Senior Developer for Social Media App (TypeScript, JavaScript, Expo, React Native)

Are you a seasoned developer with a passion for building impactful applications? We are looking for a Senior Developer to join our dynamic team and help us complete the final stretch of our innovative social media app. This app is not just another social platform; it's a new approach to social engagement, focusing on local connections and meaningful interactions, aiming to address social isolation and the negative impacts of traditional social media.

Key Responsibilities:

- Refactor existing code: Review, refine, and enhance the current codebase to ensure it is robust, efficient, and ready for scaling.
- Feature development: Collaborate closely with our team to add new features that will enrich user experience and engagement.
- App launch: Play a crucial role in the final stages of app development, leading up to the launch. If you haven't launched an app before, don't worry—we'll try our best to guide you towards the right path.
- Daily collaboration: Work actively with a team of passionate entrepreneurs, designers, and other developers. Adherence to deadlines, self-reliance, and a proactive attitude are key to succeeding in this role.

Required Expertise:

- Firebase and Google GCP
- Expo and React Native
Camera integration
- MapBox or other map-related work
- Cloud Computing (Google Compute Engine)
- REDIS for caching and database management
- Node.js for backend development
- API development for communication
- Sockets for chat-related functionality
- Scalability for large-scale apps

About the Project:

Our app is about 80% complete, and we are on the brink of entering the final stages of development. This isn't just a new app—it's a movement to combat loneliness, sadness, and depression by fostering real, local connections. Unlike mainstream social media, our platform frowns upon algorithms that drive superficial engagement and instead promotes genuine social interaction.

Why Join Us?

- Impactful Work: Be part of a project that aims to solve real societal problems.
- Supportive Team: Collaborate with a brilliant team that will help you bring your best work to life.

Timeline:

We are looking to reboot the development process within 1-2 weeks. If you are passionate about creating meaningful apps and have the expertise we need, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Please submit your application along with your portfolio showcasing apps you have previously shipped. We look forward to working with someone who shares our vision and enthusiasm for this project.