech decisions.
Code Quality: Establishing and maintaining coding standards, enforcing best practices.
CI/CD & DevOps: Expertise in infrastructure, server configuration, and deployment strategies.
Soft Skills: Effective delegation, inspiring and motivating the team, strategic decision-making.

M-7

Team Lead iOS

Experience

Senior-level engineer transitioning into leadership. Combines strong technical background with team coordination experience.

Area of Responsibility

Leads a team of iOS engineers. Balances delivery, code quality, and team wellbeing. Acts as the main point of contact for cross-functional communication.

Skills

Plans and delegates tasks within the team
Coordinates sprint work, removes blockers
Ensures technical consistency, code quality, and testing practices
Gives feedback, runs 1-on-1s, and supports team growth
Collaborates with Product and Design to align technical feasibility with business needs
Participates in hiring and onboarding
Helps team stay focused, engaged, and resilient
Manages expectations and risks
Applies communication and conflict resolution skills within the team

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M-8

Engineering Manager – Mobile

Experience

Experienced technical leader managing one or several teams. Builds structure and alignment across mobile development efforts.

Area of Responsibility

Responsible for people management, delivery, and coordination across iOS & Android initiatives. Shapes team processes and career development.

Skills

Manages team performance, motivation, and mobile development
Supports Team Leads and Senior Engineers through coaching and delegation
Owns delivery timelines and technical health for mobile area
Designs team structure and drives hiring strategies
Collaborates with stakeholders across product, design, and other platforms
Builds a culture of feedback, growth, and sustainable delivery
Helps teams scale their processes: grooming, estimation, retrospectives
Resolves interpersonal conflicts and aligns teams on long-term direction
Advocates for mobile engineering needs at the department level

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M-9

Head of Mobile

Experience

Senior organizational leader with broad strategic influence. Represents mobile at the executive level.

Area of Responsibility

Owns the strategy, structure, and performance of mobile engineering (iOS & Android). Ensures alignment with product vision and long-term technical excellence.

Skills

Defines mobile engineering vision and long-term goals
Designs and evolves org structure: teams, roles, responsibilities
Aligns mobile architecture and direction with company-level goals
Builds and mentors engineering leadership (EMs, TLs, Principal Engineers)
Sets quality, performance, and hiring standards
Oversees cross-platform consistency and technical investment
Manages complex stakeholder communication and negotiations
Leads large-scale change, innovation, and strategic programs
Champions mobile engineering internally and externally

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M-8

Team Lead

Experience

Senior-level experience with a focus on leadership and team management.

Area of Responsibility

Managing the frontend team, ensuring project delivery, and aligning with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management: Planning and coordinating tasks, prioritizing work for team members.
Team Development: Mentoring and coaching, organizing training sessions for skills enhancement.
Communication: Handling stakeholder expectations, managing team dynamics.
Leadership Skills: Decision-making, conflict resolution, and fostering a collaborative environment.

M-9

Head of Frontend

Experience

Extensive experience in both frontend development and leadership.

Area of Responsibility

Overseeing the entire frontend department, defining the vision, and driving strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic Leadership: Setting goals, driving innovation, and overseeing large-scale projects.
Process Improvement: Developing and implementing processes to improve team efficiency.
Hiring & Development: Building and growing the team, managing recruitment, and team development.
Executive Communication: Reporting to top management, presenting the department’s achievements and plans.

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