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We are searching for a Senior Level iOS Software Engineer to join our Engineering Team. They are an individual contributor, self-directed, able to work with minimal supervision, and is typically expected to take on the most difficult technical challenges.

The Senior

Engineer will contribute to the technical direction, supporting the Principal Engineers/Architects in defining the technology strategy and implementation. The iOS Mobile Senior Engineer contributes to mobile strategy, architecture, best practices, and choice of tools and technology stack across iOS app platforms, supporting mobile backend APIs, mobile CI/CD tools, and testing automation. They ensure technical execution and release of CNN’s mobile apps to end consumers.

They partner with Product, Design and Delivery Leaders to help teams deliver on product initiatives and operational execution. CNN’s New Business engineering team is looking for a Senior iOS Engineer to help build innovative DTC mobile apps. We’re focused on creating new, standalone products beyond news – experiences that enrich our user’s lives and drive the subscription business.

You’ll play a key role in shaping the technical direction of our iOS apps, from rapid prototyping to production delivery. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners to build engaging products our customers love,



while contributing to a codebase and engineering culture you’re proud of. Provide support and development of software tools and procedures to extend and enhance the core production pipeline Work with multiple departments, including Product, Design, Delivery, Editorial and Engineering to implement CNN Digital consumer experience solutions and apps Assist with troubleshooting production problems, root cause analysis, and debugging Development and maintenance of existing production systems supporting CNN’s digital ecosystem Ensure software development follows industry best practices, policies and guidelines.

Specifically, ensuring that technical solutions are in line with established CNN Digital strategy, standards in respect to architecture, security, corporate governance, coding standards, monitoring, logging, unit test, and service enablement BS/MS in computer science (or equivalent) Demonstrated advanced understanding of troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, application design, solution development, human factors/usability design, and implementation of projects for major business units or the enterprise Robust foundation in programming fundamentals such as data structures and algorithms Demonstrated expert knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, and architecture, specifically experience architecting performant, scalable, and secure mobile apps.



Hands-on experience with mobile DevOps CI/CD tools and implementing best practices, including automation of deployment, code signing tools and automated tests. Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with technical and non-technical cross-functional teams Experience building flexible software architecture to accommodate shifting business needs Knowledge of Cloud Computing platforms such as Amazon AWS General familiarity with database technologies (SQL/RDBMS, NoSQL, GraphDB, etc.) Championing Inclusion at WBD Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance.

Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

📌 Senior Mobile Software Engineer (Ottawa)
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