This article is part of an ongoing series that will take a deeper look at the jobs featured in our annual Austin Tech Salaries Guide.
The salary range for iOS developers/mobile engineers in Austin is between $100,000 and $110,000, according to the latest data compiled by Built In Austin.
Job Outlook
As smartphone usage continues to skyrocket, so does the demand for mobile developers.
Due to the growing popularity of mobile devices and online shopping, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that web developer jobs will grow 27% from 2014 to 2024—much faster than the average for any other occupation.
There are currently 94 million iPhones in use nationwide, and according to a recent study, 30% of all e-commerce sales take place on a mobile device. With revenues of $104 billion, the demand for iOS developers and mobile expertise isn't going anywhere anytime soon.
At any given time, our job board has numerous mobile developer jobs on offer, and generally these positions are in demand and well-paid.
Related: View open iOS developer jobs
Austin vs. National Average
On average, an iOS developer in the U.S. makes $110,323, according to research from CyberCoders, a leading recruiting firm in the U.S.
Built In Austin’s salary range of $100,000 to $110,000 is based on a survey of hiring managers at local tech companies. Salary is dependent on company size, employee experience, and the negotiating ability of the employers and applicants.
Based on our data, iOS/mobile developer salaries are in the higher range of the Austin tech market.
Skills Required
A company seeking an iOS developer specifically is looking for someone with experience building apps for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and the Apple Watch. A strong programming foundation, especially in Objective-C, is required.
Generally, an iOS developer will possess the same skills as any good mobile developer:
- Developing, releasing and maintaining mobile applications
- General understanding of UX
- Ability to work with a diverse set of team members
While some companies may seek someone with a specific concentration in iOS app development, candidates will likely need to demonstrate knowledge in Android SDK, Windows SDK, agile software development and APIs.
