Zello

Senior iOS Engineer

Austin, Texas, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Communication PlatformsIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not specified
  • About Zello: Zello is a voice-first communication platform powered by push-to-talk technology, used by over 175+ million users worldwide. It's the #1 rated push-to-talk app, delivering 9 billion messages a month. Zello serves frontline workers and supports first responders globally.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and deliver new AI-focused features for the Zello iOS app.
  • Improve and enhance existing code using modern patterns and practices.
  • Proactively address app crashes, field issues, and customer feedback.
  • Quickly master new and evolving technologies and share insights with the team.
  • Accelerate the velocity of the team by independently delivering numerous high quality projects.
  • Develop a deep understanding of the iOS app's design and implementation.
  • Enhance the codebase with targeted refactoring and comprehensive test coverage.

Requirements

  • Deep working knowledge of Swift, Objective-C (+ iOS SDK), UIKit and SwiftUI.
  • C++ and CoreAudio experience is a plus.
  • 5+ years of software development experience for iOS.
  • Published apps in the App Store (links in resume/cover letter).
  • Clear comprehension of OOP, concurrency, synchronization, memory management.
  • Good knowledge of design patterns, guidelines, and best practices.
  • Good insight on how networks work (TCP, UDP, sockets, HTTP, TLS etc).

Company Information

  • Company Values: Zello values collaboration, supporting frontline workers, and connecting people in times of crisis.
  • Work Environment: High freedom/high responsibility.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary and generous stock options.

Additional Information

  • Important: Be aware of potential scams. Zello will never ask for bank account information, checks, or sensitive data. All correspondence will come from zello.com email addresses. Contact recruiting@zello.com with questions.

Skills

Swift
Objective-C
iOS SDK
UIKit
SwiftUI
Concurrency
Memory Management
Design Patterns
Networking (TCP, UDP, sockets, HTTP, TLS)

Zello

Real-time voice communication app and service

About Zello

Zello offers a push-to-talk (PTT) app that allows real-time voice communication, turning smartphones and devices into walkie-talkies over Wi-Fi or mobile data. The app is particularly useful for industries like transportation, emergency services, and construction, where quick communication is essential. Zello operates on a freemium model, providing basic features for free while offering a subscription service for businesses that need advanced functionalities. The company's goal is to enhance team communication efficiency and safety, ensuring users can stay connected regardless of their location.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$9.7MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Sabbatical Leave
Company Equity

Risks

A recent cyber attack may damage user trust and affect the user base.
Emerging PTT apps offering similar functionalities at lower costs pose competitive threats.
Reliance on partnerships like Siyata Mobile exposes Zello to potential partner instability.

Differentiation

Zello transforms smartphones into walkie-talkies, offering real-time voice communication.
The company serves diverse industries, including transportation, emergency services, and hospitality.
Zello's freemium model caters to both casual users and professional clients.

Upsides

Zello's user base grows by a million users monthly, indicating strong market demand.
The partnership with Siyata Mobile enhances Zello's reach in the first responder sector.
Zello's new SDK facilitates easier integration with mobile applications, expanding its ecosystem.

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