Chief Technology Officer


Voicebox is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Chief Technology Officer to join our team and help us continue to build and enhance our social media app for sharing voice notes. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a cutting-edge platform that connects users through voice communication.


In the early stages of the company, the CTO will act as the lead mobile app developer. An MVP has been built, so current workload will consist of maintaining the app, troubleshooting bugs, and working with the rest of the team to plan, design, and develop future iterations of the app.


If you are only experienced in one of Android or iOS, you can still apply!

Voicebox is a social media app dedicated to sharing voice notes. Users can record or upload audio of up to 2 minutes and share with their listeners as well as with the world. They can also listen to what their friends are talking about and discover new voices.

Responsibilities


    • Develop and Maintain Mobile Applications: Design, develop, and maintain the iOS and Android versions of our social media app using Swift and Java/Kotlin, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and overall user experience.
    • Backend Development: Work on the backend infrastructure using NodeJS with the Express framework to support the mobile app, including server-side logic, database management, and API integration in JSON format.
    • Web Admin Panel: Develop and maintain a web-based admin panel using Codeigniter or Laravel with PHP for managing app content, user accounts, and analytics.
    • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to define, design, and ship new features.
    • Bug Fixing and Performance Optimization: Identify and fix bugs, and optimize app performance for speed and scalability.
    • Stay Updated with Industry Trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in mobile development.

Requirements


    • Proven Experience: At least 3 years of experience in mobile app development. If you don’t meet this criteria, you can still apply with a strong portfolio of iOS and Android applications.
    • iOS Development: Proficiency in Swift and experience with Xcode and iOS frameworks such as Core Data, Core Animation, and Core Graphics.
    • Android Development: Proficiency in Java and Kotlin, and experience with Android Studio and Android SDK.
    • Backend Development: Experience with NodeJS and the Express framework for server-side development.
    • Database Management: Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases such as MySQL and MongoDB.
    • Web Development: Experience in developing web admin panels using Codeigniter or Laravel with PHP.
    • API Integration: Experience with RESTful APIs and JSON format for data exchange.
    • Version Control: Proficiency in using version control systems like Git.
    • Experience with Voice Communication: Familiarity with voice processing, recording, and playback functionalities.
    • Cloud Services: Experience with cloud services like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
    • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Team Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

     

    Most importantly, you must be dedicated to the cause. If you are passionate about social media and excited to embark into the future of social audio, you will make a great fit for this role!

Benefits


    • Equity Compensation: Voicebox is currently self-funded, so all compensation will be equity at this point in time.
    • Flexible Work Environment: Work from anywhere in the United States.

How to Apply


    If you are passionate about mobile app development and are excited about building a social media platform centered around voice communication, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and portfolio to talent@voicebox.app.