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iOS Development XTERN

Covert Defenses
Indianapolis
0-2 years
Software Engineer
Internship

Job Description

Covert Defenses is seeking a highly motivated iOS Development Intern to lead the development of the iOS version of our existing Android application in Summer 2026.

This is a hands-on opportunity within a growing startup environment where you will take ownership of translating a production Android application into a secure, high-quality, production-ready iOS app. You will work directly with technical leadership to shape architecture decisions, implement secure mobile practices, and deliver a scalable product to market.

If you’re excited about building secure mobile applications from the ground up and making a tangible impact at an early-stage company, this role is for you.

THE XTERN PROGRAM

This position is part of the Xtern program through TechPoint. Xtern is for students who are enrolled in a University or College and is professional development experience on top of your full-time internship with Elements. Xtern provides three weekends where you will connect with other interns in tech and tech adjacent roles at companies in the Indianapolis area. Xtern weekends focus on professional development, civic engagement, and social opportunities to grow your network. You will have access to an online community, bonus fun events, and an opportunity to compete to explore Indianapolis through the Xtern Passport program.

Xtern also includes 10 week of free housing located at IU Indianapolis. Housing dates are from Saturday, May 23rd to Saturday, August 1st, 2026. You must relocate to Indianapolis for the duration of the summer to be eligible for this internship position and the Xtern program.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Lead development of the iOS version of an existing Android application using Swift and native iOS frameworks
  • Translate and adapt core Android functionality into scalable, production-ready iOS architecture
  • Implement secure local encryption and customize encryption approaches to meet product requirements
  • Integrate with Supabase for secure key management and authentication workflows
  • Connect to RESTful APIs and serverless backend services hosted on AWS Lambda
  • Optimize app performance, responsiveness, and reliability
  • Apply mobile security best practices across authentication, data storage, and transmission
  • Collaborate closely with founders and backend engineers in an agile startup environment

This role offers significant technical ownership and the opportunity to influence product architecture and security decisions.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required:

  • Strong experience with Swift and native iOS development
  • Understanding of iOS application architecture and mobile design patterns
  • Experience implementing secure local encryption
  • Familiarity with authentication flows and secure key management
  • Experience integrating RESTful APIs
  • Exposure to AWS services, particularly serverless environments such as AWS Lambda
  • Strong understanding of mobile security and performance optimization

Preferred:

  • Experience working with Supabase or similar backend-as-a-service platforms
  • Prior experience translating applications across platforms (Android to iOS)
  • Startup or entrepreneurial experience
  • Ability to work independently and take technical ownership

Company Information

Covert Defenses is an emerging startup focused on building secure, high-performance mobile technology solutions. As a small and agile team, we move quickly, prioritize security, and value ownership, accountability, and innovation.

Interns at Covert Defenses are treated as contributors—not observers—and are expected to play a meaningful role in product development.

iOS Development XTERN

Covert Defenses 200x200
Covert Defenses
Indianapolis
0-2 years
Software Engineer
Internship

Job Description

Covert Defenses is seeking a highly motivated iOS Development Intern to lead the development of the iOS version of our existing Android application in Summer 2026.

This is a hands-on opportunity within a growing startup environment where you will take ownership of translating a production Android application into a secure, high-quality, production-ready iOS app. You will work directly with technical leadership to shape architecture decisions, implement secure mobile practices, and deliver a scalable product to market.

If you’re excited about building secure mobile applications from the ground up and making a tangible impact at an early-stage company, this role is for you.

THE XTERN PROGRAM

This position is part of the Xtern program through TechPoint. Xtern is for students who are enrolled in a University or College and is professional development experience on top of your full-time internship with Elements. Xtern provides three weekends where you will connect with other interns in tech and tech adjacent roles at companies in the Indianapolis area. Xtern weekends focus on professional development, civic engagement, and social opportunities to grow your network. You will have access to an online community, bonus fun events, and an opportunity to compete to explore Indianapolis through the Xtern Passport program.

Xtern also includes 10 week of free housing located at IU Indianapolis. Housing dates are from Saturday, May 23rd to Saturday, August 1st, 2026. You must relocate to Indianapolis for the duration of the summer to be eligible for this internship position and the Xtern program.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Lead development of the iOS version of an existing Android application using Swift and native iOS frameworks
  • Translate and adapt core Android functionality into scalable, production-ready iOS architecture
  • Implement secure local encryption and customize encryption approaches to meet product requirements
  • Integrate with Supabase for secure key management and authentication workflows
  • Connect to RESTful APIs and serverless backend services hosted on AWS Lambda
  • Optimize app performance, responsiveness, and reliability
  • Apply mobile security best practices across authentication, data storage, and transmission
  • Collaborate closely with founders and backend engineers in an agile startup environment

This role offers significant technical ownership and the opportunity to influence product architecture and security decisions.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required:

  • Strong experience with Swift and native iOS development
  • Understanding of iOS application architecture and mobile design patterns
  • Experience implementing secure local encryption
  • Familiarity with authentication flows and secure key management
  • Experience integrating RESTful APIs
  • Exposure to AWS services, particularly serverless environments such as AWS Lambda
  • Strong understanding of mobile security and performance optimization

Preferred:

  • Experience working with Supabase or similar backend-as-a-service platforms
  • Prior experience translating applications across platforms (Android to iOS)
  • Startup or entrepreneurial experience
  • Ability to work independently and take technical ownership

Company Information

Covert Defenses is an emerging startup focused on building secure, high-performance mobile technology solutions. As a small and agile team, we move quickly, prioritize security, and value ownership, accountability, and innovation.

Interns at Covert Defenses are treated as contributors—not observers—and are expected to play a meaningful role in product development.

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