We are redefining how people get stronger and are hiring for a critical role to expand our Engineering team.
Engineering at Ladder is about innovating and elevating the quality of our products so people can rely on us throughout their fitness journey. It's about building something members can't live without—something that will last for generations.
The TLDR
- Ladder is the #1 strength & conditioning app on iOS — We deliver custom weekly workout plans with in-workout coaching, progress tracking, and a tight-knit fitness community.
- HQ in Austin, TX — We love local, but remote is an option if you're in US time zones.
- We are on FIRE - $60M ARR ($3M in 2023); 4.9 stars (100k+ ratings) and Apple Editors' Choice Award
- Tier 1 Investors - 2024 Series B led by Point72, plus a $100M growth capital commitment from General Catalyst; early investors include Jorge Mazal (former CPO @ Duolingo), Gina Gotthilf (former VP Growth @ Duolingo), Conner Zwick (CEO @ Speak AI), Ed Hallen (Cofounder @ Klavio), Des Traynor (Cofounder @ Intercom), Doss Cunningham (CEO @ Nutrabolt / C4 Energy), Bill Shufelt (CEO @ Athletic Brew Co.), Patrick O'Shaughnessy (Invest Like The Best).
- You're a top-tier Engineer — experienced, hungry, and obsessive about building world-class product experiences.
- You'll craft and own experiences changing fitness — architecting elegant, scalable solutions, optimizing developer workflows, and elevating both product quality and team standards
About Ladder
Ladder | Your Daily Workout Plan
Ladder launched in 2020 to reinvent strength training for everyday athletes. We're a lean, high-output team of veteran builders focused on solving real customer problems and creating the most rewarding fitness experience anywhere.
We've scaled fast — thanks to strong retention, smart unit economics, and a product people love. With fresh capital, momentum, and a bold vision to expand beyond fitness, we're building something your kids will brag about.
We keep the bar high. We trust our people. And we have fun while doing it.
What You'll Do
Build & Ship
Architect, develop, and ship high-performance iOS features in Swift (SwiftUI / UIKit)Work to build a modular design system to keep development fast and scalableBuild for the latest OS's and utilizes the latest frameworks and platform capabilitiesEngage in architectural discussions to improve codebase healthExecution & Collaboration
Work closely with designers to craft delightful user experiencesWork together to build thoughtful, scalable solutionsMove fast without sacrificing qualityThe DNA We're Looking For
You're a Senior iOS engineer who blends relentless pursuit of quality with a pragmatic, product-focused mindset. You thrive in small teams, love to sweat the details, and are energized by building tools and platforms that empower both users and fellow engineers.
The Foundation
5+ years of iOS development experience with deep expertise in Swift and the iOS ecosystemStrong grasp of app architecture, performance optimization, and modern build systemsStartup experience preferred - you thrive in fast-paced, high-agency environmentsThe Mindset
Craftsperson – You care deeply about product quality, elegant code, and getting the details rightBuilder's mentality – You're energized by ownership, autonomy, and moving fast with a small, talented teamPragmatic Engineer – You balance the “perfect” solution with realism for shipping a product.High agency - you don't wait for permission to solve problemsBonus Points
Fitness / wellness industry experience or passionPassion for education, productivity, or tool-buildingPassion for codeWhy Join Ladder?
The Business
Well Capitalized (Series B); join before our Series C!Profitable unit economics with disciplined growthBig ambition : building a household name beyond fitness that our peers and children recognize in a decadeThe Culture
High-performing team that wins the right wayLet you cook if you have the chops” environmentVeteran team focused on customer problems and fast executionThe Benefits
Competitive salary + meaningful equityFull health benefits (medical, dental, vision)Unlimited PTOBrand new equipmentAustin HQ with remote flexibility (US time zones)Free Ladder membership for you and your familyFully-stocked gym and studio accessReady to Build the Future of Fitness?
If you're an engineer who thrives in a high-agency environment and wants to help shape the future of fitness — we'd love to meet you.