Senior iOS Developer at Archer

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, AviationIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of professional iOS development experience, especially for iPad
Fluency in Swift and familiarity with modern UIKit/SwiftUI architectures
Track record of shipping and supporting apps on the Apple App Store
Strong testing, debugging, and optimization skills for mission-critical apps
Familiarity with mapping technologies
Experience deploying on-device machine learning with Core ML, MLX, or similar frameworks (big plus)
Bonus Qualifications
Background or hands-on experience in aviation, navigation, or weather-related applications
Experience with ARKit, 3D graphics, or advanced visualization technologies
Understanding of aviation data formats, regulations, or EFB use cases
Degree in Computer Science, Aerospace, Software Engineering, or related field
Experience in small, agile teams and product development cycles

Responsibilities

Architect, develop, and maintain core iPad application features using Swift, with an emphasis on performance, stability, and usability
Deploy and optimize on-device machine learning models (via MLX or similar) for real-time, on-the-ground intelligence
Integrate and visualize mapping, live weather feeds, sensor data, and other aviation inputs
Ensure the app operates reliably in offline scenarios
Coordinate closely with product, design, and AI teams to translate concepts and requirements into flight-ready features
Uphold industry best practices for testing, accessibility, code quality, and compliance
Own the App Store release process, including provisioning, profiling, and ongoing support/analytics
Contribute to technical roadmaps, peer code reviews, and iterative feature delivery

Skills

Swift

iOS

MLX

Machine Learning

Mapping

Weather Feeds

Sensor Data

Offline Functionality

App Store Deployment

Testing

Accessibility

Code Quality

Archer

Designs and develops electric vertical takeoff aircraft

About Archer

Archer designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation. Their aircraft operate by taking off and landing vertically, which allows them to navigate congested city environments efficiently. Archer targets urban commuters, city planners, and transportation networks, offering eco-friendly solutions to improve urban mobility. Unlike traditional transportation methods, Archer's eVTOLs provide a sustainable alternative that reduces environmental impact. The company generates revenue through the sale of its aircraft and may also offer air taxi services in the future. Archer's goal is to lead the shift towards sustainable air mobility, making urban commuting more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$637.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & TransportationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Risks

Regulatory challenges from FAA and DOT may delay operational plans.

Increased competition from companies like Joby Aviation could impact market share.

Reliance on strategic partnerships poses risks if expectations are not met.

Differentiation

Archer focuses on sustainable urban air mobility with all-electric eVTOL aircraft.

The company targets urban commuters with eco-friendly, time-saving air taxi services.

Archer's strategic partnerships enhance its market reach and operational capabilities.

Upsides

Archer secured $430M funding, strengthening its financial position for growth.

FAA approval for LA air taxi services positions Archer for urban mobility leadership.

Planned LA air mobility network could significantly reduce commuter travel times.

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