Senior Mobile App Developer (iOS + Android)

About the Project

We’re building a cross-platform photo editing app for iOS and Android with high-performance editing tools, advanced color grading, and a premium user experience similar to VSCO.

What You’ll Be Building

  • Real-time image preview with advanced filters and LUT-based looks
  • Custom sliders for exposure, contrast, temperature, grain, and halation effects
  • RAW/DNG file import and editing
  • GPU-accelerated rendering for smooth performance
  • Before/After comparison toggle
  • Cropping, aspect ratio adjustments, and export options
  • Subscription-based monetization (monthly and yearly plans)
  • User account system (optional cloud sync for presets and favorites)

Required Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience building photo or video editing apps (portfolio or App Store / Google Play links required)
  • Proficiency in Flutter or React Native (or native Swift / Kotlin)
  • Strong understanding of GPU-based image processing (Metal, OpenGL ES, or similar)
  • Experience with RAW/DNG decoding and processing
  • Familiarity with LUTs, tone curves, and color grading pipelines
  • Experience integrating in-app subscriptions and secure payment flows
  • Strong UI/UX implementation skills for creative tools
  • Ability to optimize for performance and memory usage on mobile devices

What We Provide

  • Clear design direction and UI/UX mockups
  • Defined feature set and roadmap
  • Access to reference apps, technical requirements, and sample LUTs
  • Ongoing feedback and collaboration

Contract Details

  • Remote with flexible hours
  • Competitive project-based or hourly rate
  • Opportunity for ongoing work and feature expansions after initial release

How to Apply

Send the following to contact@retrofi.co:

  1. Links to apps you’ve built that include photo editing or image processing features
  2. Brief description of your experience with GPU rendering or similar technologies
  3. Your preferred tech stack (Flutter, React Native, or native)
  4. Your availability and estimated timeline for a project of this scope

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