Full-Time
Software Engineer 1
iOS
Posted on 11/15/2025
McDonald's
10,001+ employees
Global fast-food chain with franchised model
Compensation Overview
$75.7k - $94.6k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
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- Previous technical internship(s), if applicable.
- Programming experience with Swift, Objective-C, and iOS platform technologies and APIs.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent years of experience.
- Ability to take a project from scoping requirements to launch to delivery.
- Experience in optimization mathematics such as linear programming and nonlinear optimization.
- Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions.
- Adept at handling ambiguous or undefined problems as well as ability to think abstractly.
- Solid knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals (object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, are self-driven and deliver high quality results in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly quantitative with great judgment and passion for building a phenomenal customer experience.
- Supply to all aspects of the agile development life cycle including design, development, documentation, testing and operations.
- As a software development engineer on a team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the definition, vision, design, road map and development of product features from beginning to end.
- Design, implement, test, deploy and maintain innovative software solutions to transform service performance, durability, cost, and security.
- Use software engineering best practices to ensure a high standard of quality for all team deliverables.
- Work in an agile, startup-like development environment, where you are always working on the most important priorities.
McDonald’s operates a global network of fast-food restaurants offering burgers, fries, and other items, serving customers quickly and affordably. It uses a mix of company-owned and franchised locations, with revenue coming from store sales, franchise fees and royalties, and income from owning and leasing real estate. It relies on digital ordering, third-party delivery, and a rewards program to boost convenience and loyalty, plus family-friendly amenities. Its goal is to lead the quick-service restaurant space by delivering scale, a strong brand, and a broad digital ecosystem, while expanding through franchising and real estate.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
1955
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 global comps rose 1.3%, driven by international operated markets.
- Australia’s August 2026 web ordering expands pickup and McDelivery without app friction.
- Blairgowrie approved August 31, 2026, showing durable unit growth pipelines.
What critics are saying
- Q2 2026 U.S. traffic fell; Kempczinski blamed overwhelmed restaurants and weak execution.
- August 4, 2026 showed value confusion after McValue and pulled digital offers.
- Guster-Hines survives in Chicago, and any adverse ruling threatens franchise-control economics.
What makes McDonald's unique
- McDonald’s franchise-real-estate flywheel funds expansion while protecting margins.
- MyMcDonald’s Rewards and app ordering lock in repeat visits across 40,000-plus restaurants.
- Localized launches like Australia’s September 2 Tim Tam Jatz McFlurry sustain relevance.
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Benefits
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Long Term Incentive
Company News
The investment comes two years after a new franchisee took over. * 12:28, 2 SEP 2026 * Updated12:31, 2 SEP 2026 Customers will notice some major changes after a McDonald's restaurant in Nottingham reopened following a seven-figure makeover. The Castle Marina branch welcomed fast-food lovers back on Wednesday, September 2, after an eight-week closure, just in time for lunch. Funky new decor, new furniture, new digital screens and a new counter are some of the features at the restaurant in Castle Bridge Road, which hasn't had a refurbishment on this scale for around 12 years. Franchisee Chirag Pandya, who took over two years ago, said: "We're looking forward to welcoming customers back in. I'm very happy with it. The construction team has done brilliant work. "We kept to budget and time, most importantly, as we'd publicised reopening and we wanted to make sure we're back open for business today. "It's a brand new look welcoming families back into the restaurant and more of a fun feel, and a bit of nostalgia from what McDonald's used to be in the past. It's light and airy and modern." The dark coloured booths have gone, replaced by a blue and red colour scheme and new statement wallpaper features backlit 3D decorations of a Happy Meal and carton of fries. Seven digital screens for ordering have been installed, including a new kiosk on the upper seating area and QR codes for table service have been added. The number of seats has also increased to 85. Customers will find a new counter, while delivery drivers have their own separate entrance to reduce congestion at the till. New grills and a new coffee machine have been installed in the kitchen. One of the biggest changes is the disappearance of stairs leading to a defunct seating area downstairs. The stairwell in the restaurant has been built over and is now only accessible to staff heading back of house. The downstairs area will be used in the future for staff training. "Now we have three stores in the group [also Clumber Street and Edwalton] that will become a classroom for shift management leadership," said Chirag "We took those on, on June 29, and we've had a record number of customers come in July and August, which has been brilliant." As well as handling a massive revamp and two new restaurants, Chirag became dad to his second child, Diyan, who was born 21 days ago. As well as his new son, he also has a 21-month-old daughter, Aashi. He said: "I couldn't have done anything without the support of my wife, Sonali, and my family, and the massive support from McDonald's. "It just goes to show the strength of the brand that within two years, we've had a seven-figure investment into Castle Marina as well as buying two more restaurants." The new-look restaurant will be hosting a launch party on Saturday, September 5, with costume characters Angel and Stitch from 11am to 12pm as well as party games, dancing and face painting. Check out the gallery below for a look inside the revamped McDonald's:
Pizza Hut Singapore taps Liew Li Li as Marketing and Food Innovation Director. She succeeds Ailsa Tan, who has concluded her tenure with the company. Pizza Hut Singapore has appointed Liew Li Li as its new Director of Marketing and Food Innovation, effective 1 September 2026. Li Li succeeds Ailsa Tan, who has concluded her tenure with the company. Join QSR Media Asia community At Pizza Hut Singapore, Li Li will oversee the Marketing and Food Innovation agenda. Her remit will include customer engagement, brand relevance and business growth as the company continues to pursue its digital-first strategy. Li Li brings more than 20 years of marketing experience spanning the quick-service restaurant (QSR), FMCG, and digital sectors. She most recently worked at McDonald's Corporation, where she led marketing transformation and digital initiatives across international and franchise markets. Her responsibilities covered commerce, CRM, loyalty, martech, customer acquisition, and campaign performance, with work across markets including Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Before joining McDonald's, Li Li held regional digital and media leadership positions at Mondelēz and Kimberly-Clark. Her roles covered digital, CRM, e-commerce, and media strategies across multiple markets. She also has experience in agency roles, giving her experience across brand building, digital transformation, and commercial marketing execution.
McDonald's released an exclusive meal for Texans and brought back a fan favorite. September 1, 2026 2:47 PM Gift Article McDonald's has a new meal for the Lone Star state. The largest fast food chain in the world is offering the new "Texas Meal," for a limited time. It's a 10-piece McNugget meal (spicy or regular) with a medium fry and a medium drink in an exclusive Texas cup. Austin-based artist Avery Orendorf designed seven collectible cups reflective of the following areas of Texas: Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin and Central Texas, West Texas, East Texas, and Rio Grande Valley-South Texas. The DFW cup features scenes of Fair Park, Arlington's stadiums and the Fort Worth Stockyards sign. When can you get the McDonald's Texas Meal? The McDonald's Texas Meal will be available starting Sept. 1 while supplies last. Customers can request any of the seven cups designed by Orendorf. When can you get McDonald's spicy nuggets? Spicy McNuggets aren't just back for the Texas Meal. They are also making their limited-time return on Sept. 1, with no specific end date announced. McDonald's debuted the spicy nuggets in 2020 and have brought them back a few times for limited-time stints. Also back for a limited time: McDonald's Mighty Hot Sauce. More news from Ella Gonzales: Restaurants August 25, 2026 5:00 AM Fort Worth Business August 29, 2026 12:00 PM Fort Worth Star-Telegram Ella Gonzales is a service journalism reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. She is part of a team of local journalists who answer reader questions and write about life in North Texas. Ella mainly writes about local restaurants and where to find good deals around town.
Pumpkin spice sales peak as food brands pivot to new fall flavors. Key takeaways. * Major food and beverage chains are moving away from traditional pumpkin spice offerings to diversify their seasonal fall menus. * Consumer demand for alternative flavors is rising, highlighted by a 28% year-over-year increase in pecan orders on delivery platforms. * Industry giants like Starbucks, Dunkin, and McDonald's have introduced new flavor profiles including pecan, tiramisu, and caramel apple to capture shifting consumer preferences. TrendPulse analysis. Industry context. This pivot in seasonal menu strategy reflects a broader maturation cycle within the fast-moving consumer goods and quick-service restaurant sectors. When a dominant trend like pumpkin spice reaches saturation, brands face diminishing returns on marketing investments and must innovate to maintain consumer engagement during critical high-margin periods. The phenomenon of seasonal fatigue is well-documented in retail analytics; consumers increasingly seek novelty even within traditional holiday buying cycles. Competitors are utilizing data-driven menu engineering to identify micro-trends before they hit the mainstream. The rise of flavors like pecan and tiramisu demonstrates a shift toward richer, more sophisticated flavor profiles that appeal to a broader demographic base. Furthermore, this diversification strategy helps brands mitigate supply chain risks associated with relying on specific seasonal ingredients while protecting profit margins through premium pricing on novel limited-time offers. Why this matters. For executives and investors in the food and beverage industry, the decline of pumpkin spice's monopoly signals a broader shift in consumer behavior toward personalized and experimental product offerings. Brands that successfully leverage predictive analytics to anticipate flavor fatigue will capture outsized market share during crucial retail windows. Executives must view menu innovation not as a periodic refresh, but as an agile, data-driven strategy necessary to sustain brand relevance in a crowded marketplace. Moreover, the trend highlights the financial impact of 'comfort rushing' - consumers seeking emotional connection through food earlier in the calendar year. Businesses must adapt their operational timelines to launch seasonal campaigns ahead of traditional schedules. Investors should closely monitor how effectively restaurant chains manage inventory transitions and whether these alternative flavor profiles can achieve the same customer lifetime value and repeat-purchase rates as established seasonal flagships. The bottom line. As pumpkin spice reaches maturity, food and beverage brands must leverage consumer data to innovate and diversify their seasonal menus with novel flavor profiles to maintain competitive advantage. Read the full article. This analysis is based on reporting from Entrepreneur
McDonald's unveils plans to open in Ystrad Mynach. News Rhys Williams | Published: 08:00, Tuesday September 1st, 2026. Support quality, independent, local journalism...that matters From just £1 a month you can help fund its work - and use its website without adverts. Become a member today McDonald's has announced plans to open a new drive-thru in Ystrad Mynach. The new restaurant would be near the Valley Greyhound stadium, off Twyn Road. McDonald's says the new site would create between 100 and 120 new jobs, and generate between £50,000 and £60,000 each year in business rates. A public consultation into the plans has been launched, with residents and businesses able to voice their opinions on the proposals before a planning application is submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council. The consultation runs from 9am on Tuesday September 1 until midnight on Tuesday September 15. In a statement, McDonald's said: "The proposed site at Ystrad Mynach sits away from residential streets, benefits from stronger road connectivity, and is well placed to serve passing traffic and the surrounding workforce without affecting nearby homes. "The introduction of a new McDonald's restaurant here will bring meaningful local benefits, creating new employment opportunities and fresh investment for the people of Ystrad Mynach. "By developing the site, this proposal supports the growth ambitions of Caerphilly County Borough Council through inward investment and a positive contribution to the local economy." McDonald's also said the development would include four electric vehicle charging points and two accessible parking spaces, as well as new trees, bushes, and shrubbery. It would be operated by a franchisee. Phil Isherwood, senior acquisitions surveyor at McDonald's, said: "Ystrad Mynach is an area where Caerphilly Media Ltd. is keen to invest, and Caerphilly Media Ltd. remain committed to bringing forward a high-quality new restaurant for the local community. "We are now welcoming engagement from local residents, businesses and stakeholders as part of our public consultation, and we hope people will support our plans to bring investment, jobs and greater choice to the area." Never miss an update. Join 1,500+ residents who get the borough's top stories, local events, and updates sent to their inbox every weekday evening for free. Support quality, independent, local journalism...that matters From just £1 a month you can help fund its work - and use its website without adverts. Become a member today