Senior Software Engineer, iOS
Role summary
Pika is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, iOS to scale its mobile efforts. The role requires 5+ years of experience in building and shipping consumer-facing iOS applications using Swift and SwiftUI, with a strong focus on UI/UX, design consistency, functionality, and performance. Experience with video or multimedia apps, and social media/creative apps is preferred. The company offers a competitive salary ($175k-$250k), equity, and health benefits. This is an onsite role in Palo Alto, CA, with a collaborative culture focused on empowering creators.
## About the role
At Pika, we are building groundbreaking tools for creators, empowering them to tell their stories with ease. With over $135M in funding and a passionate team, we’re on a mission to make video creation accessible to everyone. We're looking for an iOS Engineer to help scale our mobile efforts as we continue to grow and gain users.
## What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of professional experience building and shipping consumer-facing iOS applications.
- Strong proficiency in Swift and familiarity with the iOS ecosystem, including SwiftUI.
- Experience working on UI/UX with modern frameworks and a keen eye for detail.
- Proven ability efficiently and effectively contribute with high levels of design-consistency, functionality, and performance.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
## Preferred Skills
- Experience with video or multimedia apps is a strong plus.
- Working with social media and creative apps is a plus.
- Knowledge of core animation, graphics, and media frameworks.
## What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $175,000–$250,000, depending on experience and location.
- Equity in a fast-growing startup shaping the future of video creation.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- A supportive and collaborative office culture— we’re all building and launching together.
## About Pika
At Pika, we’re crafting a future where video creation is seamless, intuitive, and universally accessible. Our vision is set on a world where videos transcend entertainment, serving as a canvas for everyone's unique expression. Harnessing AI's transformative power, we aim to dismantle the technical barriers that have traditionally made video production an exclusive field. It’s about building the best technology that upholds the power of creativity—not just within our products but as an integral part of our culture.
We’re a small team of energetic, smart and curious individuals. We value efficiency, collaboration, and creativity. We seek new team members who bring sharp intellect, a strong work ethic, and the ambition to make an impact. Here, you'll find significant room for career advancement, supported by a culture that nurtures both individual and collective development.
Our headquarters is based in Palo Alto, CA, and we work from the office 5 days a week.
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