MacOS Developer

As a high-energy, enthusiastic Mac/iOS Developer with extensive experience in Swift, you will be eager to contribute, demonstrate exceptional technical skills, and bring a positive attitude to our collaborative environment in the heart of Chicago.

We’re looking for a MacOS Developer who thrives on building delightful, intuitive user experiences. This role is perfect for someone who isn’t afraid to take the reins, work ahead without a detailed blueprint, and shape the direction of our MacOS application in real time. You’ll be at the forefront of crafting an app that looks and feels exceptional, balancing user experience, performance, and flexibility in a fast-moving environment.

If you’re the type who enjoys charting your own path, adapting when requirements shift, and bringing creative energy into your work—you’ll feel right at home here.

$/yr - $/yr

• Design, build, and maintain core features of our MacOS application with a strong emphasis on UI/UX polish and consistency
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• Prototype, experiment, and push forward without waiting for fully fleshed-out specs or designs.
• Collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and other engineers to transform ideas into production-ready features.
• Pivot quickly as requirements evolve, keeping the product experience cohesive and high quality.
• Own the end-to-end development process: from writing clean, efficient code to debugging and optimizing performance.
• Stay up to date with the latest macOS frameworks, guidelines, and best practices
  , and bring them into our product.

• 5+ years of experience in macOS/iOS development with a strong focus on Swift
• Proven experience developing MacOS applications in Swift/Objective-C, with a portfolio or shipped product to showcase.
• Experience with Xcode and Interface Builder
• Strong understanding of Apple frameworks:
  App Kit, Core Media, Core Audio, Core Animation, Core Graphics (Quartz)
• Strong understanding of Apple’s design principles and interface guidelines
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• High energy and eagerness to take on new challenges
• A strong eye for user experience, design detail, and platform-native feel
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• Comfort working independently, making decisions, and iterating quickly.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adjust when priorities shift.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset—able to share ideas and receive feedback openly.
• Willingness to work fully on-site at our Chicago River North office.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git) and strong Agile Scrum experience
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling (Web Sockets a plus)
• Knowledge of Xcode Cloud workflows and testing
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices in MacOS applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD for MacOS apps.
• Background working in small teams or startups where agility is key.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology and Engineering

• Technology, Information and Media and IT Services and IT Consulting