Full Stack Engineer, Mobile

Shift Robotics, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Options programs

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Sick and vacation time

Flex time for salary positions

Paid holidays

Massive growth opportunities

Casual work environment

Job summary

Shift Robotics, Inc. is seeking a Mobile & Full-Stack Engineer in Austin, Texas, to bridge the gap between hardware and cloud infrastructure. This role involves end-to-end development across mobile platforms, managing backends, and implementing robust security features.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of mobile app development experience, a strong grasp of Kotlin and Swift, and familiarity with cloud services and Bluetooth protocols. The position offers growth opportunities and a casual work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional mobile app development experience.
• Strong, foundational knowledge of Swift and Kotlin.
• Proven experience with BLE APIs and hardware communication.
• Hands-on experience with cloud services.
• Familiarity with the mobile deployment lifecycle and CI/CD pipelines.
• Comfort using AI-assisted coding tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain high-performance applications for iOS and Android.
• Work deeply with Bluetooth/BLE technologies on mobile apps.
• Integrate and manage backends using cloud services.
• Implement robust security features for user authentication and data protection.
• Leverage AI tools to accelerate development processes.
• Develop and optimize APIs for mobile functionality.
• Collaborate with teams to bring products from concept to users.

Skills

Mobile app development

Kotlin

Swift

Bluetooth/BLE protocols

Cloud services (GCP, AWS)

AI tools for development

API development

Job description

We are looking for a versatile, forward-thinkingMobile & Full-Stack Engineerwho loves bridging the gap between hardware, mobile platforms, and cloud infrastructure. You aren’t just a mobile developer; you understand the entire app lifecycle, from DevOps pipelines to backend services.

We value strong engineering fundamentals in native technologies (Kotlin and Swift), but we are highly progressive—we embrace modern workflows, actively encourage the leverage ofAI toolsto speed up development, and are open-minded toward cross-platform ideas.

If you love deep-diving into Bluetooth/BLE protocols one day, deploying cloud functions the next, and utilizing cutting-edge AI to automate the boring stuff, we want to talk to you.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Platform & Native Development:Design, build, and maintain high-performance applications for both iOS and Android, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Hardware Interfacing:Work deeply with Bluetooth/BLE technologies on mobile apps to interact securely and reliably with embedded devices.
• Full-Stack & DevOps Ownership:Integrate and manage backends using Cloud (e.g. GCP, AWS...etc.) services. Own the app-related lifecycle, including CI/CD pipelines and deployment automated testing.
• End-to-End Security:Implement robust security features, including user authentication, backend service authorization, and encrypted Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware upgrades.
• AI-Driven Efficiency:Actively leverage AI development tools (e.g., Cursor, LLMs) to accelerate prototyping, code generation, debugging, and documentation.
• API Crafting:Develop and optimize APIs to support robust mobile functionality.
• Collaborate & Innovate:Partner with hardware teams and UI/UX designers to bring products from concept to the hands of users.

• Experience:3+ years of professional mobile app development experience with a strong portfolio of shipped apps in the App Store and Google Play.
• Language Mastery:Strong, foundational knowledge ofSwiftandKotlin(Native Android/iOS development).
• IoT/Wireless Tech:Proven experience working with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) APIs and hardware-to-mobile communication.
• Cloud & Infrastructure:Hands-on experience withCloud (e.g. GCP, AWS...etc.) (or similar cloud ecosystems) for backend services.
• Lifecycle & DevOps:Familiarity with the mobile deployment lifecycle, including App Store Connect, Google Play Console, and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Fastlane, Gitlab Runner...etc).
• AI Tooling:Comfort and efficiency using AI-assisted coding tools to maximize output.
• Core CS Fundamentals:Strong grasp of RESTful APIs, OOP design principles, application security, and clean architecture.
• Bonus (Nice-to-have):Experience with, or a strong interest in,Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)or other cross-platform strategies.

• Opportunities for participation in our Employee Options programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Massive Growth Opportunities and a long-term career
• Casual and comfortable work environment