Mobile Developer (FULL STACK)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're building the next generation of AI-powered personal assistant technology. Join us in creating an innovative platform that democratizes AI expertise and makes knowledge accessible to millions of Indians. This role requires a versatile developer who can work across the full mobile stack and contribute to backend integration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Mobile Development (70%):

• Design and develop high-performance React Native applications for iOS and Android platforms
• Implement real-time AI features including streaming chat, voice interactions, and multi-modal processing
• Build intuitive UI/UX for complex AI features (chat interfaces, voice recording, video capture)
• Integrate with device capabilities: camera, microphone, file system, notifications
• Implement offline-first architecture with smart synchronization
• Optimize app performance for low-end devices and poor network conditions
• Handle state management for complex application flows
• Implement secure authentication and authorization flows
• Build reusable component libraries and maintain design system

Backend Integration (30%):

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for mobile-backend communication
• Implement WebSocket connections for real-time features
• Design efficient data synchronization strategies
• Build Node.js/Express microservices for mobile-specific needs
• Integrate third-party APIs (OpenAI, voice services, payment gateways)
• Implement caching strategies (Redis) for performance
• Handle file upload/download with progress tracking
• Build analytics and tracking systems

Cross-functional:

• Collaborate with AI engineers to integrate ML models
• Work with designers to implement pixel-perfect UIs
• Participate in architecture decisions and technical planning
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
• Write comprehensive technical documentation
• Participate in agile ceremonies and sprint planning

MUST-HAVE TECHNICAL SKILLS

Mobile Development:

• ✅

  3-5 years of React Native development experience

  with production apps on App Store and Play Store
• ✅ Strong proficiency in

  JavaScript/TypeScript

• ✅ Deep understanding of React concepts

  : hooks, context, lifecycle, performance optimization
• ✅ Experience with

  React Native navigation

  (React Navigation / React Native Navigation)
• ✅

  State management

  : Redux Toolkit, Zustand, or MobX
• ✅

  Native module integration

  : bridging iOS (Swift/Objective-C) and Android (Java/Kotlin) code
• ✅ Experience with

  native build tools

  : Xcode, Android Studio, Gradle
• ✅

  API integration

  : REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSocket
• ✅

  Real-time features

  : WebRTC, Socket.io
• ✅

  Local storage

  : AsyncStorage, SQLite, Realm
• ✅

  Testing

  : Jest, React Native Testing Library, Detox

Backend Development:

• ✅

  Node.js + Express

  or

  NestJS

  for API development
• ✅

  Database experience

  : PostgreSQL, MongoDB
• ✅

  Authentication

  : JWT, OAuth 2.0, session management
• ✅ Strong understanding of

  RESTful API design principles

• ✅ Experience with cloud services

  : AWS S3, Firebase, or Google Cloud
• ✅

  Version control

  : Git, GitHub/GitLab workflows

Mobile-Specific Expertise:

• 🎙️

  Audio/Video processing

  : Recording, streaming, playback
• 📱

  Device APIs

  : Camera, microphone, file system, sensors
• 🔔

  Push notifications

  : FCM, APNs
• 💳

  Payment integration

  : Razorpay, Stripe, in-app purchases
• 📊

  Analytics

  : Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel, custom event tracking
• 🔒

  Security

  : Secure storage, encryption, SSL pinning

HIGHLY DESIRABLE SKILLS

• AI/ML Integration experience

  : Working with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic), streaming responses

• Voice technology

  : Speech-to-text, text-to-speech, voice activity detection

• React Native libraries

  : expo-speech, @react-native-voice/voice, react-native-fs

• Performance optimization

  : Profiling, memory management, bundle size reduction

• CI/CD

  : Fastlane, App Center, GitHub Actions for mobile

• Deep linking & universal links

  implementation

• Offline-first architecture

  with conflict resolution

• Animation libraries

  : Reanimated 2, Lottie

• Cross-platform considerations

  : Platform-specific code, responsive design

• App Store optimization

  : Submission processes, compliance, ASO

TECHNICAL CHALLENGES YOU'LL SOLVE

1. Building smooth, responsive UI for AI streaming responses
2. Implementing efficient voice recording and processing in mobile environment
3. Managing complex application state across real-time AI interactions
4. Optimizing for Indian market: low bandwidth, varied devices, multiple languages
5. Creating seamless offline-to-online transitions
6. Building secure, scalable file upload systems for documents/media
7. Implementing real-time voice/video call features with AI integration

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of professional mobile development experience

• At least 2 production React Native apps

  published on both platforms
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and in team settings
• Portfolio/GitHub demonstrating mobile projects

Preferred:

• Experience in AI/ML product development
• Contributions to open-source mobile projects
• Experience with fintech or edtech products
• Understanding of Indian market requirements
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies

WHAT WE OFFER

Compensation:

• Competitive salary: ₹8-13 LPA

  (negotiable based on experience and expertise)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Stock options (ESOP) in growing startup
• Annual salary reviews

Growth Opportunities:

• Work on cutting-edge AI technology
• Rapid career growth in fast-paced startup
• Opportunity to lead mobile engineering team
• Direct impact on product direction
• Exposure to full product development lifecycle

HIRING PROCESS

1. Resume screening

   (2-3 days)

2. Technical phone screen

   (45 mins) - React Native concepts, system design

3. Take-home assignment

   (3-4 hours) - Build a feature-complete mobile app

4. Technical interview

   (2 hours) - Live coding, architecture discussion

5. Final interview

   (1 hour) - Team fit, culture, career goals

6. Offer

   (2-3 days)