Lead Mobile Engineer – iOS, Edge AI & Emotion Detection at MoodMe About MoodMirror MoodMirror is on a mission to revolutionize mental wellness through emotionally intelligent technology. We are building the world’s first emotion AI video journal app—a powerful tool for those navigating mental health and well-being challenges. Powered by edge AI and ethical emotion detection, our platform brings deep self-insight, fosters reflection, and enables authentic connection. We are a purpose-driven, innovation-first startup. Our founding team shares a belief in building ethical AI systems that empower rather than exploit—and that true innovation is grounded in empathy, diversity, and user-centricity. Position Overview As our Lead Mobile Engineer, you'll lead the charge in bringing our AI-powered mobile experiences to life. You will own the technical vision, design, and implementation of our iOS application, leveraging the power of edge computing, AR, and emotion detection AI to deliver a transformative journaling experience. You’ll be working alongside our CEO and Marketing Teams to push the boundaries of what’s possible in mobile AI and contribute directly to a product with potential for global impact. If you are a top-tier mobile engineer, hands-on, entrepreneurial, and driven by mission as much as innovation, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities • Own and drive the development of MoodMirror’s mobile application and SDKs. • Implement real-time edge AI for emotion detection using front-facing camera streams. • Deliver smooth, intuitive, and secure UX/UI that respects privacy and enhances emotional awareness. • Collaborate with teams to bring AI + AR + design together in a seamless product. • Lead the technical decision-making process to ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability. • Guide, mentor, and potentially build a growing engineering team. • Stay ahead of emerging technologies, champion ethical AI, and continuously innovate. • Implement feedback loops and metrics to iterate on product features based on user insights. Qualifications • 6+ years of hands-on experience in mobile app development, ideally within venture-backed startups. • Deep expertise in iOS development (Swift); experience with Android is a plus. • Fluency in CoreML, ARKit, Vision framework, and working with camera streams. • Applied experience in edge-based machine learning, computer vision, or signal processing. • Strong grasp of data privacy and ethical handling of biometric data. • Proven track record building, launching, and scaling AI/AR apps from scratch. • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. • Portfolio demonstrates emotionally engaging and technically complex mobile apps. • Entrepreneurial spirit, with a bias for action and willingness to work with limited resources. • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent (Master’s preferred). Culture & Values At MoodMirror, we’re passionate about humanizing AI. Our culture is: • Diverse, inclusive, and impact-driven • Rooted in empathy, ethics, and transparency • Governed by a no-asshole policy • Supportive of deep personal growth and mental health • Built for those who believe in "no guts, no glory"—taking risks with purpose Why Join MoodMe • Purpose-driven mission with massive potential to impact global mental wellness • Cutting-edge tech stacks at the intersection of emotion AI, edge computing, and design • Founder equity and meaningful ownership from day one • Limitless growth opportunities in a startup built for builders • Empathetic leadership and a collaborative, inclusive team • Flexible hours and a healthy work-life balance culture Interview Process Submit Resume & Cover Letter: Email hr@mood-me.com with a tailored letter showcasing your fit, motivation, and experience. Application Review: We’ll carefully review to ensure a strong match. Technical Assessment OR First Interview: Depending on your background, we’ll either review a past project or invite you to a screening call. Final Interview: A deeper dive with our leadership team to align vision, skill, and fit.