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We are looking for a reliable and long-term iOS & PHP Developer to support and maintain an existing system currently in the pre-production stage. Project Status: * Server infrastructure is fully configured and running * Database is already designed and operational * Existing PHP backend codebase is available * iOS application is already connected and functional * Automatic deployment / CI-CD pipeline is configured * Environment setup is complete (Development / Staging / Production) Tech Stack: * iOS Application * PHP Backend * MySQL Database * Linux Server Environment * CI/CD & Automatic Deployment * Git-based workflow Role Responsibilities: * Handle weekly development and maintenance tasks * Implement new features and business requirements * Maintain and improve the iOS application * Maintain and refactor PHP backend code when needed * Database modifications and optimization * Bug fixing and production issue handling * General system maintenance and technical support Work Schedule: * Part-time position * 5 working days per week * Approximately 5 working hours per day * Tasks will be assigned weekly (every Sunday) * Expected delivery timeline: Sunday → Thursday * Friday will be used internally for validation/testing/release review * In case of critical bugs or production issues during the weekend, a sixth working day may be required to resolve urgent issues Requirements: * Strong experience with PHP * Good experience with iOS development * Comfortable working with existing codebases * Able to work independently and handle maintenance tasks * Good communication and commitment to deadlines * Good English communication skills are required for verbal discussions and online meetings when needed Payment & Performance: * Budget is approximately $400/month * Payments are processed weekly after successful validation and release * If assigned tasks are not completed within the agreed timeline, deductions may apply based on the amount of unfinished work/tasks This is an ongoing maintenance and enhancement role rather than building a project from scratch. We are looking for someone dependable who can stay with the project long-term and help us maintain and improve the system over time.
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As an experienced iOS developer, well-versed in both Swift and Objective-C with a solid background in PHP development, I unquestionably possess the necessary skills to meet your maintenance and feature development needs for your iOS and PHP project. My detailed-oriented approach enables me to quickly understand existing codebases and make meaningful contributions without undue disruption. What sets me apart is my commitment to timely task completion while adhering to agreed-upon quality standards. With my strong command of the requisite technologies and my specialization in CI/CD pipelines using Git, not only can I ensure the smooth operation of your system, but also continuous improvements through iterative deployments. Beyond technical competencies, I also bring solid communication skills that are vital for understanding and effectively fulfilling your business needs. I am comfortable working independently according to assigned tasks but can also delve collaboratively when needed. This includes efficient issue tracking and resolution so that any critical bugs or production issues that may arise during weekends are handled promptly. Furthermore, I value long-term commitments and stable relationships which makes me an ideal candidate for maintaining your valuable system over time.
$450 USD in 7 days
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Maintaining both an iOS frontend and a PHP backend simultaneously requires a developer who treats the existing CI/CD pipeline and Git workflow with extreme care. Since your server infrastructure and staging environments are already functional, my focus is on ensuring the Sunday to Thursday delivery cycle remains predictable. I have experience stepping into established codebases where the priority is stabilizing the system before layering on new business requirements. For instance, I recently managed a cross-stack environment where I had to balance daily bug fixes with long-term database optimization to prevent production lag. I am comfortable with the requested 25-hour weekly schedule and am available for a sixth working day if a critical production issue hits over the weekend. My goal is to function as a dependable extension of your team so you can focus on validation while I handle the technical heavy lifting. Let's kick off with a small milestone for 25 hours weekly cross-stack support. You only release when you're happy. ~ Rajesh
$500 USD in 30 days
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Hello, Having worked on a myriad of web and mobile development projects over the years, my team and I are well-versed in all elements of your tech stack. To begin, I have profound experience in both iOS development and PHP, which directly aligns with the skillset required for this role. Moreover, we have a deep appreciation for and have frequently demonstrated our ability to work with existing codebases. We love taking upon the challenge of ongoing maintenance and enhancement roles because it allows us to showcase our creative problem-solving skills in a unique way. Another attribute that sets us apart is our personality; perfect not only for creating a congenial work environment but also for effective communication with clients. We understand that clear verbal discussions and online meetings are critical to ensure we remain aligned, especially given the nature of this project's timeline. Our commitment to deadlines and impeccable English communication skills will benefit these processes greatly. Lastly, while we understand that budget is an important consideration, we know that finding a partner who will consistently deliver work that adds value within your unique ecosystem is even more important. As a result-oriented team with extensive experience in long-term project management, we're uniquely suited to provide ample support to your system while optimizing your spend. By offering you exceptional quality at an affordable rate, we Thanks!
$450 USD in 3 days
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Hi — Elias here from Miami. I understand you need ongoing support and feature development for your existing iOS and PHP application. This maintenance is crucial for keeping your product aligned with user needs and evolving technology. What usually matters most here is ensuring the system remains scalable and maintainable while integrating new features seamlessly. A common issue is managing technical debt as functionalities are added, complicating future updates and reliability. My approach would involve reviewing the current architecture to identify optimization areas. I would focus on setting up a robust CI/CD pipeline to streamline deployments and automate testing, ensuring stability as we push updates. Emphasizing clean code and modular design will make future expansions smoother. I've worked on similar applications, enhancing their performance while implementing new features effectively. This experience gives me insight into potential pitfalls. A few questions to better understand the scope: Q1 – What specific features are you looking to develop soon? Q2 – Are there existing integrations or third-party services that need special attention? Q3 – How do you currently handle user permissions and data security in the app? Happy to discuss the details and suggest the best technical approach. Looking forward to hearing from you.
$500 USD in 5 days
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With over 7 years of hands-on experience, I bring a comprehensive skillset to meet your exact needs for ongoing maintenance and feature development. As a seasoned expert in PHP and iOS, I am confident in my ability to handle weekly tasks smoothly, implement new features seamlessly, and provide efficient bug fixation. In addition to this acquirement, I'm also experienced in MySQL Database management which is an essential piece of your project puzzle. My proficiency with CI/CD and automatic deployment aligns perfectly with the existing setup you mention, guaranteeing smooth coordination between different development stages. On top of that, I understand the importance of good English communication skills - both verbal and in writing- for effective meetings/discussions remotely when needed. Choosing me means choosing reliable service, commitment to your project's success and a long-term relationship. I bring not only extensive experience from diverse domains but also a client-centric approach that guarantees collaboration and understanding of your unique vision. Time management and meeting deadlines are my second nature as evident from my successful track record. I'm excited about this opportunity to contribute my skills to the strong foundations you have already built and take them forward with excellence!
$500 USD in 20 days
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With a solid background in iOS development and PHP backend, I understand the critical role of maintaining and enhancing your existing system in the pre-production stage. Given the established server infrastructure, database, and CI/CD pipeline, I am well-equipped to handle weekly tasks, implement new features, and optimize the iOS application and PHP backend. Could you share more insights on the current bug tracking system in place for efficient issue handling? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
$470 USD in 7 days
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Hi there, ★★★ PHP / iOS Expert ★★★ 4+ Years of Experience ★★★ I can handle the ongoing maintenance and development tasks for your existing system with weekly updates and improvements. This will include: - Implementing new features and business requirements. - Maintaining and refactoring the PHP backend code. - Bug fixing and production issue handling. I will manage the tasks using a structured approach, ensuring that all updates are delivered on time and meet your requirements. Ready to start once you provide access to the existing codebase and any specific feature requests. Thanks!
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Hello, >>>> Multi languages (English and Arabic)Left-To-Right (LTR) and Right-To-Left (RTL) <<<< I have carefully reviewed your requirements and understand that this is a long-term maintenance and enhancement role for an existing iOS and PHP-based system with a fully configured backend, database, CI/CD pipeline, and production-ready infrastructure. With 10+ years of experience in PHP backend development, iOS application maintenance, MySQL optimization, API integrations, and working with existing large codebases, I can efficiently handle ongoing feature development, bug fixing, system improvements, and production support while maintaining stability of your current environment. I am comfortable working in structured weekly sprints, handling assigned tasks, improving backend logic, optimizing database performance, maintaining iOS functionality, and ensuring smooth CI/CD deployments across development, staging, and production environments. I WILL PROVIDE 2 YEARS OF FREE ONGOING SUPPORT AND COMPLETE SOURCE CODE. WE WILL WORK WITH AGILE METHODOLOGY AND PROVIDE ASSISTANCE FOR CONTINUOUS MAINTENANCE, FEATURE DEVELOPMENT, AND SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS. I can commit to consistent communication, deadline adherence, and independent task execution while ensuring production stability and code quality across all components of the system. I am available for long-term collaboration and ready to start immediately. I eagerly await your positive response. Thanks. Christina
$400 USD in 30 days
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Hello Greetings, After reviewing your project description, I feel confident and excited to work on this project for you. But I have some crucial things and queries to clear up. Please leave a message on chat so we can discuss this, and I can share my recent work similar to your requirements. Thanks for your time! I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best Regards.
$750 USD in 8 days
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable iOS & PHP Developer for Ongoing System Support ❇️ Hi My Friend, I hope you're doing well. I reviewed your project details and see you are looking for an iOS and PHP Developer. You don’t need to look any further; Zohaib is here to help you! My team has successfully completed over 50 similar projects in this area. I will ensure smooth operation and improvement of your system while working efficiently within your budget. I will handle weekly tasks, implement new features, and maintain both the iOS app and PHP backend. I will ensure that the database is optimized and any issues are addressed promptly. ➡️ Why Me? I can easily do your ongoing maintenance and enhancement tasks as I have 5 years of experience in PHP and iOS development, backend integration, database management, and system optimization. My strong grip on CI/CD practices and Git workflows will ensure efficient deployment and collaboration. ➡️ Let's have a quick chat to discuss your project in detail. I can also share samples of my previous work. Looking forward to discussing this with you! ➡️ Skills & Experience: ✅ PHP Development ✅ iOS Development ✅ MySQL Database ✅ Linux Server Management ✅ CI/CD Implementation ✅ Git-based Workflow ✅ System Maintenance ✅ Bug Fixing ✅ Feature Implementation ✅ Code Refactoring ✅ Technical Support ✅ Communication Skills Waiting for your response! Best Regards, Zohaib
$350 USD in 2 days
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Hello, I understand you're seeking a long-term partner for your pre-production system. The operational flow is clear: a PHP backend supporting an iOS app, managed within a fully configured environment including CI/CD. Your weekly cadence of assigning tasks on Sunday for a Thursday delivery, followed by internal validation, is a structure we can integrate into immediately. Technical approach: We will adopt your existing Git workflow and branching strategy. For the backend, we'll focus on modular enhancements within the PHP codebase and use migrations for any database modifications. On the iOS side, we will extend the current architectural pattern to ensure code consistency for new features and bug fixes. Core modules: Our efforts will center on continuous Backend Maintenance (API logic, refactoring), iOS Application Enhancement (UI/UX updates, bug fixes), Database Management (schema changes, query optimization), and a defined process for Production Support. Relevant systems: We built the 'StepOut Live' platform, a complex system with a Laravel (PHP) backend serving four mobile apps. The role involved maintaining a large, active codebase while adding features, which directly aligns with your needs. Our strategy focuses on a quick and non-disruptive onboarding to your codebase and CI/CD pipeline. We will adhere strictly to your weekly schedule, ensuring our code is ready for your Friday reviews. Critical issues will be handled with priority. Regards, Rohit
$250 USD in 30 days
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We'll provide dedicated iOS and PHP support for your pre-production system. Our team has 8+ years of experience maintaining live mobile apps and PHP backends at scale — we understand the importance of clean code, CI/CD discipline, and zero-downtime deployments. We'll handle: • Weekly feature development and bug fixes for your iOS app • PHP backend maintenance, refactoring, and API improvements • MySQL optimization and database health monitoring • CI/CD pipeline management and deployment support • Git-based workflow with proper branching and code reviews
$500 USD in 14 days
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iOS & PHP Development expert here — I’ll provide reliable long-term support for your existing system, handling feature enhancements, bug fixes, backend maintenance, database updates, and iOS improvements while working seamlessly within your current infrastructure and CI/CD workflow. Experienced with PHP, MySQL, iOS development, Git-based workflows, and maintaining production-ready applications. I focus on clean code, timely delivery, proactive communication, and long-term system stability. Please ping me to discuss further and deliver exceptional results. Thanks!!!
$800 USD in 7 days
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Hi, We’ve developed multiple iOS apps with PHP backends, including a fully functional iOS app that connects with a Laravel backend. We also built a CI/CD pipeline for automatic deployments, ensuring that new features and bug fixes are delivered seamlessly. As a team, we can provide dedicated resources for both iOS and backend development, allowing us to work in parallel and deliver faster. We’re also experienced with server management and can handle any server-related tasks at no extra cost. Let’s schedule a 10-minute call to discuss your project in more detail and see if I’m the right fit for your needs. I’m eager to learn more about your exciting project. Best regards, Adil
$444.63 USD in 7 days
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Hi I can support and maintain your existing iOS and PHP/MySQL system on a long-term basis, handling weekly development tasks, bug fixes, backend improvements, and iOS app updates. I have experience with PHP, MySQL, iOS development, REST APIs, Linux server environments, Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, database optimization, and maintaining existing production-ready codebases. The main technical challenge is improving and extending the system without disrupting the already configured infrastructure, database, deployment flow, and connected iOS app. I will solve this by first understanding the current architecture, then working carefully through assigned weekly tasks with clean commits, testing, and clear communication. I can handle PHP backend refactoring, API fixes, iOS feature updates, database changes, performance improvements, urgent bug resolution, and release support. I am comfortable working independently with existing codebases and following a structured development, staging, and production workflow. My focus will be stable maintenance, reliable communication, and long-term technical support for the system. Thanks, Hercules
$500 USD in 7 days
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Hello, I hope you're doing well! I understand you need a dependable long-term developer to maintain and enhance an existing iOS and PHP system, including feature development, backend improvements, database optimization, bug fixing, CI/CD-supported releases, and ongoing production support. I have strong experience working with established PHP/MySQL applications, iOS codebases, Linux environments, Git workflows, automated deployments, and maintaining production systems while implementing new business requirements without disrupting existing functionality. I will work independently within your weekly Sunday–Thursday cycle, review assigned tasks carefully, maintain code quality, handle urgent issues when required, and contribute to the long-term stability and evolution of the platform. Q1: Is the iOS application built with Swift, Objective-C, or a hybrid framework? Q2: Which PHP framework, if any, is currently used in the backend? Q3: What is the typical volume of weekly tasks—mostly maintenance, feature development, or a balanced mix? Looking forward to discussing the system and supporting it long term!
$500 USD in 7 days
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Hello, Your project is a great fit for our PHP, iOS, and long-term application maintenance expertise. We have extensive experience supporting existing systems, working with established codebases, and delivering ongoing enhancements while maintaining stability in staging and production environments. We can help with: ✔ iOS application maintenance and feature development ✔ PHP backend enhancements and refactoring ✔ MySQL database optimization and schema updates ✔ Bug fixing and production issue resolution ✔ API integration and performance improvements ✔ CI/CD and deployment monitoring ✔ Code reviews and technical debt reduction ✔ Server-side troubleshooting and maintenance ✔ Git-based collaborative development Technical Expertise ✔ PHP (Core PHP, Laravel, Custom Frameworks) ✔ iOS Development (Swift / Objective-C) ✔ MySQL Optimization ✔ Linux Server Administration ✔ CI/CD Pipelines & Automated Deployments ✔ Git Workflow & Version Control Why work with us? ✔ Strong experience maintaining live applications ✔ Comfortable working with existing codebases and architectures ✔ Reliable long-term collaboration mindset ✔ Clear communication and adherence to deadlines ✔ Proactive issue identification and resolution A couple of quick questions: 1. Is the iOS application developed in Swift, Objective-C, or a hybrid framework? 2. Is the PHP backend built on a framework (Laravel, CodeIgniter, Symfony, etc.) or custom PHP? Regards
$740 USD in 5 days
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Hi, I've read through your setup carefully and honestly, this is the kind of role I thrive in. You've already done the hard work — infrastructure running, CI/CD in place, environments configured, and a connected iOS app. What you need now is someone dependable who can slot in, understand the codebase quickly, and just get things done week after week without hand-holding. That's exactly how I work. I'm comfortable jumping into existing PHP backends and iOS codebases without needing everything explained from scratch. I've maintained and improved live systems before, so I understand the discipline that comes with production environments — careful changes, proper testing, clean commits, and clear communication when something needs flagging. The Sunday-to-Thursday cadence works well for me. I appreciate the structured weekly rhythm and I'm the kind of developer who hits deadlines consistently — not someone who goes quiet and delivers surprises on Friday. For critical weekend issues, I'm reachable. I understand that production problems don't wait for Monday. I'd love to learn more about the system and what the first few weeks of tasks typically look like. Could you please check my reviews? https://www.freelancer.com/u/stelianrosca618 Looking forward to hearing from you. Stelian
$400 USD in 20 days
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Hello, I have 10+ years of experience in PHP, MySQL, iOS development, Linux server management, and maintaining production applications. I specialize in working with existing systems, understanding established codebases quickly, and delivering reliable long-term support. I am comfortable working within Git-based workflows, following weekly sprint cycles, meeting delivery deadlines, and providing support for critical production issues when required. My focus is always on code quality, system stability, performance, and clear communication throughout the development process. I am interested in building a long-term working relationship and would be happy to discuss your current roadmap and maintenance requirements. Best Regards
$250 USD in 7 days
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Hi. I am a seasoned iOS and PHP developer ready to handle your ongoing maintenance and feature development needs with immediate availability. My expertise includes building robust native iOS applications and managing scalable PHP backends for long-term project success. I prioritize clear communication and can adapt to your existing codebase whether it utilizes SwiftUI, UIKit, or specific PHP frameworks. I am interested in discussing your weekly task volume to ensure a smooth workflow and reliable delivery. Let us connect to review your project details and establish a milestone schedule that works for both of us.
$500 USD in 3 days
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Hello! As per your project post, you’re looking for a reliable long term iOS & PHP developer to support an existing pre production system that already has its infrastructure, database, backend, deployment pipeline, and application foundation in place. The goal is to continuously maintain, enhance, and stabilize the platform through ongoing feature development, bug fixing, optimization, and technical support. My focus will be on delivering ongoing iOS application enhancements, PHP backend development, database optimization, feature implementation, code refactoring, bug resolution, production support, CI/CD workflow maintenance, and system monitoring. The platform will be maintained with a strong emphasis on stability, performance, scalability, and clean code practices. I specialize in iOS development, PHP application development, MySQL database design and optimization, Linux server management, REST APIs, Git based workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and long term product maintenance. My focus will be on understanding the existing architecture quickly, minimizing technical debt, ensuring smooth deployments, and delivering new features without disrupting production stability. Let’s connect to discuss your current roadmap, recurring maintenance workload, and the type of weekly development support you expect so we can establish an efficient long term collaboration. Best regards, Nikita Gupta.
$500 USD in 7 days
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