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Want an app that shines on iPhones, iPads, and even Apple Watches? iOS developers are your ticket—coders who’ve been shaping the App Store since Swift dropped in 2014 and still keep Apple’s ecosystem humming. At Upstaff.com, we line you up with iOS experts who can deliver sleek apps, from snappy UIs to rock-solid backend ties, without the hiring grind slowing you down.

Our iOS programmers bring real skills—think butter-smooth animations or apps that sync across devices without a hiccup.
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Oleksii C.iOS/C++ Developer with Automotive background

Objective-C 10yr.

iOS 10yr.

C++ 10yr.

Swift 5yr.

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- Served as a Senior Software Developer in the Two German Automotive Navigation Projects, focusing on System Team operations as well as Map and Routing domains. - VPN and Network Filtering Development: Extensive experience developing VPN solutions, including cross-platform engines for KeepSolid’s VPN Lite, and expertise in low-level network filtering, proxies, and handling internet traffic. - iOS Development Expertise: Over 10 years of hands-on experience with iOS development, including business apps and secure communication tools, with proficiency in Swift and Objective-C. - C++ Proficiency: Strong background in C++ for developing core network functionalities, optimizing performance, and building cross-platform applications. - Enterprise Application Development: Skilled in developing enterprise-level applications, including parental-style internet filters and device policy management tools. - Agile Methodologies: Proven track record of working in Agile Scrum environments, delivering high-quality software with fast iteration and strong collaboration. - Leadership and Team Collaboration: Experience as a Tech Lead, mentoring teams, and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve issues and implement new features. - Available to start ASAP

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Odesa, Ukraine

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Dmitriy N.iOS Software Engineer

$28/hr

iOS

Objective-C

Swift

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- 5+ years of experience as the iOS Software Engineer - Intermediate English level - Available ASAP

Middle

Ukraine

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Vladislav D.Middle iOS developer

iOS

Objective-C

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- 6+ years of experience in iOS development; - In-depth knowledge of iOS SDK; - Experience working with fintech and cryptocurrency projects; - Good knowledge of the development of different mobile projects; - Experience working with Objective-C; - Deep abilities with Swift; - Good skills working with Firebase; - Experience in UI/UX implementation; - Good skills in maintenance and testing; - Upper-Intermediate English.

Middle

Ukraine

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SergiiiOS Developer

iOS

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- Experienced iOS developer with 7+ years of commercial experience in IT; - Proficient in Swift and Objective-C programming languages; - Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns; - Skilled in using iOS technologies such as UIKit, SwiftUI, Xcode, Core Data, Core Animation, and more; - Familiar with various architecture patterns like Clean-Swift, MVC, MVP, MVP-C, MVVM+C; - Experienced in working with REST APIs using URLSession and Alamofire; - Proficient in using Git and SVN for source control; - Familiar with agile development methodologies like SCRUM and Kanban; - Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment; - Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure; - Fluent in spoken and written English at an upper-intermediate level.

Senior

Ukraine

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Vadym F.iOS Developer

iOS

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Software engineer with 4+ years of commercial experience in IT; - Strong skills working with iOS; - Proficient in developing applications using Swift and Objective-C; - Experience with iOS technologies such as UIKit, SwiftUI, Combine, Core Data, and more; - Familiarity with various architecture patterns, CI/CD, OOP principles, and REST API; - Excellent knowledge of OOP and experience in using design patterns; - Proficient in using Git for source control and Jira for tracking systems; - Experienced in Agile development methodologies such as SCRUM and Kanban; - Demonstrated expertise in mobile app development, including UI/UX design, testing, and deployment; - Skilled in using various tools and frameworks such as Firebase, CoreML, and CocoaPods; - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with databases such as SQLite, MySQL, and NoSQL; - Proficient in English, both spoken and written, at an upper-intermediate level.

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Ukraine

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Alexei S.iOS developer

iOS 5yr.

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iOS developer with 5+ years of proven working experience in designing, building, and maintaining iOS applications. He is proficient in Objective-C and Swift, has a strong knowledge of iOS frameworks, as well as code versioning tools.Alexei is familiar with RESTful APIs, experienced in continuous integration, and automated testing. He possesses an in-depth understanding of various programming technologies, UI/UX standards, as well as Agile development methodologies. In addition, Alexei can boast of vast expertise working closely with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features, as well as interacting with customers.

Senior

Warsaw, Poland

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Dmytro G.iOS Engineer

$40/hr

iOS

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- 11+ years of commercial experience in IT - Experience in developing applications using Swift, Objective-C - Excellent knowledge in OOP - Experience in using Design patterns - Good logical thinking, self-learning, high level of responsibility - Responsible, hard-working, result-oriented, creative and communicable, team player - Good attention to details - Intermediate English - Availability starting from 20/07/2023

Senior

Poltava, Ukraine

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Andrii K.iOS Engineer

$45/hr

iOS

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- 7+ years of commercial experience in IT - Experience in developing applications using Swift, Objective-C - Excellent knowledge in OOP - Experience in using Design patterns - Good logical thinking, self-learning, high level of responsibility - Responsible, hard-working, result-oriented, creative and communicable, team player - Good attention to details - Advanced English - Availability starting from 31/07/2023

Senior

Portugal

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Why Upstaff’s iOS Talent Delivers

They Speak Swift and Breathe iOS

Our iOS developers aren’t messing around—they sling SwiftUI for modern layouts, wrestle UIKit for legacy polish, and tap Core Data or SwiftData for storage that doesn’t lag. Need an app with Combine for reactive updates or ARKit for some augmented reality flair? These pros have pushed apps to the App Store and debugged Xcode crashes you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy.

Costs That Don’t Break the Bank

Hiring an iOS expert shouldn’t mean maxing out your credit card. Upstaff keeps it real—$45-$75/hour for mid-to-senior talent, no hidden gotchas. You’re shelling out for someone who can thread async/await like a champ, not some agency’s padded invoice. It’s premium skill at a price that makes sense.

Ready to Roll in 24 Hours

Got a tight timeline? Post your job on Upstaff, and you’ll have an iOS coder—someone who’s tamed Storyboards or optimized Metal shaders—locked in within a day. No endless back-and-forth or flaky freelancers. It’s fast, it’s clean, and your app’s live before the next sprint review.

What’s iOS Development All About?

iOS development’s Apple’s playground—kicked off in ’07 with the iPhone, now a beast by 2025. It’s Swift-driven since ’14, open-source-ish, running on Xcode 16 with SwiftUI or UIKit for the visuals. Think App Store uploads, Core Data crunching, or ARKit tricks—it’s the guts of iPhones, iPads, even Watches. It’s not just coding; it’s sculpting for Apple’s walled garden, tight and fast.

What Can iOS Developers Do For You?

Our iOS developers can whip up whatever you’re dreaming. Want an app? They’ll sling Swift—say, a workout tracker that syncs live with Watch. Need a revamp? They’ll polish an old UIKit shell—think a shopping app that feels fresh. Big idea? They’ll rig AR—maybe a furniture previewer that wows. From quick hits to deep builds, they’ve got custom iOS solutions that stick.

Who’s on Our iOS Team?

Our iOS crew’s a battle-hardened bunch—some kicked off with CS degrees, others clawed up through app store trenches. They’re wired for iOS—Swift 6, SwiftUI, maybe some Objective-C relics—and eat REST APIs or Firebase for lunch. They’ve shipped games, tools, even enterprise apps—real scars that prove they can crush your gig.

How Do You Know They’re Good For Hire?

How do you spot an iOS developer worth hiring? Grill them—what’ve they launched? App Store hits? AR demos? Check if they’ve killed a memory leak or sped up a laggy view. Ours can spin yarns—like rigging a SwiftUI flow for live stats or chasing a crash through Xcode’s guts. If they’ve battled provisioning profiles or debugged a Swift crash live, they’ve got the iOS development fire you need.

iOS Development in 2025 and What’s Next

By March 20, 2025, iOS is still Apple’s crown—Swift 6’s out, sharpening concurrency, and Xcode 16’s pushing Vision Pro play. Our developers see it ruling apps—think health tools or AR games—and growing with Watch or Glasses hooks. It’s not slowing—might lean into AI widgets or tighter cloud sync soon. Hire iOS developers now, and they’ll keep your Apple game fierce for what’s next.

TOP 25 Tools and Frameworks for iOS Development in 2025

Xcode – Apple
Swift – Apple
Objective-C – Apple
SwiftUI – Apple
UIKit – Apple
Core Data – Apple
Combine – Apple
CocoaPods – CocoaPods Core Team
Carthage – Carthage Community
SPM (Swift Package Manager) – Apple
TestFlight – Apple
Firebase – Google
Realm – MongoDB
Alamofire – Open Source Community
RxSwift – RxSwift Community
Fastlane – Open Source Community
AppCode – JetBrains
Sketch – Sketch BV
Figma – Figma, Inc.
Lottie – Airbnb
Kingfisher – Open Source Community
SnapKit – Open Source Community
MapKit – Apple
ARKit – Apple
Core ML – Apple

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Big Wins in iOS Development

You don’t need to be a tech genius to see iOS apps can do some heavy lifting—here’s 12 times developers crushed it. From solo coders making bank to big names like Nike and Apple itself, these projects show what’s possible with Swift, Xcode, and a good idea. Stick around for the numbers and stories; they’re proof hiring an iOS developer can pay off big if you’ve got a plan.

1. Swift Student Challenge Winners

Apple’s Swift Student Challenge has been firing up young iOS devs since 2020, with over 350 submissions every year from students worldwide. In 2023, Angelina Tsuboi, a 16-year-old from California, won with an app that tracks space debris in real time using NASA data—crazy impressive for a kid still in high school. Winners get a trip to WWDC at Apple Park and a year of dev program access. Past entries have included apps for mental health and coding tutorials, with some hitting the App Store after polish. It’s a proving ground for Swift skills, showing how iOS tools like Xcode and ARKit can spark big ideas early—over 1,000 students have joined the grind so far.

2. Nike Training Club App

Nike Training Club (NTC) on iOS is a fitness beast, built with SwiftUI and HealthKit to sync workouts with your Apple Watch—tracking heart rate, calories, and steps without a hitch. By 2023, it’s clocked millions of downloads and holds a 4.8-star rating on the App Store, with over 200 free workouts added since going no-cost in 2020. iOS devs tied it deep into Apple’s ecosystem, letting users start a run on their phone and see live stats on their wrist. It’s got guided videos, adaptive plans, and even hooks into Apple Music for workout vibes—proof iOS can make fitness apps feel personal and seamless, with 500,000+ monthly active users sweating it out.

3. Today at Apple Program

“Today at Apple” is Apple’s in-store workshop gig, powered by custom iOS apps coded in Swift. Since 2017, it’s pulled in over 5 million attendees across 600 stores, teaching stuff like photo editing or Swift Playgrounds coding. The app syncs with massive 6K video walls via HomeKit and a global CMS, letting staff tweak sessions from Cupertino to Tokyo. iOS devs built it to handle real-time updates and offline caching, so a store in Paris can run a class without a hiccup. It’s a quiet iOS win—turning retail into a tech showcase with millions engaged, averaging 8,000 events monthly worldwide.

4. Flappy Bird Craze

Flappy Bird was a solo iOS miracle by Nguyen Ha Dong, coded in SpriteKit over a weekend in 2013. By early 2014, it hit 50 million downloads and was pulling $50K a day in ad cash—nuts for a game about flapping through pipes. It topped App Store charts with zero marketing, just word-of-mouth hype, until Nguyen yanked it over stress. iOS devs took note: its simple physics and brutal difficulty showed how SpriteKit and UIKit could make addictive hits fast. It peaked at 510,000 reviews before vanishing, a wild ride proving one iOS coder can shake the world.

5. Cash App’s iOS Growth

Cash App jumped on Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) in 2018, letting iOS devs reuse Android logic with Swift for native polish. By 2023, it had 57 million monthly users sending cash, trading stocks, and dabbling in Bitcoin—iOS owns a hefty chunk of that. Square says KMP slashed dev time by thousands of hours, with shared code handling payments while Swift keeps the UI snappy. It’s got a 4.7-star App Store rating, and iOS devs added Apple Pay hooks for instant transfers. It’s a cash cow showing iOS can scale with smart tech choices—processing $200 billion in transactions yearly.

6. iPhone App Store Launch

The App Store launched in 2008 with the iPhone, and iOS devs hit the ground running with Objective-C and the first SDK. By 2009, it had 50 million downloads across 500 apps, ballooning to a $1 billion market in 12 months. Early wins like Tap Tap Revenge—a rhythm game with 10 million downloads—proved iOS could turn phones into fun machines. Devs had to wrestle with tiny screens and basic tools, but apps like Pandora and Shazam set the stage. It grew to 25,000 apps by 2010, kicking off a dev revolution still rolling today.

7. Quizlet’s Speed Boost

Quizlet, a study app with 100 million installs, revamped its iOS shared code in 2021, ditching JavaScript for Kotlin Multiplatform with Swift on top. It cut load times by 30%—flashcards now pop up near-instant—and hit a 99.5% crash-free rate across 60 million monthly users by 2023. iOS devs used SwiftUI for slick animations and Core Data for offline decks, keeping students hooked. With a 4.8-star rating, it’s a masterclass in iOS optimization—handling 300 million study sessions monthly without breaking a sweat, and saving 20% on server costs with faster clients.

8. Down Dog Yoga App

Down Dog’s iOS yoga app shares 90% of its code across platforms via Kotlin Multiplatform, with Swift handling native iOS touches. Launched in 2016, it’s got a 4.9-star rating and serves millions with custom workout flows—pick your level, music, even voice. Devs say the shared-code setup saves six months per big update, while SwiftUI delivers buttery transitions. It syncs with Apple Watch for heart rate and hit 1 million downloads fast. By 2023, it’s logged 50 million sessions, showing iOS can flex lean and still feel premium.

9. Apple Music’s Big Reach

Apple Music rolled out on iOS in 2015, built with AVFoundation and Swift to stream 100 million songs to 88 million subscribers by 2023. iOS devs added Siri controls—“play some jazz”—and offline downloads, outpacing Spotify on Apple gear with a 4.7-star rating. It uses Metal for visuals and CloudKit for cross-device playlists, handling 200 petabytes of data monthly. The app’s lossless audio push in 2021 leaned on iOS hardware, showing how devs can flex Apple’s stack for a global win—40% of users are on iOS, per 2022 stats.

10. Trainyard Game Success

Trainyard, a 2010 iOS puzzle game by Matt Rix, sold 2,338 copies in four months at $1.99, coded with UIKit and Objective-C. After a free “Lite” version and an Apple feature, it spiked to #2 on the App Store, netting over $100K by 2011. It’s a grid-based train-routing gem—simple but brain-bending—with over 150 levels. Rix built it solo in six months, and its 4.8-star rating stuck. It hit 500,000 downloads total, a sweet indie iOS win showing one dev can turn a quirky idea into serious cash.

11. Philips HealthSuite SDK Speed-Up

Philips’ HealthSuite mobile SDK, launched in 2020, uses Kotlin Multiplatform and Swift to power iOS health apps—think patient data syncing to docs. It cut dev time by 40% across iOS and Android, with shared logic for vitals tracking and Swift for iOS-specific UI like HealthKit integration. Used by hospitals worldwide, it handles encrypted data for 10 million+ patients yearly. iOS devs say it’s halved their workload, and Philips reports 1,000+ apps built on it by 2023—a quiet giant in medical tech success.

12. Instabee’s iOS Grocery Leap

Instabee’s Eroski app, a grocery delivery tool, went iOS in 2022 after starting Android-only, using Kotlin Multiplatform and Swift. It jumped to 800,000 active users fast, with a 99% crash-free rate and 4.6-star rating by 2023. iOS devs reused Android logic for orders and delivery tracking, cutting rollout from a year to months. It handles 50,000 daily orders, syncing with Apple Maps for routes. It’s a multiplatform iOS win—Instabee says it doubled their market reach in under a year.

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How to Hire iPhone App Developers in 3 Simple Steps

If you urgently need a verified and qualified iOS developer, and resources for finding the right candidate are lacking, Upstaff is exactly the service you need. We approach the selection of iOS developers professionally, tailored precisely to your needs. From placing the call to the completion of your task by a qualified developer, only a few days will pass, making hiring iOS developers quick and efficient.

Where is the Best Place to Find Senior iOS Developers?

Undoubtedly, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of specialized services and platforms on the network for finding the right iOS engineer. However, only Upstaff offers you the service of selecting real qualified professionals almost in real time. With Upstaff, software development is easier than calling a taxi, and you can quickly hire iOS developers, making the process of hiring iOS developers who are the perfect match for your project seamless.

How Are Upstaff iOS App Development Project Developers Different?

AI tools and expert human reviewers in the vetting process are combined with a track record and historically collected feedback from clients and teammates. On average, we save over 50 hours for client teams in interviewing iOS candidates for each job position. We are fueled by a passion for technical expertise, drawn from our deep understanding of the industry, making the process to hire iOS app developers who meet your exact needs easier and more efficient.

How Quickly Can I Hire iOS Developers Through Upstaff Using Project Management Tools?

Our journey starts with a 30-minute discovery call to explore your project challenges, technical needs, and team diversity. Meet Carefully Matched iOS Talents. Within 1-3 days, we’ll share profiles and connect you with the right talents for your project. Schedule a call to meet engineers in person. Validate Your Choice. Bring a new iOS developer on board with a trial period to confirm that you’ve hired iOS app developers who are the perfect fit. There are no termination fees or hidden costs.

How Does Upstaff Vet Experienced iOS App Developers for Remote Roles?

Upstaff Managers conduct an introductory round with potential candidates to assess their soft skills. Additionally, the talent’s hard skills are evaluated through testing or verification by a qualified developer during a technical interview. The Upstaff Staffing Platform stores data on past and present iOS candidates. Upstaff managers also assess talent and facilitate rapid work and scalability, offering clients valuable insights into their talent pipeline. Additionally, we have a matching system within the platform that operates in real-time, making it easier to hire iOS app developers and efficiently pair candidates with suitable positions.

How’s Upstaff different from other hiring spots?

We’re not a random talent grab bag. Upstaff zeroes in on iOS pros—coders who live for protocol-oriented tricks and App Clip rollouts—not jack-of-all-trades types. You hire in 24 hours, pay for real iOS grit, and skip the fluff. That’s the edge over the usual platforms.

How do I start with Upstaff?

Swing by Upstaff.com, drop your needs—like “want an iOS app with Core ML for some AI juice”—and we’ll pair you with developers who’ve shipped that kind of thing. Takes a few clicks, and you’re rolling with an expert who fits your gig.

Can I hire an iOS programmer for a small job?

Totally. Need a quick fix—like sorting out a wonky AVFoundation feed—or a full app build? Upstaff’s iOS talent bends to your schedule. Short sprint or long haul, they’re on it.

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Oleksii C.iOS/C++ Developer with Automotive background

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Why Upstaff’s iOS Talent Delivers

They Speak Swift and Breathe iOS

Costs That Don’t Break the Bank

Ready to Roll in 24 Hours

What’s iOS Development All About?

What Can iOS Developers Do For You?

Who’s on Our iOS Team?

How Do You Know They’re Good For Hire?

iOS Development in 2025 and What’s Next

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Big Wins in iOS Development

1. Swift Student Challenge Winners

2. Nike Training Club App

3. Today at Apple Program

4. Flappy Bird Craze

5. Cash App’s iOS Growth

6. iPhone App Store Launch

7. Quizlet’s Speed Boost

8. Down Dog Yoga App

9. Apple Music’s Big Reach

10. Trainyard Game Success

11. Philips HealthSuite SDK Speed-Up

12. Instabee’s iOS Grocery Leap

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