Product & Service Consultant - iOS Development & Publishing

Roles & Responsibilities : We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous iOS Release & Build Engineer to join our Bosch Global mobile development team. This important role will be responsible for streamlining our iOS/Android application deployment pipeline, managing code signing and provisioning, implementing and optimizing CI/CD workflows, and ensuring code quality through diligent code review practices. You will be instrumental in enabling faster, more reliable, secure releases of our iOS and Android applications. Responsibilities: iOS Application Deployment & Release Management: Manage the end-to-end release process for iOS applications to the App Store and Intune, TestFlight, and internal distribution channels. Oversee and execute app store submissions, including metadata management, screenshot preparation, and version control. Monitor app store performance metrics and identify areas for improvement in the release cycle. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to app distribution and deployment. Intune app auto renewal process. Code Signing & Provisioning Profiles: Administer and manage all aspects of iOS code signing, including certificates, provisioning profiles, and app IDs. Ensure proper configuration and security of signing assets across development, testing, and production environments. Automate the creation, renewal, and distribution of signing identities to development teams. Develop and implement strategies for secure key management. Perform application resigning for various purposes (e.g., internal testing, specific enterprise distribution, or handling third-party frameworks). CI/CD Pipeline Development & Optimization: Design, implement, maintain, and optimize robust Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for iOS and Android applications using tools like (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Xcode Cloud). Automate build, test, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors. Integrate static analysis, unit tests, UI tests, and performance tests into the CI/CD pipeline. Monitor pipeline health, performance, and provide rapid resolution to build breaks. Research and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance the CI/CD ecosystem. Code Review & Quality Assurance Support: Actively participate in code reviews for iOS application features, focusing on best practices, performance, security, and maintainability. Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to fellow iOS developers on coding standards, architecture, and CI/CD integration. Collaborate with QA teams to ensure test automation is integrated effectively into the build process. Contribute to defining and enforcing coding standards and best practices within the iOS team. Tooling & Automation: Develop scripts and automation tools (e.g., Fastlane, Python, Shell) to streamline repetitive tasks related to builds, testing, and deployments. Manage and configure build servers and related infrastructure. Generate the test link from the binary. Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for build processes, CI/CD pipelines, code signing procedures, and release guidelines. Educate and train development teams on new tools and processes. Competence and Qualifications: 4+ years of professional experience in iOS development with a strong focus on build engineering, release management, or DevOps practices. Deep expertise in iOS code signing, provisioning profiles, and certificates. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex signing issues. Extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for iOS and Android applications (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Xcode Cloud). Proficiency with Fastlane for automating mobile development tasks is highly desirable. Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Shell, Python, Ruby). Solid understanding of Git and advanced branching strategies. Experience with dependency managers (CocoaPods, Carthage, SPM). Familiarity with various testing frameworks (XCTest, XCUITest). Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams. Experience with MDM solutions (e.g. Intune) or enterprise app distribution. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure). Experience with Docker and containerization. Knowledge of security best practices in mobile development. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.