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Senior iOS Engineer (Real-Time Train Documents Focus)

Robots & Pencils is a digital innovation firm that helps clients use mobile, web, and AI technologies to transform their organizations. They focus on developing consumer applications, enterprise software, and education platforms by blending technology with a human-first approach.

Robots & Pencils

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At Robots Pencils, we’re looking for a Senior iOS Engineer to work on real-time document delivery and synchronization within mission-critical mobile applications. You’ll focus on building and maintaining systems that ensure train crews have reliable, timely access to critical documents, even in offline or high-latency environments.

This is a senior, hands-on role where you’ll leverage your expertise in Swift/SwiftUI, APNS, and real-time data synchronization to design, implement, and troubleshoot complex document management solutions. You’ll also work on offline-first architectures, data persistence strategies, and conflict resolution to guarantee the integrity and availability of time-sensitive information.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement real-time document synchronization solutions for mobile applications
  • Integrate and troubleshoot APNS (Apple Push Notification Service) for timely document delivery
  • Develop offline-first architecture and data persistence strategies for critical documents
  • Assess, diagnose, and recommend technical solutions for complex data sync challenges
  • Maintain and enhance document management and delivery systems within iOS applications
  • Apply Swift/SwiftUI expertise to develop scalable and reliable mobile features
  • Evaluate alternative approaches to real-time communication and document synchronization
  • (Optional / Nice to Have) Maintain UIKit/Storyboard components and manage iOS version compatibility updates
  • Ensure document versioning, conflict resolution, and reliability for mission-critical applications
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, production-ready solutions

Required Skills Qualifications

  • Advanced understanding of APNS (Apple Push Notification Service) implementation and troubleshooting
  • Expertise in real-time document synchronization solutions and architectural patterns
  • Experience with document management and delivery systems in mobile applications
  • Strong ability to assess, diagnose, and recommend technical solutions for complex data sync challenges, particularly for time-sensitive document delivery
  • Proficiency in Swift/SwiftUI for iOS development
  • Understanding of offline-first architecture and data persistence strategies for critical documents
  • Problem-solving skills for evaluating alternative approaches to real-time communication and document sync

Nice to Have

· Experience with UIKit/Storyboards

  • Familiarity with iOS version compatibility updates
  • Background in mission-critical or safety-sensitive applications
  • Experience with document versioning and conflict resolution

Why Join Robots Pencils?

At Robots Pencils, we don’t just build software; we create meaningful technology that helps people live healthier lives. You’ll work alongside passionate engineers, designers, and innovators in a collaborative, remote-friendly environment. With continued growth, now is the perfect time to join our team and make a direct impact on the future of digital health.

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At Robots & Pencils, we are at the forefront of digital innovation, revolutionizing how businesses leverage technology to achieve transformative growth. Since our inception in 2009, we've embraced the then-contrarian view that mobile would be more impactful than the internet itself. This foresight has positioned us as a leader in a world of unprecedented technological acceleration. Our core philosophy blends the sciences with the humanities—the 'Robots' with the 'Pencils'—fusing deep platform expertise with a human-first approach to design and strategy. We empower our clients by developing consumer applications, transformative enterprise software, and pioneering education platforms. Our expertise extends to operationalizing frontier technologies like machine learning, bots, and conversational user interfaces, enabling organizations to gain early and distinct advantages to future-proof their operations.

Our approach is centered on creating a company designed to attract and retain exceptional talent, amassing a team of hyper-skilled individuals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and creating previously inconceivable products. We partner with clients, from startups to global enterprises, to unlock unknown potential through data intelligence and industry experience. We craft user interactions that delight and inspire, always prioritizing the human experience. Our industry-leading, in-house talent meticulously crafts each line of code, delivering on the boldest ideas. We've developed our own groundbreaking products, such as Missions (now Slack's Workflow Builder), and an AI-powered Q&A engine, showcasing our commitment to continuous innovation. By fostering a culture of ongoing experimentation through initiatives like our FunLabs, we ensure our team remains at the leading edge of technology, bringing that cutting-edge knowledge to elevate our clients' digital experiences and technological capabilities. We are dedicated to helping organizations navigate the complexities of the digital landscape, transforming their businesses and creating what's next.

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401K/RRSP matching

Provides 401K/RRSP matching.

Health & wellness events

Organizes health and wellness events.

R&P branded swag

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Flexible work schedule

Prioritizes work-life balance with flexible hours.

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