iOS UI Engineer at Blackbird

Imagine a world where the connection between a guest and their favorite restaurant is as seamless as the food on their plate. At Blackbird Labs, we are building exactly that. Founded in 2022 by industry veterans Ben Leventhal, who co-founded both Eater and Resy, we have created a platform that blends loyalty programs with a unique check-in payment architecture. With the support of heavy hitters like Union Square Ventures, a16z, and Amex Ventures, we are on a mission to redefine the dining experience. We are a team that values authenticity and creativity, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for hospitality and technology to help us grow.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Senior iOS UI Engineer to join our team on a full-time, on-site basis in the United States. In this role, you will be the bridge between our creative design vision and the technical reality of our mobile application. You will be responsible for crafting polished, high-performance interfaces that make every interaction feel intuitive and special. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of how people pay for and engage with the restaurants they love, all while working with a modern tech stack and a team that values high-quality engineering.

A day in the life

• You will work hand in hand with our UX and UI designers to turn innovative concepts into reality, ensuring every pixel is perfectly placed.
• You will spend your time writing clean, efficient code using Swift, UIKit, and SwiftUI to build dynamic interfaces that feel smooth and responsive.
• You will take ownership of the full development lifecycle, from initial concept to deployment, while constantly optimizing UI performance to ensure our app runs beautifully on every device.

Who you are

You are a seasoned engineer who understands that great software is as much about the user experience as it is about the code. You communicate fluently in English and bring a deep technical background to our team. Your toolkit includes:

• Expertise in Swift, UIKit, SwiftUI, and Cocoa Touch.
• A strong grasp of Core Animation and Metal shaders to create visually stunning effects.
• A proven history of shipping and maintaining apps on the App Store.
• A deep understanding of app architecture and how to keep it scalable as our product grows.
• A keen eye for design and the ability to translate complex design systems into functional, maintainable code.

Why you'll love it here

We believe in taking care of our people so they can do their best work. We offer a competitive salary range of $180,000 - $220,000 USD. Beyond the paycheck, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Stock options to give you a stake in our shared success.
• Full health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Financial security through life insurance and disability insurance.