How to hire Objective-C developers
Objective-C developers can help you build apps for iOS, macOS, and other Apple products. Since Apple encourages developers to eventually switch to Objective-C’s successor, Swift, Objective-C specialists are mostly sought after for updating and maintaining legacy code.
So how do you hire Objective-C developers? What follows are some tips for finding top Objective-C consultants on Upwork.
How to shortlist Objective-C professionals
As you’re browsing available Objective-C consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:
- Technology fit. You want an Objective-C developer who understands the technologies behind your software project.
- Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., migrating a legacy Objective-C codebase to Swift).
- Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular Objective-C developer.
How to write an effective Objective-C job post
With a clear picture of your ideal Objective-C developer in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.
Job post title
Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample Objective-C job post titles:
- Objective-C developer needed to refactor legacy code to Swift
- iOS developer experienced with Swift, Xcode, and Objective-C
- Swift/Objective-C developer for maintaining/updating a news curation platform
Objective-C project description
An effective Objective-C job post should include:
- Scope of work: From app development to code migrations, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
- Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
- Background: If you prefer experience with certain programming languages, software technologies, or developer tools, mention this here.
- Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.
Objective-C developer responsibilities
Here are some examples of Objective-C developer job responsibilities:
- Innovate and present new ideas/solutions
- Translate customer requirements and UI/UX designs into code
- Handle third-party API integrations
- Migrate legacy Objective-C code into Swift
Objective-C developer requirements and qualifications
Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in an Objective-C developer. Some examples:
- Proficient in Objective-C (and Swift depending on project requirements)
- Apple development environments (e.g., Xcode, Cocoa, Cocoa Touch)
- iOS frameworks (e.g., Core Data, Core Animation)
- Desired Apple operating systems (e.g., macOS, iOS)
- Desired Apple hardware (e.g., MacBook, Apple Watch, iPhone)