iOS Engineer

is a platform that makes it easy to compare news sources, read between the lines of media bias and break free from algorithms.

Unlike most news companies, our values do not align with any specific political ideology. Unlike most tech platforms, we don’t rely on algorithms to keep users on our platform to sell more ads. We are supported by our readers who pay for a subscription to think freely, build a more nuanced understanding of the news, the world, and themselves.

The Opportunity :

As an iOS Engineer at , you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how millions of readers discover, navigate, and compare the news. You’ll work closely with our Head of Mobile and engineering team to design, build, and optimize features that empower our users to see every side of the story.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll bring fresh ideas to a fast‑growing consumer app, balancing technical excellence with a deep care for user experience. From performance optimization to building new discovery features, your work will directly impact how people engage with the world’s news.

What you’ll do :

• Develop, maintain, and optimize the Ground News iOS app using Swift and modern iOS frameworks.
• Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to deliver seamless and intuitive user experiences.
• Drive performance improvements, ensuring the app runs smoothly at scale across devices.
• Design and implement new features, from article discovery to personalized user tools, that make the news more transparent and accessible.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions, contributing to iOS engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues with a focus on quality.

What you’ll bring :

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Why Ground?

Co‑founded by a former NASA engineer and Bain consultant, a position with Ground News provides an unparalleled learning experience both personally and professionally. At Ground, we prioritize growth : both for our business and team members. You’ll have the freedom to work remotely and play a key role in the development of Ground News products.

This is an opportunity to work with a growing and mighty team that is committed to building a world where cooperative, civil debate is the norm, media is accountable, and critical thought is the baseline of our information consumption. Ground is based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, but this role is remote across Canada.

The salary range for this role is $108,000 – $135,000 – $162,000 CAD (min–mid–max). Your final offer will take into account various factors, including your skills, experience, qualifications, and internal parity.

What you’ll enjoy at Ground News :

Ground News is an equitable workplace and we take pride in being a harassment‑free and discrimination‑free space for everyone. Our culture is one of collaboration, creativity, and diverse perspectives.

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