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iOS Developer
Dnipro, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine
Toptal member since May 7, 2020
Bio
Bogdan is an expert iOS engineer with 13 years of overall IT experience and 18 years of experience. He's focused solely on iOS contracting but is knowledgeable in adjacent areas. Bogdan has worked on several small and large projects and has successfully seen many projects to completion. He is excited when his skills make a difference and takes pride when he can find a reliable and elegant solution for a complex problem.
Portfolio
https://ios-engineer.com
Jira, Trello, MacOS, Metal, Core Data, APIs, Address Book, Core Motion...
Jenevive Health LLC
Swift, iOS, Mobile, Xcode, SwiftUI
Rameez Mahmood
iOS, Swift, Objective-C, Python, Machine Learning, SwiftUI, NumPy, Mobile
Experience
- iOS - 12 years
- Swift - 11 years
- UIKit - 7 years
- Core Data - 6 years
- SwiftUI - 5 years
- Objective-C - 4 years
- Core Image - 3 years
- Metal - 2 years
Work Experience
iOS Contractor
2012 - PRESENT
https://ios-engineer.com
- Contributed to the completion of over 30 various iOS projects.
- Achieved a 99.99%+ crash-free session rate on a high-load product.
- Engineered a high-performance image and video processing infrastructure for an iOS app.
Technologies: Jira, Trello, MacOS, Metal, Core Data, APIs, Address Book, Core Motion, Core Animation, Core Graphics, AVFoundation, UIKit, Git, Xcode, Fastlane, OpenGL ES, Message UI, Agile, Objective-C, MapKit, StoreKit, Cocoa Touch, iOS, CircleCI, TestFlight, User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), GraphQL, Figma, UI Animation, Widgets, Mobile Apps, Apple Design, iOS Native Libraries, Image Manipulation, Video Editing, gRPC, CocoaPods, Core ML, Custom Keyboards, Mobile, SQL, Apple Pay, WatchKit, Bluetooth, WatchOS, Memory Management, Memory Leaks, AI Integration, App Store, Authentication, iOS App Development, Cloud Storage, Large Language Models (LLMs), OpenAI, AppKit, AppleScript, Push Notifications, WebSockets, PostgreSQL, Supabase, PDF, Passwordless Authentication, Claude, Code Review, Keychain, SQLite, Google Maps, Stripe, Google Maps API, Anthropic, App Intents, App Store Acceptance Process, Architecture, Deep Linking, WidgetKit
iOS Developer
2023 - 2025
Jenevive Health LLC
- Took over an MVP and transformed it into a production-ready app.
- Produced 28 releases of the iOS app on the App Store.
- Conducted a number of POCs for various features, some of which did and some of which did not make it into the production app.
Technologies: Swift, iOS, Mobile, Xcode, SwiftUI
Native iOS Developer
2023 - 2023
Rameez Mahmood
- Developed an iOS app MVP based on an AI algorithm to count the number of prostrations in a Muslim prayer using an iPhone camera.
- Collaborated with the data science expert to fine-tune and adapt the algorithm to be ported from Python to the Apple toolset.
- Oversaw the App Store submission process, including getting through the initial submission denial by the Apple review team.
Technologies: iOS, Swift, Objective-C, Python, Machine Learning, SwiftUI, NumPy, Mobile
Objective-C iOS Developer
2023 - 2023
Penta Holdings Inc
- Updated the Objective-C-based iPad app from an outdated to the current iOS SDK, gave some parts of the codebase a complete overhaul, and migrated some parts of the codebase to Swift.
- Helped to ensure quality by maintaining unit test suits and performing technical investigations for the QA.
- Fixed a set of issues and requests, identified potential problems with maintainability in the future, and compiled and documented a list of suggestions for potential improvement and some current maintainability pitfalls.
Technologies: iOS, Objective-C, iOS SDK, Xcode, Swift, ReactiveCocoa, CocoaPods, Mobile, APIs, SQL
iOS Developer
2023 - 2023
Konstantin Freiherr von Stein zu Nord und Ostheim
- Developed an MVP of a product, iOS, and Mac Catalyst apps that help you make textures using a camera or a photo.
- Implemented all the required features for the product, previewing textures on different shapes and ability to edit different texture channels (diffuse, roughness, meatless, normal maps using several algorithms).
- Implemented storage layer that enables the user to re-edit textures and persists over iCloud, which also allows to start a project on the iOS app and finish on the MacOS.
Technologies: iOS, Core Image, Metal, Swift, MacOS, iOS SDK, iOS SceneKit, SwiftUI, Mobile
Senior iOS Engineer
2022 - 2022
Machina Technologies Pty Ltd
- Acted as an iOS expert to support a feasibility study for a startup idea.
- Identified challenges and risks that should be addressed before (or as part of) the MVP.
- Took part in several meetings with potential vendors and partner companies identified by the founder.
Technologies: iOS, Swift, REST, Firebase iOS SDK, HTTP, 3D Image Processing, Firebase, CocoaPods, Mobile
iOS Developer
2022 - 2022
LANDMARKS ID PTY LTD
- Maintained multiple flavors of SDK that share some common code.
- Migrated the entire implementation from Objective-C to Swift.
- Fixed bugs and requests coming from customer support.
Technologies: Swift, iOS, Core Location, Location-aware Technology, Location Services, Location Services and Maps, APIs, Objective-C, CocoaPods, Mobile, SQL
iOS/Swift Developer
2022 - 2022
Medeloop Inc.
- Implemented a number of UI-focused screens according to designs using SwiftUI.
- Reworked product architecture to fit client's needs, extracted internal frameworks, applied clean architecture, and set up a way to manage third parties.
- Investigated the feasibility of using ResearchKit for a specific feature on this project and implemented MVP.
Technologies: iOS, Swift, Apple HealthKit, ResearchKit, CareKit, SwiftUI, Mobile Apps, User Experience (UX), Apple Design, CocoaPods, Mobile
Lead iOS Engineer
2021 - 2021
MaxSold Inc
- Took over an iOS project from the 3rd party vendor.
- Re-engineered the codebase for product stability and produced several major releases.
- Participated in IT team architecture and engineering process review sessions and provided inputs for further considerations by the company technical leadership people.
Technologies: Swift, Slack, Jira, Amazon Web Services (AWS), GitHub, Model View ViewModel (MVVM), Apple Push Notifications, XML, REST APIs, iOS, CocoaPods, Mobile, APIs, SQL
Project Coordinator, Project Manager
2008 - 2011
SoftServe
- Developed a custom process based on Agile and the defined methodology of the interoperation of two corporate project teams, the customer, and other vendors.
- Facilitated technical analysis for the sales team during the engagement process.
- Facilitated the Agile process for a 7 to 12-person team and managed interests resolution of the project team, the higher company management, and the customer product team.
Technologies: Trello, Scrum, Agile, Microsoft Excel, Jira, Microsoft Project, Mobile Apps, User Experience (UX)
Junior C++ Developer
2007 - 2008
ApriorIT
- Developed a testing framework based on requirements from senior staff, specifically tailored for the product, development, and QA teams.
- Made changes and fixed bugs in the Win driver (kernel) part of the product.
- Reverse-engineered (disassembled) a binary using IDA Pro.
Technologies: Jira, WinAPI, C#, C++
Project History
MaxSold Seller App
A Swift-based app for cataloging items for real estate downsizing sales. I was a contractor brought in for six months; the client needed me to take over the product from a 3rd party vendor, re-engineer the codebase for product stability and produce several major releases, as well as participate in IT team architecture/engineering process review sessions and provide an expert consulting input for further considerations by the company technical leadership people.
Image and Video Processing App
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kuni-cam-photo-video-editor/id1336488891This product is a sophisticated image and video processing app, and it allows you to create professional-looking photos and apply interesting effects with a few taps. This product was built from scratch, and I've had the privilege to lay down technological foundations and implement around 90% of the product over the course of two years.
iOS App to Facilitate Muslim Prayers
A Swift-based iOS app that utilizes an AI algorithm and the iPhone's front camera to count prostrations in Muslim prayer. A user places iPhone in front of him, and the app detects prostrations using on-device (offline) intelligence.
Social Network App
A role model-based social network designed for students and aspiring young professionals to discover top careers that match their interests and get inspiration and guidance from successful professionals. As an iOS engineer on this project, I got an existing codebase, implemented new features, and provided maintenance for existing ones.
Analogue Camera App
An app that emulates a real disposable camera and mimics its analog feel. This project was started from scratch. I've been an iOS engineer on this product and had the privilege to build over 90% of its features.
iPhone App for Rare Disease Condition Tracking
https://hspapaya.comA dedicated companion for managing hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), offering a thoughtfully designed experience that combines personal health tracking with access to the latest HS research and resources.
Education
2005 - 2009
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
DNUZT - Dnipropetrovsk, Ukraine
Skills
Libraries/APIs
iOS Native Libraries, CocoaPods, Core Image, Core Graphics, Core Animation, Google Maps, WinAPI, OpenGL ES, REST APIs, Firebase iOS SDK, NumPy, Stripe, Google Maps API
Tools
Xcode, TestFlight, Git, Figma, Claude, Fastlane, Trello, Microsoft Project, Jira, Microsoft Excel, Slack, GitHub, Apple Push Notifications, CircleCI, Apple HealthKit
Languages
Swift, Swift 4, Swift 5, Objective-C, SQL, C++, C#, XML, GraphQL, Python, AppleScript
Frameworks
UIKit, Cocoa Touch, StoreKit, iOS SDK, SwiftUI, Core Data, Core Motion, MapKit, Address Book, WatchKit, App Intents, WidgetKit, Metal, Message UI, ResearchKit, CareKit, gRPC, Core Location, iOS SceneKit, ReactiveCocoa, Core ML, AppKit
Paradigms
Mobile Development, Model View ViewModel (MVVM), Agile, Scrum, HIPAA Compliance, REST, Unit Testing
Platforms
iOS, Mobile, Firebase, WatchOS, Keychain, MacOS, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Storage
SQLite, PostgreSQL
Other
APIs, User Interface (UI), UI Animation, Mobile Apps, Direct to Consumer (D2C), Image Manipulation, iOS Animations, Memory Management, Memory Leaks, Authentication, iOS App Development, Code Review, Architecture, AVFoundation, Video Editing, Bluetooth, Gaming, AI Integration, Health & Wellness, Mobile Security, App Store, Push Notifications, Supabase, Passwordless Authentication, Anthropic, App Store Acceptance Process, Deep Linking, User Experience (UX), Widgets, Apple Design, Location-aware Technology, Location Services, Location Services and Maps, HTTP, 3D Image Processing, Machine Learning, Custom Keyboards, Apple Pay, Cloud Storage, Large Language Models (LLMs), OpenAI, WebSockets, PDF
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