Flutter Engineer

ForkStack.io partners with startups to transform early-stage ideas into scalable, production-ready products without the expense of a full in-house technology team. The company offers fractional CTO leadership, product strategy, technical architecture, and hands-on engineering support to guide projects from initial planning through successful launch. By working closely with founders, ForkStack.io enables teams to build faster, make informed technical decisions, and reduce risks throughout the product development lifecycle. This end-to-end approach allows startups to focus on their vision while confidently and efficiently scaling their technology.

The Flutter Engineer will be based full-time on-site in Karachi, collaborating closely with founders, product managers, and fellow engineers to develop and maintain high-quality mobile applications using Flutter. This role involves designing and implementing new features, writing clean and testable code, integrating APIs and back-end services, and optimizing app performance across both Android and iOS platforms. The engineer will actively participate in code reviews, contribute to technical architecture decisions, and uphold best practices in mobile UI/UX and security. Additionally, the role includes troubleshooting production issues, refining product requirements, and supporting the delivery of scalable, reliable solutions tailored for startup clients.

Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain mobile applications using Flutter for Android and iOS platforms.
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following modern development standards.
- Integrate RESTful APIs and back-end services to ensure seamless data flow and functionality.
- Optimize application performance and usability across multiple devices and platforms.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural and technical decision-making.
- Ensure adherence to best practices in mobile UI/UX design and application security.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including founders, product managers, and engineers.
- Support the delivery of scalable and reliable technology solutions for early-stage startups.

Required Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Computer Science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software design principles.
- Proficiency in programming and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), with experience in Dart and modern mobile development practices.
- Experience in software development and back-end web development, including working with RESTful APIs and basic database knowledge.
- Hands-on experience building and deploying Flutter applications on both Android and iOS platforms, with a focus on performance and usability.
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, automated testing frameworks, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) workflows.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively within a fast-paced startup environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure.
- Knowledge of scalable architectures and distributed systems is a plus.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with innovative startup founders and contribute to building impactful products from the ground up, within a dynamic and supportive environment.