Senior Software Engineer, iOS at Babylist

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, Baby ProductsIndustries

Requirements

Strong understanding of software development principles, capabilities, and limitations of the iOS platform
Proven experience in iOS app development using Swift, with deep understanding of syntax, features, and best practices
Comfortable working with Swift and SwiftUI
Familiar with Foundation, SwiftUI, CoreAnimation, and other foundational Apple frameworks and patterns
Hands-on experience with SwiftUI, Previews, and rapid prototyping
Passion for building consumer-facing products and moving quickly in the zero-to-one of a new product
Experience with AI-driven software development practices and tools
Solid understanding of the Android ecosystem (direct Android development experience is a plus)

Responsibilities

Conceptualize, design, and develop the new standalone iOS app, taking ownership of the entire development lifecycle
Develop features and functionality, ensuring a seamless and delightful user experience
Collaborate closely with designer and product manager to translate requirements into technical specifications and user-friendly interfaces
Collaborate closely with a full-stack web engineer to align on architecture, API design, and more
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following industry best practices and coding standards
Employ various testing techniques and write unit tests

Skills

iOS

Swift

Xcode

Mobile Development

Prototyping

App Design

Babylist

Comprehensive baby registry platform for parents

About Babylist

Babylist provides a universal baby registry platform that allows expecting and new parents to compile baby products from any store, including popular retailers like Amazon, Target, and Etsy. The platform features an interactive checklist and expert-vetted guides to assist parents in making informed choices about baby gear and essentials. Babylist differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that combines affiliate marketing, direct sales, and curated product recommendations, generating revenue through affiliate commissions, exclusive curated kits, and advertising partnerships. The company's goal is to simplify the baby registry process for parents, ensuring they have all the necessary items for their growing families while enhancing user engagement with offerings like a free box of goodies for new registrants.

Oakland, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$38.9MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Education, Consumer GoodsIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from Lalo could draw customers away from Babylist.

Integration challenges with Expectful may distract from Babylist's core business.

Reliance on affiliate marketing exposes Babylist to changes in partner terms.

Differentiation

Babylist offers a universal registry platform integrating products from any store.

The platform combines affiliate marketing, direct sales, and curated recommendations for revenue.

Expert-vetted guides and interactive checklists enhance informed decision-making for parents.

Upsides

Acquisition of Expectful expands Babylist's offerings into health and wellness.

Growing demand for eco-friendly products aligns with Babylist's product recommendations.

AI integration can enhance personalized shopping experiences on Babylist's platform.

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