Founding Mobile Engineer

Teachmecode; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech firm is seeking a Founding Mobile Engineer in Abu Dhabi to design and develop cutting-edge mobile applications. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in mobile development, with a strong background in AI integration and a passion for creating user-centric solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a world-class mobile engineering team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in mobile development.
• Strong portfolio of iOS or Android applications.
• Familiarity with integrating AI/ML models into mobile apps.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and launch flagship mobile applications for iOS and Android.
• Define technical architecture for cross-platform GenAI products.
• Lead end-to-end mobile development lifecycle.

Skills

Mobile development

Collaboration

AI integration

User experience design

Tools

Swift

Kotlin

Flutter

React Native

Job description

AI71 seeks a Founding Mobile Engineer to design cross-platform apps, integrate AI models, and lead development in a cutting-edge, collaborative, and innovative environment.

Overview

AI71 is an applied research team dedicated to creating helpful and responsible AI agents for knowledge workers. Working closely with our industry partners, our cross-functional teams of AI experts build products grounded in the cutting edge research of our colleagues from the Technology Innovation Institute (TII).

What You'll Do

• Build from Scratch: Design, develop, and launch our flagship mobile applications for both iOS and Android platforms.
• Architect Solutions: Define the technical architecture for cross-platform GenAI products, ensuring scalability, performance, and a seamless user experience.
• Integrate AI Models: Work closely with our AI / ML team to integrate Generative AI models into the mobile experience, optimizing for performance and usability.
• Lead Development: Own the end-to-end mobile development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, including prototyping, coding, testing, and iteration.
• Shape the Product: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define and refine product features and functionality.
• Establish Standards: Set up best practices for mobile development, including CI / CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and coding standards.
• Grow the Team: Help build and mentor a world-class mobile engineering team as the company scales.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a visionary engineer who is :

• Experienced: 5+ years of hands-on experience in mobile development with a strong portfolio of iOS or Android applications. Proficiency in Swift, Kotlin, or cross-platform frameworks like Flutter or React Native.
• AI-Savvy: Familiarity with integrating AI / ML models into mobile applications, including working with APIs like TensorFlow Lite, Core ML, or ONNX.
• A Builder: Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment, with experience building products from the ground up.
• Technically Strong: Deep understanding of mobile app architecture, performance optimization, and platform-specific best practices.
• User-Centric: Passionate about creating intuitive, delightful user experiences powered by advanced technology.
• Collaborative: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Innovative: Excited about the potential of Generative AI and eager to push the boundaries of what's possible.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with GenAI tools like OpenAI, Hugging Face, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of backend systems and APIs to support mobile applications.
• Prior experience in a founding or early-stage startup role.