Mobile Front-End Developer

Location: Hybrid (Remote first month, then office-based with flexible schedule) Type: Full-time Experience: All levels welcome (Fresh graduates to experienced developers) Compensation: Competitive based on experience Company Description Neuka AI is an AI-powered creative platform helping creators produce better content, faster. We're a fast-growing startup built by creators who understand the daily struggle of content creation. Our mobile app delivers AI-powered brainstorming, camera coaching, and photo analysis - all wrapped in a beautiful, intuitive interface. Role Description We're looking for passionate React Native developers who want to build a product that thousands of creators use daily. You'll work directly with our small team to create features that help creators succeed. What makes this role different: - You'll ONLY work on mobile app development (not random tasks outside your expertise) - No "wear multiple hats" pressure - we respect your focus and skill - Actual work-life balance (no midnight pings or weekend expectations) - If you're a fresher, you'll get proper mentorship and time to learn - We value quality code over rushing features If you love building mobile apps and want to grow in a healthy startup environment, this is for you. Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Coding (85%) - Build new features in React Native/Expo - Make the app faster and smoother - Create beautiful UI components - Connect to our backend API - Fix bugs and handle errors - Test on iOS and Android Teamwork (15%) - Chat with the team about what to build - Share ideas for improving the app - Ask questions and get help when needed - Keep everyone updated on your progress Our Tech Stack (You'll Learn What You Don't Know) What we use: - React Native with Expo (TypeScript) - React Navigation for screens - Firebase for analytics - Backend: Python API (you don't need to touch this) - Expo Camera, Image Picker, Notifications - Git/GitHub Who We're Looking For For Fresh Graduates / Entry-Level: - You've built at least 1-2 React Native projects (even personal projects count) - Basic JavaScript/TypeScript knowledge - You understand React hooks and components - Excited to learn and grow - Good communication skills - Passionate about mobile development For Experienced Developers (1-3+ years): - Built and shipped React Native apps before - Comfortable with TypeScript and React patterns - Experience with app stores (iOS/Android publishing) - Can work independently and mentor others - Performance optimization experience is a plus What matters most to us: - Attitude over experience: We'd rather hire someone eager to learn than someone with credentials but no passion - Clean code: You care about writing code that others can understand - Communication: You can explain what you're working on and ask for help when stuck - Reliability: You do what you say you'll do Bonus points (not required): - You've published an app on App Store or Play Store - Experience with Expo or Firebase - Interest in creator tools - You create content yourself (Instagram/LinkedIn/TikTok) Why Are We Different from Other Startups We're serious about healthy work culture: ✅ You'll ONLY do mobile development (no random marketing tasks, customer support, or "just help with this one thing") ✅ No crunch culture: We plan realistic timelines and respect your personal time ✅ No late-night messages: We use async communication - respond during work hours ✅ Real mentorship for freshers: Pair programming, code reviews, and dedicated learning time ✅ Clear expectations: Your job is mobile dev. That's it. ✅ Actual work-life balance: We don't glorify burnout What you'll get: - Hybrid work model with flexible hours (remote onboarding, then office-based) - Join our growing team of developers and creators - See your code impact thousands of creators daily - Latest tools and setup you need - Grow your skills in AI-powered mobile apps - Meaningful equity in what you're building - Professional development budget for learning - As the company expands, additional benefits kick in (health insurance, performance bonuses, etc.) - If you choose to work weekends, you'll get paid overtime (completely optional - we respect your time) What We Don't Do (Unlike Other Startups) ❌ "Wear multiple hats" (code + sales + design + whatever) ❌ Weekend deployments or midnight emergencies ❌ Vague job scope that keeps expanding ❌ Expect you to know everything on day 1 ❌ Micromanagement ❌ Unpaid overtime disguised as "startup hustle" The Interview Process (We Keep It Simple) 1. Application Review: We'll check your projects and resume 2. Quick Chat (30 min): Let's go over your skills and what you've built 3. Mini Coding Task (2-3 hours): We’ll give you a task allowing you to showcase your creativity 4. Final Interview (30 min) 5. Decision: We'll let you know within 3-5 days How to Apply For Fresh Graduates / Students: Send us: 1. Your resume and GitHub profile 2. Links to 1-2 React Native projects you've built (even if they're simple) 3. A short note (5-10 sentences) about: - Why you want to build mobile apps - What you're most excited to learn - Why Neuka's mission interests you For Experienced Developers: Send us: 1. Your resume and GitHub profile 2. Links to apps you've built (App Store/Play Store or demo videos) 3. Brief explanation of: - Your favorite project and why - One technical challenge you solved - What you're looking for in your next role Email: careers@neukaai.com Subject: Mobile Developer - [Your Name] - [Fresh Grad/Experienced] We're excited to meet talented developers who share our vision of empowering creators. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, if you're passionate about building great mobile apps in a healthy work environment, we'd love to hear from you