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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.
With fair rates and a process that gets you a pro in 24 hours, Upstaff’s where you hire iOS developers who ship code that stands out, not just placeholder junk.

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

Objective-C 10yr.

iOS 10yr.

C++ 10yr.

Swift 5yr.

SQL 10yr.

Cocoa 10yr.

Architecture and Design Patterns 10yr.

macOS 10yr.

XCode 10yr.

Foundation 5yr.

XML 5yr.

JSON 5yr.

SQLite 5yr.

AppKit 5yr.

UIKit 5yr.

REST 5yr.

RPC (Remote Procedure Call) 5yr.

Delphi

Java

JavaScript

Python

VBA

BLE

Crashlytics

KVC

KVO

Chromium

HTML

WebKit

Google Analytics

Firebase

Microsoft SQL Server

MySQL

Oracle Database

PostgreSQL

SQLCipher

AWS S3

Google Cloud Pub/Sub

3D Modelling

AES

Catch2

e2e testing

AFNetworking

CocoaPods

Cocoa Touch

Core Animation

Core Bluetooth

Core Data

Core Graphics

Core Location

Core Media

Core Text

Flurry

NWProtocolWebSocket

Packet Tunnel Provider

StoreKit

SwiftGen

SwiftLint

Viper

Agile

Design patterns

FDD

MVC

MVVM

Scrum

SDLC

UML

Waterfall

Apache HTTP Server

AppCenter CI

Jenkins

cURL

OpenSSL

TLS

XMPP

FreeBSD

MS-DOS

Ubuntu

Unix

Windows

Git

MVP

Qt Creator

Qt Framework

valgrind

Visual Studio

RESTful API

Windows API

Box2D

Chromium/PDFium

cocos2d

Multitasking

pdfkit

Protobuf

RSA

Soda PDF

Swift Package Manager

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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

Expert (10+ years)

Odesa, Ukraine

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Sergio JaraSenior Full Stack Engineer

JavaScript 5yr.

Swift 5yr.

FDD 5yr.

Node.js

React

Objective-C

ASP.NET MVC Pattern

.NET

Backbone.js

Meteor

Ethers.js

p5.js

Web3.js

FireStore

MongoDB

GCP

Agile

Algolia

CI/CD

Docker

Hardhat

Fastlane

Github Actions

Ubuntu

WebRTC

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Software engineer with 9+ years of experience, excelling in full stack development with expertise in JavaScript, Swift, and iOS development. Proven track record of leading successful projects, including winning multiple hackathons and developing robust blockchain-based solutions. Demonstrates strong technical leadership, having managed diverse engineering teams and fostering agile best practices. Well-versed in various technologies like Node.js, React.js, Firebase services, Ethers.js, Web3.js, and AWS, with a solid foundation in computer science from Universidad Nacional del Nordeste. The engineer's proficiency in building scalable systems for music streaming, live video monitoring, and blockchain integration positions them as a valuable asset to any team seeking deep technical expertise and innovative solutions.

Senior (5-10 years)

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Uğur AktaşReactJS & React Native Developer

JavaScript 5yr.

React Native 4yr.

React 3yr.

Next.js 2yr.

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Software engineer with 9 years of professional experience specializing in front-end development and React Native. Expert in building robust mobile apps and web applications using technologies such as ReactJS, NextJS, Redux, GraphQL, and Firebase.

Senior (5-10 years)

23 Nisan, Turkey

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TMM

TANNA MANSI MAHESHBHAIIOS Developer

Swift 3yr.

Kotlin 2yr.

SwiftUI

Viper

FDD 2yr.

Android Jetpack

Room (Android Jetpack)

Realm

SQLite

BitBucket

CI/CD

Core Media

UIKit

TDD

Ffmpeg

WebRTC

App Service

CoreML

ExoPlayer

MetaKit

No code

Problem-solving

Social SDK

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Software Engineer with 3.5+ years of experience, specializing in iOS development with Swift and Android development with Kotlin. Proficient in leveraging frameworks like UIKit, SwiftUI, CoreData, AVFoundation, and technologies like MVVM, VIPER, and Clean Swift. Demonstrates strong proficiency in application performance, memory management, and advanced photo editing application development. Holds a Computer Engineering degree and has a solid foundation in coding principles and software development practices. Worked on notable projects involving video streaming, e-commerce applications, and organizational management tools.

Middle (3-5 years)

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Viral BhadiyadraReact Native Developer

React Native 5yr.

Mobile Application Development 5yr.

Mobile App Design 5yr.

Android App Development 5yr.

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Senior (5-10 years)

India

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Hashir RafiqueiOS and Android Engineer

$25/hr
$4000/month

iOS

Android

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Hello, my name is Hashir, and I am a mobile app developer with 5 years of experience in both iOS and Android app development. Over the years, I have honed my skills in developing high-quality mobile applications that are user-friendly, efficient, and visually appealing.As a mobile app developer, I specialize in a wide range of technologies such as React Native, Android Studio, and Swift. My knowledge in these technologies enables me to design and implement custom mobile applications that meet the unique needs of each client.Throughout my career, I have gained valuable experience in all aspects of the mobile app development process, from concept to launch. I have a deep understanding of both the design and development aspects of creating a mobile application, which allows me to provide clients with comprehensive solutions.I am also passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in mobile app development. This passion drives me to continuously seek out new skills and knowledge, which enables me to develop innovative and efficient solutions that exceed my clients' expectations.In summary, I am a dedicated and skilled mobile app developer with a passion for creating high-quality, user-friendly applications.

Senior (5-10 years)

Pakistan

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MUHAMMAD ZUBAIRSr. Software Engineer

Java 9yr.

Kotlin 9yr.

Android APIs 9yr.

Flutter 4yr.

Facebook Auth 3yr.

JavaScript

Swift

Crashlytics

Redux-Saga

Data Lake

Azure

AWS Amplify

Banking

Agile

Clean Architecture

Kanban

MVVM

Scrum

UML

GraphQL

RESTful API

BitBucket

Git

CI/CD

Codemagic

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Fastlane

JIRA Core

MVP

Packet Tunnel Provider

Bloc

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

GetX

OOP/MVC

Performance Optimization

Quality Assurance

Riverpod

Team Collaboration

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Software Engineer with 9 years of expertise in Android, Kotlin, Java, and 3.5 years in Flutter (Android, iOS, Web) development. Managed teams for 3 years and excels in project skills like planning and management. Responsible for designing and building responsive, high-performing applications and leading the execution of complex projects. Mastered relevant technologies including C++, Swift, JavaScript, and various SDLC methodologies such as Agile and Scrum. Contributed to innovative applications like Gibson Guitars Amped and WIO Business, showcasing proficiency in modern programming paradigms, principles, and patterns, coupled with a strong educational foundation in Information Technology.

Senior (5-10 years)

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Kostantyn B.Senior Mobile Developer

Facebook Auth 6yr.

Dart 6yr.

Swift 6yr.

UIKit 6yr.

SwiftUI

Kotlin

TypeScript

Angular

Node.js

React

ASP.NET Core Framework

Identity Server

Bootstrap 4

HTML5

Kendo UI

SCSS

Socket.io

C/C++/C#

Coil

Crashlytics

Data binding

Flutter

KMM

Koin

Kotlin Coroutines

LiveData

Retrofit2

Ethers.js

React Navigation

Redux-Saga

MongoDB

Firebase Cloud Messaging

Azure Blockchain

Healthcare

retail

Atlassian Trello

BitBucket

Github Actions

Collections API

Google Maps API

Swagger

Figma

GitLab CI

Kanban

MVVM

Scrum

MQQT

RabbitMQ

Postman

TestFlight

WebRTC

WebSockets

Bloc

Dispatch

go-kit

POM

POS

Room Dagger 2

SOUP

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Seasoned Senior Mobile Developer with 6 years of experience, specializing in native iOS (Swift, UIKit, SwiftUI) and cross-platform (Flutter) mobile app development. Demonstrated expertise in full lifecycle project management, architecting robust app solutions with a focus on the Blockchain, Transportation, Education, HealthCare, and E-commerce sectors. Proficient in leveraging modern development tools, such as Alamofire, Core Data, and Combine. Effective at leading and mentoring teams, directly engaging with clients, and contributing to high-quality software with experience in SDLC, MVVM, Agile methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines. Recognized for refactoring and optimizing codebases for scalability and performance.

Senior (5-10 years)

Lviv, Ukraine

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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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FAQs about iOS Development for Senior iOS Developers

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.