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Hi there, I’m Zain Ali — a mobile engineering lead with over 15 years of experience building high-performance mobile apps. I’ve worked hands-on with Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C, MVVM, Combine and WatchKit, and I’ve led remote teams to deliver scalable, user-focused apps. I thrive on turning complex problems into polished products and collaborating across disciplines to ship value.
In my roles, I’ve steered product vision with engineering leadership, optimized performance and CI/CD pipelines, and mentored engineers to grow their skills. I’m passionate about crafting delightful experiences for users and aligning technical decisions with business goals.
Skills
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Expert
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Application Developer at Ruptate
January 1, 2022 - PresentManaged and built YouVie app from scratch. Led daily scrum meetings with the team. Defined the architecture for a rich mobile experience focused on delivering a seamless user experience.
Mobile Development Manager at Pakama Athletics
January 1, 2022 - PresentImproved app development efficiency by 30% by automating processes and optimizing codebases. Optimized app performance, resulting in a 50% reduction in load times. Facilitated daily scrum meetings with the team.
Software Architect Manager at Chetal International Group
January 1, 2021 - PresentWorked remotely with the VP of technology to provide estimates and status updates. Led architecture discussions and coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver mobile features.
Mobile Development Manager at Sprint Solutions
December 31, 2013 - October 12, 2025Performed technical design and implementation for 50+ reviewed client requirements, wireframes, and designs for technical feasibility. Collaborated with the scrum team to translate client requirements into actionable user stories.
Senior iOS Apps Engineer at Connect Technologies
December 31, 2013 - October 12, 2025Collaborated with product managers and designers to develop new features aligned with the product roadmap. Delivered iOS features with high quality and performance.
iOS Apps Engineer at SUAVE Solutions
December 31, 2011 - October 12, 2025Developed native iOS applications and contributed to the native iOS codebase architecture.
Associate iOS Engineer at Credit Objects
December 31, 2010 - October 12, 2025Assisted the lead developer in analysis, design, development, and performance. Worked with a team that developed and distributed an iOS app on the App Store.
Application Developer at Ruptate
January 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025Managed and built YoUVie app from scratch; collaborated with the CEO to define a rich mobile experience; led daily scrum meetings with the team.
Application Developer at PAKAMA Athletics
January 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025Improved app development efficiency by 30% by automating processes and optimizing code bases. Optimized app performance, resulting in a 50% reduction in load times. Facilitated daily scrum meetings with the team.
Mobile Development Manager at Sprint Solutions
January 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025Worked closely with executives to define rich mobile experiences; led architecture discussions with product teams to deliver mobile features.
Senior iOS Apps Engineer at Connect Technologies
January 1, 2013 - October 12, 2025Collaborated with product managers and designers to define architecture for iOS apps and deliver high-quality mobile experiences.
iOS Apps Engineer at SUAVE SOLUTIONS
January 1, 2011 - October 12, 2025Supported the native iOS codebase and contributed to architecture improvements for mobile apps.
Associate iOS Engineer at Credit Objects
January 1, 2009 - October 12, 2025Assisted the lead developer in analysis, design, development, and performance; contributed to iOS app development for App Store.
Application Development Manager at Pakama Athletics
January 1, 2022 - PresentLed the development of the YuVie app from scratch and built the team to deliver features on the roadmap. Improved app development efficiency by 30% through automation of processes and codebase optimization. Optimized application performance, achieving a 50% reduction in load times. Facilitated daily scrum meetings with the team.
Software Architect Manager at Chetal International Group
January 1, 2021 - PresentWorked remotely with the VP of technology to provide estimates and status updates. Coordinated with other developers, designers, and product/business managers to develop new features aligned with the product roadmap.
Mobile Development Manager at Sprint Solutions
December 31, 2013 - October 12, 2025Performed technical designs and implemented 50+ reviewed client requirements, wireframes, and designs for technical feasibility. Collaborated with the Scrum team to translate client requirements into implementable user stories.
Senior iOS Apps Engineer at Connect Technologies
December 31, 2013 - October 12, 2025Defined architecture for mobile experience for the user and supported architect in improving the native iOS codebase. Delivered projects with high quality and high performance iOS apps.
iOS Apps Engineer at SUAVE SOLUTIONS
December 31, 2013 - October 12, 2025Worked with product managers and designers to develop iOS apps, delivering a native experience on the iOS platform.
Associate iOS Engineer at Credit Objects
December 31, 2011 - October 12, 2025Assist the lead developer in analysis, design, development, and performance.
iOS Apps Engineer at Credit Objects
December 31, 2009 - October 12, 2025Entered early career developing iOS apps and contributed to the iOS codebase.
Mobile Engineering Lead at PAKAMA Athletics
January 1, 2022 - PresentLeading a high-performance mobile engineering initiative for a fitness SaaS app, focusing on iOS development with Swift, SwiftUI, and Combine, and Apple Watch integrations. Defined architecture, oversaw a five-person team, and collaborated with the CEO to shape product direction. Implemented automated QA pipelines and optimized build processes to accelerate releases.
Lead iOS Engineer at Ruptate
January 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025Led iOS product development for Ruptate (London, UK). Collaborated directly with the CEO to define product vision and user experience. Built Yu Vie app from concept to launch using SwiftUI and Combine. Managed a 4-person mobile development team and conducted daily SCRUM meetings.
Lead iOS Engineer at Sprint Solutions
January 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025Led technical design and development of over 20 iOS applications. Reviewed client requirements, wireframes, and ensured feasibility and scalability. Collaborated with Agile teams to convert client needs into implementable features.
iOS Engineer at SUAVE Solutions
January 1, 2013 - October 25, 2025Developed multiple apps using Objective-C and Swift. Collaborated as part of an Agile team to deliver robust and scalable apps.
Associate iOS Engineer at Credit Objects
January 1, 2011 - October 25, 2025Assisted in analysis, design and development of iOS applications. Contributed to an app successfully published on the App Store.
Mobile Engineering Lead at PAK AMA Athletics
January 1, 2022 - PresentLed a 5-person mobile and web development team, delivering high-performance fitness solutions. Built app from scratch using SwiftUI and Combine; defined product experience directly with CEO; implemented video editing features including text, stickers, voice, subtitles, and background music.
Lead iOS Engineer at Ruptate
January 1, 2024 - October 27, 2025Built YuVie app from concept to launch using SwiftUI and Combine; collaborated directly with CEO to define product vision and user experience. Led a 4-person mobile development team with daily SCRUMs.
Software Architect Manager at Chital International Group
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025Worked remotely with VP of Technology to plan and deliver new product features. Provided estimates, status updates and technical guidance for cross-functional teams. Ensured consistent alignment between development and business goals.
Senior iOS Engineer at Connect Technologies
January 1, 2016 - October 27, 2025Delivered high quality native iOS applications in collaboration with product and design teams. Improved codebase structure and implemented best practices for app performance.
iOS Engineer at SUAVE Solutions
January 1, 2013 - October 27, 2025Developed multiple apps using Objective-C and Swift; collaborated as part of an agile team to deliver robust and scalable apps.
Associate iOS Engineer at Credit Objects
January 1, 2011 - October 27, 2025Assisted analysis, design and development of iOS applications. Contributed to apps successfully published on the App Store.
Mobile Engineering Lead at Kamama Athletes
January 1, 2022 - November 1, 2025Led a 5-member mobile and web development team for a high-performance health & fitness app. Optimized app performance and reduced load times by 50%. Implemented automation that improved development efficiency by 30%. Increased App Store ratings from 4.6 to 4.8. Led Apple Watch integration and HealthKit synchronization.
Mobile Engineering Lead at Ruptate
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Built Yu Vie app from concept to launch using SwiftUI and Combine. Collaborated with CEO to define product vision and user experience. Integrated CI/CD to reduce build time from 4 hours to 45 minutes. Led a 4-member mobile team with daily scrums.
Software Architect Manager at Chetal International Group
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Worked with VP of Technology to plan and deliver new product features. Provided estimates, status updates and technical guidance for cross-functional teams. Ensured consistent alignment between development efforts and business goals.
Lead iOS Engineer at Sprint Solutions
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Led the design and development of over 20 iOS applications. Reviewed client requirements, wireframes, and feasibility to translate needs into implementable features. Collaborated with Agile teams to deliver high-quality apps.
Senior iOS Engineer at Connect Technologies
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Delivered high-quality native iOS apps in collaboration with product and design teams. Improved codebase structure and implemented best practices for app performance.
iOS Engineer at SUAVE Solutions
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013Developed multiple iOS apps using Objective‑C and Swift. Collaborated within Agile teams to deliver robust and scalable apps.
Associate iOS Engineer at Credit Objects
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Assisted in analysis, design and development of iOS applications. Contributed to an app successfully published on the App Store.
Senior iOS Engineer at Connect Technologies
January 1, 2016 - October 25, 2025Delivered high-quality native iOS applications in collaboration with product and design teams. Improved codebase structure and implemented best practices for app performance.
Mobile Engineering Lead at Ruptate
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Built YuVie app from concept to launch using SwiftUI and Combine; collaborated with CEO to define product vision; integrated CI/CD reducing build time from 4 hours to 45 minutes; led a 4-member mobile development team with daily SCRUMs.
Software Architect Manager at Che tal International Group
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Worked remotely with VP of Technology to plan and deliver new product features; provided estimates, status updates and technical guidance for cross-functional teams; ensured alignment between development and business goals.
Lead iOS Engineer at Sprint Solutions
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021Led technical design and development of over 20 iOS applications; reviewed client requirements, wireframes, and ensured feasibility and scalability; collaborated with Agile teams to convert client needs into implementable features.
Senior iOS Engineer at Connect Technologies
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016Delivered high quality native iOS apps in collaboration with product and design teams; improved codebase structure and implemented best practices for app performance; collaborated with Agile teams to translate client needs into features.
iOS Engineer at SUAVE Solutions
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013Developed multiple apps using Objective-C and Swift; collaborated as part of an Agile team to deliver robust and scalable apps.
Education
Bachelor of Information Technology at The University of Punjab
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004Bachelor of Information Technology at The University of Punjab
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004Bachelor of Information Technology at The University of Punjab
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004Bachelor of Information Technology at University of the Punjab, Lahore
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Information Technology at University of the Punjab, Lahore
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Information Technology at University of the Punjab, Lahore
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Bachelor of Information Technology at University of the Punjab, Lahore
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Qualifications
Bachelor of Information Technology
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Computers & Electronics
Skills
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Expert
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