Development Lead; Remote, AS198

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As Development Lead
, you will take ownership of the technical direction and delivery of a mobile app and supporting platform at a pivotal early stage of the business. This is a highly hands‑on, product‑focused role where you will act as the lead engineer and technical owner, working closely with the CEO to turn vision into a scalable, high‑quality product.

This role suits someone who thrives in fast‑paced startup environments, is passionate about building products end‑to‑end, and is excited by the opportunity to grow into a senior leadership position as the company scales. The role is permanent, with long‑term growth potential and the possibility of equity.

• Take ownership of the technical leadership of the app and platform, acting as the primary decision‑maker for engineering and delivery.
• Lead the end‑to‑end development of new features across mobile applications (iOS and Android) and supporting backend services.
• Maintain and improve existing workflows, resolve bugs, and ensure a high‑quality, stable user experience.
• Work in a highly product‑driven way, translating the CEO’s vision into practical, scalable technical solutions.
• Immerse yourself in the product, users, and problem space to continuously improve the solution and suggest innovative ways to grow and evolve the platform.
• Balance front‑end and back‑end development responsibilities (approximately 50/50).
• Use modern development tooling, including AI‑assisted coding tools, to move quickly while maintaining quality.
• Operate autonomously while collaborating closely with the CEO and other contributors across the business.
• Lay the foundations for future technical growth, with the opportunity to shape engineering practices as the team expands.

• 4+ years of professional development experience, with the capability to operate at a senior or lead level in a startup environment.
• Strong experience in mobile app development for iOS and Android, delivering production‑ready applications.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of a product from a technical perspective, including feature delivery, refinement, and bug fixing.
• Hands‑on experience using AI‑assisted coding tools (e.g. Replit or similar “vibe/AI coding” platforms) to accelerate development.
• A strong product mindset, with the ability to think beyond code and focus on user value and business outcomes.
• High level of passion and commitment to the project, with a genuine interest in the product, its users, and its long‑term success.
• Comfortable working in an early‑stage startup with ambiguity, pace, and evolving priorities.

• Experience with AI coding tools beyond Replit, or a strong interest in experimenting with emerging AI‑assisted development workflows.
• Previous exposure to early‑stage startups or being an early technical hire.
• Experience contributing to product direction or informal product ownership alongside engineering delivery.
• Interest in growing into a broader leadership role as the company scales, potentially including equity participation.
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping and iterative product development.

• Fixed
  
  Shifts:
  
  12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
• No Weekend Work:
  Real work‑life balance, not just words
• Day 1 Benefits:
  Laptop and full medical insurance provided
• Support That Matters:
  Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
• True Belonging: A long‑term career where your contributions are valued

At Smart Working, you’ll never be just another remote hire.

Be a Smart Worker – valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition.

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