Obtaining a position as an iOS developer is the end aim for many newcomers. But, it is usually more difficult than you anticipate to gain initial access.
This is especially true for first-time iOS job seekers, who face stiff competition and typically find that employers prefer to hire more seasoned engineers. That’s why it’s important to know what sets you and your qualifications apart from the competition, so you can land that dream job and garner the interest of companies that are looking to hire iOS developers.
Here are 5 things you can do to get your foot in the door at an iOS development company after you’ve mastered the fundamentals, completed some projects, and become more comfortable with writing code from scratch.
Look at different firms until you find one that seems like a good fit and has a job you can see yourself doing for at least two years. Since this is your first employment, it’s natural that you’re still figuring out what you want to do with the following five years.
But, you should make sure that the initial job you take will help you develop skills and experience that will be useful for your future career goals.
Enhance your resume
The following stage is to perfect your portfolio by include representative works of your past.
You can demonstrate your skills and knowledge of the app you’re developing by submitting a sample project; this is also a great chance to get imaginative and try out new technologies. They demonstrate that you can go beyond the basics taught in a tutorial and apply what you’ve learned to more advanced tasks.
Engage yourself in civic life
The more connections you make with other developers, the more doors will open for you. Going to a meetup is a great way to meet fellow developers, talk to accomplished iOS programmers, and pick their brains about how to improve your own work. Conferences are a fantastic opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and learn about what’s happening in your field.
Have a regular schedule
Keep studying since you’ll always have something new to learn, no matter how long you’ve been in the role. Maintaining focus on the big picture as you work on things like skill development, acquiring new knowledge, improving your portfolio, and searching for employment is easier with a routine.
Get yourself interview-ready
What you do in the interview is a major factor in whether or not you get hired.
In addition to answering questions, an interview is a great opportunity to highlight your portfolio and demonstrate your understanding of the technical concepts and features being sought by the hiring manager.
Throughout this interview, you may expect to be asked a variety of questions designed to gauge your familiarity with the role you’re looking for, your prior work experience, and the business as a whole. Before your interview, familiarise yourself with the most common topics covered in iOS developer interviews.
Take notes on the questions you don’t know the answers to and study them before the actual interview. Don’t give up hope if you don’t get an offer right away; the more interviews you go on, the better you’ll get at them.
If you aren’t quite ready to take the plunge, you can always join CWC+ or watch free tutorials on our CodeWithChris YouTube Channel to hone your skills or learn other iOS development technologies.
