samuel ziat
@samuelziat
Experienced iOS & MacOS Software Engineer with strong leadership skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned iOS and MacOS Software Engineer with over a decade of experience in developing and leading innovative software solutions. My journey has taken me through various roles, from developing banking applications to creating cryptocurrency platforms, where I have honed my skills in architecture, programming, and team leadership.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led teams at prominent companies like InThePocket and ING Bank, where I refactored applications to enhance performance and maintainability. My commitment to quality is evident in my work, achieving a test coverage of 98% in critical banking applications. I thrive in challenging environments and am passionate about mentoring the next generation of developers.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
MacOS Developer
APICode
Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)
Analyzed, created, developed, and tested a cryptocurrency application on MacOS. Targeted several spot and future exchanges to facilitate trading.
IT Specialist
MasterCard International
Jan 2005 - Dec 2010 (5 years 11 months)
Managed transaction flow across the European network infrastructure in a 24/7 role. Planned and performed upgrades, migrations, interventions, and maintenances with global providers, resolving operational issues for European, US, and Russian banks.
Delphi Developer
Self Employed
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 11 months)
Created restaurant software for ticketing and stock management. The developed software was successfully deployed and remains in use.
iOS Developer
AppSolution
Jun 2011 - Apr 2012 (10 months)
Created iPhone and iPad applications in collaboration with other developers and designers. Released various applications, including news, business, advertising, networking, AR, entertainment, and localization apps, on the Apple App Store (B2C) and for private enterprise distribution (B2B).
iOS Trainer
Audaxis
Jul 2012 - Oct 2012 (3 months)
Trained and coached young developers, guiding them through the entire application project life cycle. Provided hands-on support and mentorship to ensure successful project completion.
iOS Developer
APICode
Sep 2012 - Dec 2012 (3 months)
Created and designed an iOS application to develop a service around the Twitter social platform. The project was not released due to Twitter developing a similar, more advanced service.
iOS Lead Developer + Project Manager
La Voix du Nord
Jan 2013 - Nov 2013 (10 months)
Designed and programmed iPhone and iPad applications for the VDN group, including various regional news publications. Managed projects from conception to delivery, ensuring timely and quality releases.
iOS Developer
APICode
Nov 2013 - Feb 2014 (3 months)
Designed, developed, and released the iOS game 'Dust & Debris'. Managed the full lifecycle of game development from concept to deployment.
Lead iOS Developer
Woox Innovations (Philips)
Feb 2014 - Apr 2015 (1 year 2 months)
Led the iOS development team and collaborated with international partners to release the Philips-SpeakerSet-Manager application. This application controlled Spotify Multiroom speakers, enhancing user audio experience.
iOS Developer
APICode
Jun 2014 - Nov 2015 (1 year 5 months)
Created, designed, and programmed the horror iOS application 'Beyond Curse'. Gained experience in directing, SFX, and CGI artistry during the project.
Lead iOS Developer
Selligent
Jun 2015 - Jan 2016 (7 months)
Trained and coached a development team, elevating their skill level to meet industry standards. Released an iOS Framework managing communication between smart devices and CRM systems.
Senior iOS Developer
KBC-Bank
Dec 2015 - Apr 2016 (4 months)
Created and developed a banking application specifically designed for teenagers. Focused on user-friendly features and secure financial transactions.
Senior iOS Developer
Belfius Bank
Apr 2016 - Jul 2019 (3 years 3 months)
Developed new features for B2C clients and created/maintained a new application for B2B key accounts. Provided training and coaching to new developers joining the team.
Squad Lead iOS Developer
ING Bank
Jul 2019 - Apr 2020 (9 months)
Maintained and refactored several modules, specifically responsible for the Access & Trust cluster. Trained and coached new developers, and managed the hiring process for the team.
MacOS Developer
APICode
Jan 2019 - May 2022 (3 years 4 months)
Analyzed, created, developed, and tested a cryptocurrency application on MacOS. Targeted several spot and future exchanges to facilitate trading.
Lead iOS Developer
Urbantz
May 2022 - Oct 2022 (5 months)
Refactored the iOS application to modularize features into frameworks, enabling flexible deployment based on customer needs. Emphasized stability and abstractness of each module during the refactoring process.
Lead iOS Developer
InThePocket
Nov 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 1 month)
Refactored the Payconiq application from a monolith to a clean architecture with isolated modules, improving testability and maintainability. Rewrote the SelectorSDK, achieving 98% test coverage and zero dependencies, integrating it into major banking applications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown
Graduate, IT
Completed evening courses specializing in Database Administration (DBA). This program provided in-depth knowledge and practical skills in managing and maintaining databases.
Science University Of Namur
Unknown, Mathematics
Studied Mathematics at the Science University of Namur. The curriculum focused on advanced mathematical concepts and problem-solving techniques.
Unknown
Baccalaureate, Sciences
Obtained a Baccalaureate in Sciences. This foundational education provided a strong background in various scientific disciplines.
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