Mobile Application Developer
Listing checked July 7, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
This remote contract role is for a Mobile Application Developer who will use your hands-on coding skills to help build the next generation of AI systems. Your daily work—designing, building, and refining mobile apps—directly contributes to training models how to learn and reason. You don’t need prior AI experience; what matters is your deep knowledge of mobile development and a passion for quality.
What You'll Do6
- 1Design, build, test, and ship mobile applications using modern cross-platform frameworks like React Native and Flutter.
- 2Work closely with product, design, and backend teams to define features and deliver them iteratively within an Agile workflow.
- 3Fine-tune app performance, scalability, and user experience to ensure smooth, responsive interfaces.
- 4Connect mobile apps to backend services by integrating RESTful APIs securely and efficiently.
- 5Participate in peer code reviews, keeping code maintainable, well-documented, and aligned with best practices.
- 6Stay current with industry trends, new tools, and evolving mobile development standards to continuously improve your work.
Requirements6
- 1Proven hands-on experience building iOS apps with Swift and Android apps with Kotlin or Java.
- 2Working knowledge of cross-platform development using either React Native or Flutter.
- 3Solid grasp of UI/UX principles—you can create visually appealing, intuitive interfaces that users love.
- 4Practical experience integrating REST APIs and connecting mobile applications to backend services.
- 5Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a remote, distributed team.
- 6Self-motivated and able to manage your own time, deliver on commitments, and work independently from any location.
Who Should Apply
We’re looking for a mobile developer who is curious about how their work can shape AI model training. You enjoy building polished apps across iOS and Android, are comfortable with both native and cross-platform stacks, and care deeply about code quality. If you’re excited by the idea of seeing your app code directly improve how a machine learns, this role is for you.
Salary Insight
Hourly rate ranges from $30 to $130/hour, depending on experience and skill level.
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