Solution Architect Intern

Part Time, Remote

About Us

Find Me is an innovative startup focused on creating cutting-edge applications. We are currently in the designing phase and gearing up to launch our product soon. Our team is passionate about technology and driven to make a difference in the IT field. Located in the United States, we offer remote work flexibility to our team members.

We are looking for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the development of a mobile application that delivers high performance, scalability, and security. The Solution Architect will collaborate with product managers, developers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to define the technical direction, architectural standards, and ensure the mobile app meets business objectives and user needs. You will be responsible for guiding the technical team through development, ensuring best practices, and making architectural decisions that align with the long-term product vision.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the architecture and design of mobile applications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and technical goals.
Define and document mobile application architecture, including data models, APIs, microservices, and backend systems.
Ensure the scalability, performance, and security of mobile applications across iOS and Android platforms.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and translate functional and technical requirements into well-architected mobile solutions.
Oversee the implementation of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to support mobile app functions such as authentication, data storage, and notifications.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, conducting code reviews and establishing coding standards.
Collaborate closely with DevOps to ensure a streamlined CI/CD pipeline, automated testing, and efficient deployment processes.
Ensure mobile apps are optimized for speed, performance, and user experience, with a focus on minimal resource consumption (battery, memory).
Address and mitigate security risks, ensuring compliance with data privacy laws and security best practices.
Stay updated on the latest mobile development trends, frameworks, and emerging technologies to guide future app development strategies.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in mobile app architecture and design.
Proficiency in mobile development frameworks and languages (e.g., Swift, Kotlin, React Native, Flutter, Java).
Solid understanding of backend services, microservices architecture, and APIs for mobile apps.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for mobile app development and deployment.
Strong knowledge of mobile app security, including encryption, authentication, and secure coding practices.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in designing and developing cross-platform mobile applications.
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, or GitLab CI/CD.
Prior experience in mobile app development in any domain is a plus.

Benefits

Gain hands-on experience in product management within a startup environment.
Opportunity to earn academic credits.
Chance to convert this internship into a full-time role based on performance.
Work with a dynamic and innovative team in a fast-growing startup.

Note: This is an unpaid internship with the possibility of academic credits and a potential full-time position based on performance