iOS Engineer - Core Experience at Spotify

London, England, United Kingdom

Spotify Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Music StreamingIndustries

Requirements

  • Solid experience with Swift, UIKit and familiarity or curiosity with SwiftUI
  • Solid grasp of modern iOS development practices and tools
  • Enjoy working collaboratively in mixed-discipline teams (iOS, Android, Design, Product)
  • Value clear communication, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
  • Curious, proactive, and open to experimenting with new technologies
  • Interested in how AI can enhance workflows and know when to use it to move faster
  • Bring empathy and user focus to every product decision
  • Based in Stockholm or London, with ability to come in 3 times per week

Responsibilities

  • Build and improve iOS features that make Spotify playback seamless and delightful
  • Work with Android engineers, product managers, and designers to shape features from concept to release
  • Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews to uphold quality standards
  • Collaborate on technical investigations and architecture improvements for the Spotify mobile app
  • Take ownership of tasks, from feature development to debugging and optimization
  • Use curiosity and innovation—including AI tools like Claude or Gemini—to improve workflows and learning

Skills

Swift
UIKit
SwiftUI
iOS development
code reviews
mobile app architecture

Spotify

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

About Spotify

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which includes advertisements, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Stockholms kommun, SwedenHeadquarters
2006Year Founded
$2,004.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse
Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents
Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs
Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success
All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub
Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

Risks

Accidental display of adult content may harm Spotify's reputation.
Creating its own music to avoid royalties could lead to legal issues.
Layoffs may affect Spotify's operational efficiency and employee morale.

Differentiation

Spotify offers a vast library of music and podcasts globally.
The platform's user-friendly interface enhances user experience and engagement.
Spotify's personalized playlists cater to individual user preferences.

Upsides

Spotify's AI-powered Wrapped feature enhances user engagement and personalization.
Expansion into political podcasting taps into new audience segments.
Growing podcast popularity in Africa presents expansion opportunities for Spotify.

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