Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Northern Trust

Employment Type: Full-Time Job

Job Description

Participates and leads in the architecture, design, specification, and development of the organization’s mobile development initiatives across all business units. Recommends new or different technologies which will enhance current systems and support overall business goals.

Mobility Apps Architect | Responsibilities:

• Own mobile strategy and pattern documents, update annually.
• Collaborate with product, risk, and legal to provide policies for mobile applications
• Execute various Proof of Concept exercises in the mobile space.
• Be an advocate for, and educate IT and the business partners about, the Mobility Center of Excellence.
• Manage architecture and design of new mobile applications.
• Establish architecture and design standards, development frameworks, security standards etc.
• Facilitate code sharing and reuse among mobile initiatives across all business units. Maintain approved Open Source and other reusable widgets for use across the organization
• Document and own the process to build and deploy applications to both the public and the private application stores.
• Establish testing standards across all supported devices.
• Gather and produce metrics related to code quality, complexity, security vulnerabilities, and usability.

Mobility Apps Architect | Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge of mobile architecture, including iOS and Android Operating Systems, mobile development patterns, mobile security, mobile build and deployment methodologies, and REST and SOAP services concepts. Java and Objective C knowledge is required; UI design expertise is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline and at least five, typically seven or more years experience in systems architecture methodologies, or an equivalent combination of education and work experiences.

• At least one year doing mobile architecture and development on the iOS and Android platforms.

• Demonstrated track record of delivering “bullet-proof” mobile applications that meet real business needs.

• No Relocation Assistance

Company Description

Northern Trust Corporation (Nasdaq: NTRS) is a leading provider of investment management, asset and fund administration, banking solutions and fiduciary services for corporations, institutions and affluent individuals worldwide. Northern Trust, a financial holding company based in Chicago, has offices in 18 U.S. states and 16 international locations in North America, Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. As of December 31, 2012, Northern Trust had assets under custody of US$4.8 trillion, and assets under investment management of US$758.9 billion. For more than 122 years, Northern Trust has earned distinction as an industry leader in combining exceptional service and expertise with innovative products and technology.

We seek qualified people for a wide range of challenging positions and who are interested in building a career with a global growth company, excel in a team oriented environment, yet respect others and have strong values and principles. Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce. We ensure our policies guide our behaviors to create and maintain a discrimination-free workplace. We support total diversity: gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, physical disabilities, and marital/family status, among others.

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Peapod Labs

Employment Type: Contract Job

Job Description

Peapod Labs is a startup focused on creating learning experiences both in the physical and in the virtual world. Our goal is to apply user-centered design and current technology breakthroughs to rethink existing teaching tools, methods, and techniques and come up with new innovative ones. When the iPad was announced we knew that it would revolutionize education so on June 2010 we started Peapod Labs to contribute to the transformation of the industry. So far we have 14 products on the App Store. We are looking for talent that shares our passion and values to grow the company. 

iOS Game Developer | Requirements

• is passionate about technology, education, and entertainment
• has work on interesting projects
• has experience in software development
• has experience in iOS application development.
• ideally has developed an App that we can see and try
• experience in Open GL, Unity 3D, and cocos2d are very desirable 
• has a passion for creating mobile apps
• is excited to be a part of a product design process from start to finish
• is passionate about developing a delightful product that add value to children and their families

iOS Game Developer | Responsibilities

• Peapod Labs is a small team, self-motivation is indispensable.
• We are life time learners, so you must be open to develop new skils and learn new things every day.
• Every member of Peapod Labs must become an active and reliable contributor fully accountable for the tasks assigned to him.

Job Title: iOS Developer

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Punchkick

Employment Type: Full-Time Job

Job Description

Punchkick Interactive is a fast-growing mobile marketing agency with a strong track record of success working with clients, including more than a dozen Fortune 100 companies, marketing agencies, and more. Our working environment is team-oriented and highly collaborative, and we are looking for an iOS developer to join us in a long-term development role. If you are interested, please see the desired skill set necessary below and if you feel you are a qualified candidate please take the proper steps to apply listed below:

• Include the names of two apps you have developed/co-developed in the Apple App store, along with a description of your contribution.

Thank you for your time and effort.

iOS Developer | Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, computer science, information technology or  related field preferred.
• Knowledge of web service technologies.
• A strong desire to help shape our company, in an entrepreneurial environment.
• 2+ years experience working as a developer.
• Self-motivated, but can excel in a team-based environment.
• Understanding of the value of time-management and a strive to deliver real impact on every project you work on.

• You have 1+ years hands-on application development experience for iPhone or iPad, and you have contributed to at least 2 separate apps in the Apple App Store.
• You have knowledge of common iOS framework APIs.
• You are fully comfortable in Objective-C and have a strong command of object oriented principles.
• You have an appreciation for good design.

iOS Developer | Preferred

• Your experience includes developing for Android.
• You have direct experience writing apps specifically for the iPad.

Company Description

Punchkick Interactive is a full-service mobile marketing agency that transforms clients into leaders of the mobile space. Punchkick works with some of the world’s most recognized brands to help marry innovative thinking with enterprise-tested processes and technology. From concept to execution, Punchkick works closely with its clients to craft mobile strategies that provide tangible ROI.

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Datalogics

Employment Type: Full-Time Job

Job Description

Mobile App Developer | Responsibilities:

As a Mobile Application Developer you will be responsible for working with our DL Reader product to build additional features and resolve customer issues. This will involve the use of Agile methodology to develop features and solicit design feedback while mentoring and working with team members. Our product and business needs dictate that we find someone willing to work on either iOS or Android platforms, or both, as our needs require. You will work with a team of smart, motivated, and talented developers who represent a wide and diverse spectrum of talent. Our Mobile Application Developer will:

• Develop native mobile applications on Android or iOS platforms, with a willingness to work with both. Experience working on iOS applications is preferred.
• Build prototypes quickly in short sessions to solicit feedback
• Turn designs into pixel-perfect elegant products
• Work well with Product and Support teams to complete tasks and objectives according to deadline requirements while shifting priorities when needed
• Write unit tests and functional tests
• Resolve performance and memory management issues
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a deadline-driven environment; this may require working more than 40 hours/week when needed.

Mobile App Developer | Requirements:

• At least 3 year of Mobile development experience
• 4-5 years of overall development experience in a professional setting. 
• Proficient with one of the following platforms: iOS or Android
• Expert level mastery in one or more of these languages: Objective-C, C++, Java
• Solid understanding of OO Design and MVC architectures
• Strong commitment to meeting deadlines
• Attention to quality and detail
• Drive and ability to gather and expand project requirements
• Personality and temperament suitable to working closely with a variety of others on a variety of endeavors
• Computer science, engineering or equivalent degree or commensurate experience

Mobile App Developer | Preferred:

• Version control; git preferred
• Interface design experience
• Experience working with RESTful APIs
• Experience using cocoa

Benefits:

• 401(k) with 50% matching
• PPO/HMO/HSA medical, dental, life, long-term and short-term disability, and VSP vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit accounts
• Free gym in building with showers and secured bike storage
• Comprehensive training benefits including tuition reimbursement for courses taken
• Small company atmosphere
• Chicago loop location within walking distance of all train stations
• To apply please email your resume to recruiting@datalogics.com. Please include a list of applications you’ve worked on and examples to show why you’d be a great addition to our team

Company Description

Datalogics was founded in 1967 in Chicago. We got our start in the “document technology” business early, participating in the ISO committee to standardize SGML, the forerunner of XML and HTML, and developing one of the first computerized batch pagination typesetting systems. Since 1993 we’ve been working with Adobe, acting as the key channel for several of their PDF and eBook toolkits, including the Adobe PDF Library, Adobe Reader Mobile SDK and the Adobe PDF Java Toolkit. Today we support hundreds of customers worldwide who are using our technology in diverse mission-critical applications.

Job Title: Android Developers

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Roundarch

Employment Type: Telecommute Job

Job Description

A Lead Android Developer should be able to technically design and conceptualize custom Android applications. The candidate should be able provide valuable inputs during the discovery phase and establish best practices specifically required for making applications for multiple Android platforms and devices. The candidate should be able to develop an Android application from the conception through submittal to the Android marketplace.

Tech Leads are expected to work independently and deliver high quality code in a timely manner across a variety of project engagements. They are expected to guide junior developers. They are also responsible for code reviews and standards and best practices enforcement. Tech Leads are expected to participate in multiple phases of projects, including requirements gathering, software design, development and testing. Candidates must be proficient with Java and object-oriented programming, including software design and design patterns.

Candidates must be proficient with standard JAVA development tools, including ADT plugin, JUnit, and popular IDE’s such as Eclipse. Proficiency with open source frameworks or third party libraries is specifically required for Android applications. Candidates must have IT consulting experience and be familiar with a team approach to execution. Candidates must possess effective written and verbal communication skills and be willing to travel.

Android Developers | Responsibilities

• Implement best practices for developing Android applications that target multiple devices and platform versions
• Design, develop and test applications from the ground up
• Work with outside data sources and API’s
• Develop/Deploy Android OS 1.6+ based applications in Java language
• Troubleshoot, optimize and tune for performance
• Innovate and brainstorm new features
• Work closely with a Project Manager and a Mobile Application Designer to execute solutions

Android Developers | Requirements

• 1+ years experience in Application development on Android and 5+ years in Java/C++ is a must
• Must have 3+ years experience in developing on mobile platforms
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field, or equivalent education/experience
• Should be self-driven and operate independently with little guidance
• Strong OO design and development experience
• Experience with Android SDK
• Ability to work with data from outside API’s
• Ability to understand and parse XML, JSON and serialized data
• Understanding of Multi-threaded interface design
• Familiarity with open source microframeworks (Caliper, dynadroid, etc)
• Should have at least three to four applications in Android Marketplace covering major categories, including games

Android Developers | Preferred

• Experience with Adobe Flash and/or Flex
• Experience with multiple mobile platforms (iOS, WebOS, etc)
• Experience with profiling, tuning, and optimizing Java applications
• Experience with mobile video delivery
• Knowledge of server side JEE web application development
• Knowledge of Javascript/JQuery, CSS and HTML

Company Description

Roundarch designs and implements digital experiences for the world’s largest organizations. Roundarch delivers web sites, rich web applications, mobile applications, social media applications, digital marketing campaigns and more for clients such as Avis, HBO, Bloomberg Sports, Hershey’s and the US Air Force. Roundarch’s unique blend of breakthrough user experience design and enterprise-class technology implementation is perfectly suited for the most complex problems in the digital space. Roundarch has offices in Boston, Chicago, Denver and New York. For more information visit www.roundarch.com and the company’s blog at http://blog.roundarch.com

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: VAULT Innovation

Employment Type: Telecommute Job

Job Description

We are looking for an eager Android developer to help us grow our revolutionary product in the health care space. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fluid start-up environment and will bring a fun, creative and professional approach to their work.

Vault Innovation is a premier product development agency located in the loop and focused on building sustainable businesses. Our engineers play a key role in product development, from concept to launch, so be ready to bring your creative ideas to the table. As a member of our engineering team, we want you to gain experience building real products in the real world. Join us and help bring our feature ideas (and your own!) off the whiteboard and into reality.

Android Developer | Responsibilities:

• Write, modify, extend and debug software for native Android
• Provide input on information / data flow
• Adhere to strictly defined data security and integrity standards
• Participate in project estimating activities
• Translate high-level requirements and detailed designs into high-quality code.
• Work with a cross-platform development team to align goals and sprint releases
• Refactor and re-engineer the existing code base in the service of the overall project goals
• Work with fellow developers, designers, and business analysts to ensure timely delivery
• Maintian open communication on current project status, risks and challenges

Android Developer | Requirements:

• 2 or more years building and maintaining applications for Android
• Solid Java programming experience.
• Solid understanding of relational databases.
• Experience with test-driven-development and unit testing.
• Experience with git
• Strong understanding of basic software engineering principles; OO design, design patterns, REST, DRY
• Experience working with Agile processes

Android Developer | Preferred:

• Fluent in HTML/CSS/ jQuery
• Experience with open source web platforms and languages: RoR, LAMP, Python, Node.js
• Experience with Oracle
• Ability and willingness to learn new tools/techniques
• Have a side project or OSS you are passionate about

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: ePrize

Employment Type: Full-Time Job

Job Description

Our Mobile Application Developers lead the design, development and maintenance of native iPhone/iPad applications and Android/Android-Supported tablet applications. This position is involved in the entire app lifecycle from concept stage until delivery and post launch support. They also develop mobile websites utilizing homegrown WAP Framework. Exceptional critical analysis skills, a talent for understanding big picture concepts and the ability to work independently are needed.

Mobile App Developer | Responsibilities

• Develop native apps for Android and iPhone devises.
• Deliver across the entire app life-cycle; concept, design, build, deploy, test and release to app stores.
• Standardize the platform so that the apps can deliver across multiple brands with minimal duplication effort.
• Optimize performance for apps.
• Understand requirements around functionality and translate requirements into final product.
• Work directly with clients to create a compelling user experience.
• Keep up to date on industry trends through research and by attending industry events/conferences.

Mobile App Developer | Requirements

• Education: BA/BS degree in computer science or equivalent experience
• Proficient programming skills in Objective C and Java
• Excellent knowledge in information architecture, human computer interaction and usability design principles
• Ability to use analytic data and user testing to make informed design decisions
• Passion for new consumer technology and emerging media landscape
• Ability to multi-task and good time management skills
• Excellent communication skills

Company Description

ePrize is a digital engagement agency specializing in mobile, social media, and web campaigns. Last year, more than half of Fortune 100 companies and many world-class agencies relied on ePrize’s creative, technology and legal services. Since 1999, ePrize has grown into the largest online promotions platform, providing incentive-based promotional and loyalty programs in 44 countries for clients like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, The Gap, HSN, Miller/Coors, Yahoo!, P&G and AT&T. Headquartered in Detroit, ePrize also has offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Seattle.

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Barchart

Employment Type: Full-Time Job

Job Description

Barchart is looking a Senior Mobile Application Developer. Barchart is a leading financial technology firm that specializes in market data, information and trading applications.

Our Senior Mobile Application Developer will lead the design and development of native Android and iOS applications . You will manage the entire app lifecycle from concept to delivery. Strong mobile app development experience is required as is the ability to work creatively, hard and independently.

Mobile App Developer | Responsibilities:

• Build mobile apps for individuals and businesses involved in the commodity markets.
• Design and develop native apps for Android and iPhone devices from the ground up.
• Assemble multiple sources of content, including real-time market data, news, weather and location based information.
• Integrate creative features and tools for specific audiences.

Mobile App Developer | Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in computer science or related experience
• Strong mobile app portfolio / examples, either Android or iOS
• Strong Java programming skills
• Strong experience with web development
• Demonstrated understanding of product development cycle and software architecture
• Highly motivated, driven and passionate for developing mobile apps
• Strong attention to detail

Company Description

Barchart is a leading provider of market data, information and trading applications to the financial industry, including both institutional and retail audiences. Barchart operates within multiple markets, including futures/commodities, equities and foreign exchange. Our products including financial website portals, real-time trading applications, charting systems, data feeds, third-party website content and mobile services. Our clients are varied across multiple industries and include: individual traders, banks, brokerage firms, exchanges, data vendors, trading firms, asset managers, agribusinesses, media and energy firms.

Job location: Chicago, IL

Employer: Branchfire

Employment Type: Full-Time Job

Job Description

Come join the company that produces the top selling iPad app made in Chicago.

Branchfire produces a market leading iPad app and is building a next generation cross platform solution. Come be a part of an exciting, growing company where your expertise will be fully appreciated and utilized.

iOS Developer | Requirements

• Experience with Apple development for the iOS platform
• Experience with Objective-C
• Android tools/procedures a plus
• Understanding of Apple technologies such as Core Data, KVC
• Knowledge of Internet-based communication protocols including web services and TCP/IP.
• Strong understanding of MVC architectures and Web Services

Point us to your github and/or show us the apps you’ve built

Company Description

Founded in 2011, Branchfire is a Chicago-based productivity startup that is reinventing the way people consume and create digital content.  Our first product, the critically-acclaimed iAnnotate PDF, was the first mobile markup solution available for the iPad when it was launched in 2010. Today, iAnnotate PDF is a full product suite for Branchfire, with a consumer offering that counts more than 600,000 users as well as enterprise and SDK offerings tailored towards larger companies and application developers respectively. We are also actively building our next product, Branchfire, which is a next-generation cross-platform productivity solution that will reinvent the way people communicate information with others.