Senior iOS Engineer

TodayTix Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000

Job description

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About TodayTix Group:

TodayTix Group, TTG, is the global e-commerce leader for cultural experiences. Founded in 2013, TTG designs frictionless e-commerce experiences via innovative product design and industry-leading technology.

Through powerful consumer matchmaking technology and our expansive portfolio of brands, including TodayTix, New York Theatre Guide, London Theatre Guide, Show-Score, Arthouse, and Secret Cinema, TTG has an intimate understanding of its millions of customers. We optimize partner relationships by providing unparalleled access to engaged audiences to generate meaningful revenue, transforming the way tickets are sold. With an ever-expanding global network of theatres, producers, and cultural institutions, frictionless technology, and vast data and insights, TTG is at the forefront of the digital transformation of culture.

Life at TodayTix Group

We thrive in a nimble, growth-oriented environment where adaptability, curiosity, and a bias toward action help us stay ahead of the curve. We move quickly, iterate often, and expect everyone to take ownership of their impact - because we're building the future of live events, and there's no script for what comes next.

New joiners are set up for success with a 90-day onboarding journey, complete with clear goals and measurable milestones. We believe feedback fuels growth, so we hold twice-yearly performance reviews focused on impact and development.

Above all, you'll be working alongside a team of collaborative, passionate, and kind humans - people who love theatre and live experiences, and who support each other just as much as they challenge each other to do great work.

We are seeking outstanding applicants of all backgrounds to join our team to bring new voices, talent, and perspectives to the table. We encourage all to apply.

About the Role:

We're looking for an impact-focused Senior iOS Engineer to join the TodayTix product team and play a key role in shaping the future of the TodayTix iOS experience. Your expertise will ensure a high-quality, seamless app experience for our members. You will be instrumental in setting and maintaining high coding standards through thorough code reviews and proactive mentoring of junior engineers.

This role is critical as we continue to scale our iOS platform, providing a reliable and intuitive way for millions of users to discover and book live theatre and entertainment. Your contributions will directly influence feature development, architectural decisions, and the overall quality of our mobile product. You will be a key driver in optimizing app performance, implementing cutting-edge iOS technologies, and ensuring the application remains at the forefront of mobile innovation.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and technically challenging environment, and are passionate about building exceptional mobile experiences while championing best practices, we'd love to hear from you!

Please note: this is a full-time position and qualified candidates must be based in the greater London area. We encourage collaboration by working a minimum of 2 days per week in the office, while also offering flexibility for employees to choose where they work for the rest of the week.

What Success Looks Like:

• Leading the development and implementation of major new features and architectural improvements, demonstrating strong technical leadership and project ownership.
• Proactively researching and implementing new iOS technologies and best practices, keeping the TodayTix app at the forefront of the industry.
• Contributing to the development of robust automated testing strategies, ensuring the reliability and scalability of our iOS platform.
• Proactively identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks or bugs within the TodayTix iOS application, resulting in measurable improvements in app stability and user experience.
• Mentoring junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment within the team.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with teams like product, design, and marketing to deliver features that meet our business needs and delight our members.
• Using GenAI to enhance user experience and streamline development workflows.

What You'll Do:

• Architect and develop scalable and maintainable iOS features that enhance the TodayTix member experience.
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring a seamless and reliable app experience for TodayTix users.
• Optimize application performance and stability, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and reduced support tickets.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the iOS development process, promoting best practices and code standards.
• Explore opportunities to integrate GenAI into our development workflows.
• Pair-program with junior iOS engineers, fostering their technical growth and contributing to the team's overall expertise.
• Collaborate with product managers and UX designers to translate business requirements into intuitive and engaging mobile experiences.

We're Looking for Someone With:

• 5+ years of professional experience developing native iOS applications using Swift.
• A deep understanding of iOS frameworks, design patterns, and best practices.
• Proven experience in architecting, developing, and releasing complex iOS features.
• Experience building flexible and reusable UI with SwiftUI and UIKit, and ideally maintaining interoperability between the two.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and integrating third-party SDKs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with performance optimization and profiling tools.
• Experience contributing to backend APIs.
• Experience with A/B testing and data-driven decision making.
• Experience integrating GenAI into systems and developer workflows.

Good To Know:

TodayTix Group takes care of our team. We're proud to offer a generous suite of benefits. Here are a few of our favourites:

• Hybrid work environment (blend of in-office and at-home days)
• Up to 4 weeks per year of flexible 'work from anywhere'
• Generous pension match
• Access to a bespoke Pension scheme
• Complimentary tickets to shows and events
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a corporate rate Vitality PMI plan
• Healthcare cash plan
• Season Ticket loans
• Birthday off
• Three months of fully paid Parental Leave
• Employee Charity Donation Matching
• Work From Home budget
• Annual Professional Development Budget
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Referral Bonus

TodayTix Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees based on their religious practices, mental health, or physical needs.

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