Founding Mobile Engineer / Mobile Lead

Remote $4k - $6k middle 3 months ago full-time
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Role in brief

Karta.io is seeking a Founding Mobile Engineer to build a stablecoin wallet for global crypto transactions. This role suits a mid-level mobile developer with fintech experience, ready to lead development and team growth.

About the role

This role focuses on developing a mobile stablecoin wallet, enabling users to manage crypto transactions across more than 150 countries. The core task involves creating a secure and functional application for receiving, storing, and sending funds via crypto rails. Success in this position means delivering a robust mobile platform that facilitates seamless global financial operations for users.

As a founding engineer, you will be instrumental in the initial development phases, including technology stack selection and implementing security measures crucial for a fintech product. The role requires a candidate who can not only write code but also contribute to the architectural decisions that will shape the product's future. This involves a blend of hands-on development and strategic planning.

Beyond technical execution, this position includes leadership responsibilities, specifically in building and developing a mobile team. This means setting technical standards, mentoring future team members, and ensuring the product vision aligns with the technical implementation. The ideal candidate will combine deep mobile development expertise with an aptitude for team leadership and strategic product development.

The listed monthly salary for this role is between $4,000 and $6,000 USD.

Skills that matter here

  • commercial mobile development: The role requires at least four years of experience in building mobile applications for a commercial environment.
  • fintech, crypto wallet, or neobank: Experience in these sectors is essential, as the product is a stablecoin wallet operating in the financial technology space.
  • security in the fintech context: Understanding and implementing security protocols relevant to financial technology is critical for protecting user assets and data.
  • building or developing a mobile team: This role includes responsibilities for growing and guiding the mobile development team as the company scales.
  • stack selection and solution protection: The engineer will be involved in choosing the appropriate technologies and ensuring the mobile solution is robust and secure.
  • AI Coding Tools: Daily practice with AI coding tools is a requirement for this position, indicating a modern development approach.

Who this role suits

  • A mobile developer with a background in fintech or crypto looking to take on foundational development and team-building responsibilities.
  • Someone who prioritizes security in financial applications and can make informed decisions on technology stack.
  • An individual comfortable with both hands-on coding and the strategic aspects of product development and team growth.
  • A candidate who communicates effectively in written English and is proficient with modern AI coding tools.

From the employer

Requirements

  • 4+ years of commercial mobile development
  • Experience in fintech, crypto wallet, or neobank
  • Understanding of security in the fintech context
  • Experience in building or developing a mobile team
  • Experience in stack selection and solution protection
  • Daily practice with AI Coding Tools
  • English — written communication without barriers

Questions about this role

What is the remote work policy for this role?

This is a fully remote position, allowing candidates to work from any location.

What level of seniority is expected for this position?

This role is for a middle-level professional, combining individual contribution with leadership potential.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary for this role is between $4,000 and $6,000 USD per month.

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