DAZN

We are looking for an experienced iOS Architect with a strong technical background and expertise in building high-performance video streaming applications for iOS Mobile and Apple TV platforms. As a technical leader, you will take ownership of designing and developing scalable, user-centric applications while mentoring team members and driving technical excellence.

This role requires a deep understanding of iOS frameworks, exceptional coding skills, and hands-on experience with video streaming technologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless and engaging video experiences to users. You will lead cutting-edge projects and shape the technical roadmap for iOS development.

This role is based in Hyderabad, India.

As our new iOS Architect, you’ll have the opportunity to:

1. Design & Development

• Architect and develop advanced video streaming applications for iOS Mobile and Apple TV platforms.
• Write clean, modular, and maintainable code in Swift, following best practices.
• Optimize app performance for responsiveness, scalability, and resource efficiency.

2. Technical Leadership

• Lead the design and implementation of complex features, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure best practices in coding, architecture, and security.
• Stay updated with the latest iOS technologies and video streaming advancements, integrating them into projects where applicable.

3. Collaboration

• Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Collaborate with QA to ensure that delivered features meet functional and non-functional requirements.

4. Video Streaming Expertise

• Implement and optimize video streaming technologies such as HLS, DASH, and DRM.
• Integrate and customize video playback frameworks like AVFoundation and third-party players.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to playback, buffering, and content delivery.

5. Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions and workshops to elevate the team’s technical skills.

6. Release Management

• Collaborate on release planning and ensure smooth deployment cycles.
• Support the team during critical deadlines, providing solutions to unblock progress

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You’ll have:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field

Experience:

• 10 to 15 years of experience in iOS development, with a strong focus on video streaming applications.
• Proven experience delivering high-quality apps for iOS Mobile and Apple TV.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C.
• Strong understanding of iOS frameworks like UIKit, SwiftUI, and Core Data.
• Deep knowledge of AVFoundation, HLS, DRM, and adaptive streaming technologies.
• Experience with API integration using REST or GraphQL.
• Expertise in optimizing video playback performance and troubleshooting streaming-related issues.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and testing frameworks for iOS.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and thrive under tight deadlines.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience with tvOS development and Apple TV-specific design guidelines.
• Familiarity with third-party video SDKs and analytics tools.
• Exposure to Agile development methodologies.
• Flexibility to stretch working hours as needed to meet release timelines.
• Strong documentation skills with attention to detail.

About DAZN

At DAZN, we bring ambition to life. We are innovators, game-changers and pioneers. So, if you want to push boundaries and make an impact, DAZN is the place to be.

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make your mark and the power to make change happen. We're doing things no-one has done before, giving fans and customers access to sport anytime, anywhere. We're using world-class technology to transform sports and revolutionise the industry and we're not going to stop.

DAZN VALUES – THE ‘HOW’ IN WHAT WE DO:

Agility and creativity fuel growth and innovation, to Make It Happen.

Prioritising what matters drives progress and positive outcomes, Focusing On Impact.

Collective ambition builds optimism and success, in order to Win As One.

At DAZN, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values equality and diversity, where everyone can contribute and have their voices heard. This means hiring and developing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, age groups, sexual orientations, gender identities and abilities.

Everyone has the opportunity to make change and impact our DEI journey by joining our ERGs: Proud@DAZN, Women@DAZN, Disability@DAZN and ParentZone.

If you’d like to include a cover letter with your application, please feel free to. Please do not feel you need to apply with a photo or disclose any other information that is not related to your professional experience.

Our aim is to make our hiring processes as accessible for everyone as possible, including providing adjustments for interviews where we can.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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