
Mobile Developer - IOS (Cantonese Speaking) at Appnovation Technologies (Hong Kong)
Appnovation Technologies· Hong Kong·
Job description
About us
Appnovation is the AI Product Company. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with teams around the world, Appnovation builds AI products, delivers enterprise AI and digital solutions, and co-invests with clients to bring new AI products to market.
Open source has been the foundation of Appnovation's work since 2007, and it remains the foundation underneath every AI product the company builds today. Appnovation teams work with organizations in highly regulated industries, including global leaders such as Pfizer, Google and AstraZeneca, to help them adopt AI they can govern and own.
About the role
We’re looking for a skilled, motivated iOS Developer to join our team. You’ll build innovative, engaging mobile apps for iPhone and iPad, drawing on hands-on experience in system design and development. You’ll work alongside other Appnovation team members at our client’s offices in Hong Kong.
What you’ll do
- Design and develop high-quality iOS applications
- Work with cross-functional teams to define, design and ship new features
- Maintain and improve existing apps for performance and user experience
- Write clean, scalable code in Swift and Objective-C that follows Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines and industry best practices
- Connect apps to backend services using RESTful APIs, JSON, XML, SOAP and web services
- Troubleshoot, debug and tune apps for performance, memory use and usability
- Work with QA teams to test thoroughly and keep quality high
- Manage App Store releases, including builds, certificates, provisioning profiles and submissions
- Keep up with new iOS releases, frameworks and mobile trends, and bring best practices to the team
What you’ll bring
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, MIS or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience in systems design and development
- Hands-on experience building production iOS apps in Swift and/or Objective-C
- Solid knowledge of UIKit and/or SwiftUI, Xcode, and iOS architecture patterns such as MVC, MVVM or VIPER
- Experience with XML, JSON, SOAP, web services and object-oriented design
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal and organizational skills
- A collaborative attitude and a willingness to learn new technologies
- Good communication skills in Cantonese and English
Nice to have:
- Experience with Flutter, React Native or Android (Java/Kotlin)
- Experience with high-volume transaction systems
- Knowledge of mobile security, Core Data, or unit and UI testing (XCTest)
Why Appnovation? Our development teams are collaborative, friendly and open, and the work is varied. We support both your professional and personal growth, in a fun, dynamic culture that puts people first.
Benefits include:
- Work-life balance
- Plenty of opportunities to grow personally and professionally
- Health benefits package
- Mental health support
- Personal days off
- Fertility and menopause leave
- Fitness allowance
- Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives
- And much more
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Thank you for your interest in a career with Appnovation Technologies! Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Appnovation, we recognize that diverse teams are the strongest teams. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is not only something that we embrace - we celebrate it! We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, lived experiences and industries to apply. Come join us at Appnovation, and learn more about how we stay true to our company values as we build better lives through better digital.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Why work at Appnovation Technologies
- Culture: Employee-centric, inclusive, and innovative. The company states “our people are our top priority” and fosters a healthy, empowering environment. Nationalities represented span many countries, bringing diverse perspectives.
- Work model: Hybrid/remote-flexible. Many roles are listed as remote, while some offices require in‑office presence. Typical time on-site is described as “None” on Built In, indicating strong remote flexibility.
- Notable perks:
- Wellness Allowance – financial support for physical and mental health.
- Me Days – extra paid time off dedicated to well-being.
- Maternity, Parental & Menopause Support – comprehensive resources and financial assistance.
- Appno-Academy – a specialized learning hub for upskilling, plus ongoing Learning & Development initiatives.
- Global collaboration – work on international projects with leading global clients, gaining exposure to diverse industries and markets.
- Engineering culture: Focus on modern tech stacks, AI integration, and agile delivery. Positions like Sr. Manager/Director AI Software Engineer and Full Stack Developer suggest a strong emphasis on innovation and technical leadership.