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Senior iOS Engineer - China

Whatnot
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Hybrid (Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen or Hangzhou hub within commuting distance)Full-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Senior iOS Engineer role on Whatnot's Games & Buyer Ecosystem Team in China, building features for US & Europe markets. Remote or hub-based with requirement to be within commuting distance of Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, or Hangzhou. Focus on gamified buyer engagement, iOS development in Swift, and data-informed product improvements.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop end-to-end gamified mechanisms for buyers to drive key business metrics such as purchases and engagement.
  • Build interactive challenges and reward systems across the buyer ecosystem (e.g., Promotions, Task achievement systems, virtual point system) to guide users and encourage ongoing engagement.
  • Develop innovative systems and features for our iOS mobile app using Swift
  • Continuously analyze performance metrics and user feedback to refine product strategies, ensuring we deliver enjoyable experiences.

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 4+ years of iOS native development experience.
  • iOS expertise in creating fluid, responsive user interfaces. Strong knowledge of Swift and declarative code.
  • Proven track record of delivering user-facing features and shipping products quickly.
  • Excellent product instincts with a user-first mindset.
  • Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Skills

Required:iOS native developmentSwift
Nice to have:User experience design
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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About Whatnot

Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in the U.S.

Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in the U.S., connecting buyers and sellers in real-time across any category – from collectibles like trading cards to comics, fashion, sneakers, and more.

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