Founding iOS Engineer

San Francisco Bay Area New York remote Until 8/21/2026 4+ years exp First posted May 25, 2026 Last posted May 25, 2026
Job description

tl;dr

Riley is looking for an experienced iOS to join our team! You'll play a key role in building our foundational mobile app from the ground up, helping to provide personalized insights and reduce stress for new parents. Exceptional communication skills and a proactive attitude are essential.


Skills and Experience at-a-Glance:

  • 4-5 years of experience building mobile apps, specifically iOS
  • Fluency in SwiftUI/UIKit
  • Exceptional communication ability
  • Proactive and dedicated mindset


About Riley:

Riley is a first-of-its-kind AI companion for parents that offers personalized recommendations and guidance for families navigating the pivotal first year of their child's life and beyond. Our mission is to provide a supportive, intelligent app that acts as a one-stop-shop for any task, question, or need that parents may have by offering personalized advice and insights based on the best available data.


We are a small but mighty team, comprised of a technical founder, design lead, and founding engineers.


Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience and advanced skills in:

  • Mobile App Development: Demonstrated mastery in building iOS applications.
  • Backend Integration: Experience with connecting mobile apps to backend services.
  • UI/UX Design: Ability to implement clean and responsive user interfaces.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication for both daily engagement and documentation.


Additional Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Math, Engineering,Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience leading and building remote engineering teams is highly desirable.
  • A proactive and dedicated mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced, early-stage environment.


Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain the foundational iOS app using Swift.
  • Collaborate with the backend team to integrate services.
  • Develop and enhance the user interface for a seamless user experience.
  • Ensure the app's performance, quality, and responsiveness.
  • Communicate effectively with the team, providing clear documentation and project walkthroughs.
  • Balance elegant and general code with speed and product goals.


On Offer:

  • Competitive salary plus equity.
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.
  • Unlimited vacation (mandatory 15 days).
  • Mentorship in both tech and business, including budget for personal and professional growth.


We're excited to hear from you!

About this role

Summary

Build and maintain iOS app, integrate backend, enhance UI, ensure performance.

Job title

Founding iOS Engineer

Experience level

4-5 years

Minimum experience

4+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Remote options; San Francisco Bay Area or New York preferred.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

SwiftUI/UX designbackend integrationcommunication

Preferred skills

remote team leadershipearly-stage environment

Specializations

iOSSwiftUIUIKitmobile app developmentbackend integration
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

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Remote

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Remote