Alyke

About the Company:

Alyke, recognized as India's first friendship app, is revolutionizing the way people find friends online through its innovative matching algorithm. Alyke has quickly gained traction, surpassing 1 million users. This platform uniquely connects individuals based on shared interests and proximity and stands out for its commitment to creating a secure environment that encourages users to express themselves freely. Joining Alyke offers the chance to be part of an innovative team dedicated to reshaping the landscape of social connections.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Quality Assurance (QA) at Alyke, you will lead the QA team to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. You will be responsible for developing and implementing QA strategies, overseeing all aspects of quality assurance including establishing metrics, applying industry best practices, and developing new tools and processes to ensure quality goals are met. This role requires a combination of strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of QA methodologies in a fast-paced startup environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Senior QA Engineer with strong experience in mobile application testing and automation to join our fast-paced product team. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of Alyke by ensuring our Android and iOS apps are robust, scalable, and delightful to use. You’ll be instrumental in establishing strong testing practices, mentoring junior QAs, and driving test automation across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute test plans and detailed test cases for mobile and web applications.
• Own test automation strategy and execution for Alyke’s mobile apps (iOS & Android) — strong hands-on experience in Appium is a must.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and designers to ensure high-quality releases.
• Lead efforts on regression, performance, exploratory, smoke, and compatibility testing.
• Build and maintain test frameworks and CI/CD integrations to ensure faster release cycles.
• Triage issues effectively and ensure that critical bugs are identified, documented, and resolved.
• Mentor junior QA team members and help instill a quality-first mindset across the engineering team.
• Analyze logs, crashes, and performance metrics to detect edge cases and instability.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in software testing, with a strong focus on mobile app testing.
• Strong command of automated testing tools like Appium (required), Selenium, TestNG, or similar.
• Hands-on experience with mobile app testing on both Android and iOS.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, databases, and debugging tools such as Charles Proxy, Postman, or Firebase.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bonus: Knowledge of performance testing, security testing, or experience in startups.

Why Join Alyke?

• Be part of a product that’s transforming how people connect and build friendships.
• Take ownership in a high-impact role on a small but growing team.
• Competitive compensation and equity options.
• Work in a culture that values autonomy, transparency, and collaboration.
• Flexible work environment with remote-friendly culture.

Application Process: If you're excited about leading a team to ensure the quality of a product that brings people together, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to any relevant work or projects you have worked using cutshort.

About the Role

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to translate business needs into actionable insights, drive data-backed decision-making, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business processes and strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
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• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to gather, document, and analyze business requirements.
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• Work closely with product, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure business objectives align with company goals.
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• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and data visualizations to track KPIs and business performance.
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• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support strategic planning.
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• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies for business challenges.
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• Support the implementation of new systems, processes, and tools by providing business insights and ensuring smooth adoption.
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• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, presentations, and training sessions to align business goals and project outcomes.
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Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
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• Strong experience in business process modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
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• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
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• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
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• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.
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• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
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• Experience in working with product and engineering teams is a plus.
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• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, IT, or a related field.
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Nice to Have

• Experience in the tech startup space or a social media domain is a plus.
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• Exposure to AI/ML-driven analytics tools.
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Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative and fast-growing company.
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• Work on impactful projects that shape the future of our product.
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• Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead cross-functional teams and drive successful delivery of projects within scope, time, and budget. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong organizational and interpersonal skills, capable of managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Management: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Develop detailed project plans, including schedules, milestones, and resource allocation. Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors to ensure flawless project execution, delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. 

Team Coordination and Communication: Facilitate coordination among the tech team, customer support team, and management. Conduct regular status meetings, report project progress to the CTO, and manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs. 

Risk Management: Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor project risks and issues, ensuring risk management processes are followed. 

Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively, monitor team workload, adjust assignments as needed, and provide guidance and mentorship. 

Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations. Implement and maintain quality control processes, facilitating testing and validation. 

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and prepare project reports, including status updates, performance metrics, and lessons learned. 

Release Management: Plan and coordinate software releases with the DevOps team, ensuring schedules are met and communicating release plans to stakeholders. 

Sprint Planning and Agile Practices: Conduct sprint planning sessions, manage the sprint backlog, and facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring Agile best practices are followed. 

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

Vendor and Partner Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, coordinating and overseeing their work.

Customer Feedback Integration: Collect and analyze customer feedback with the customer support team, incorporating it into project planning and development. 

Change Management: Develop and implement change management strategies, effectively handling project changes and communicating them to stakeholders. 

Performance and Metrics Tracking: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and project metrics, analyzing data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. 

Training and Development: Identify training needs, arrange relevant training sessions, and support team members' professional development. 

Product Roadmap Alignment: Ensure project activities align with the overall product roadmap, coordinating with management to adjust project priorities. 

Compliance and Standards: Ensure project activities comply with industry standards and regulations, addressing legal or regulatory issues with the Corporate Lawyer - Legal & Compliance. 

Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve team conflicts promptly, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. 

Resource Allocation: Ensure optimal allocation and utilization of resources, adjusting as project needs evolve. 

Risk Reporting: Prepare and present risk reports to senior management, ensuring transparent communication of project risks and mitigation plans. 

Onboarding: Send onboarding emails to new tech team members, ensuring a smooth integration into the team.

Qualifications:



• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related field.
• CSM, PSM or similar certification is preferred.
• Proven experience managing projects in an agile or hybrid environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software such as JIRA, MS Project.

About the Company:

Alyke, recognized as India's first friendship app, is revolutionizing the way people find friends online through its innovative matching algorithm. Alyke has quickly gained traction, surpassing 1 million users. This platform uniquely connects individuals based on shared interests and proximity and stands out for its commitment to creating a secure environment that encourages users to express themselves freely. Joining Alyke offers the chance to be part of an innovative team dedicated to reshaping the landscape of social connections.

Role Overview:

As a Quality Assurance (QA) Lead at Alyke, you will lead the QA team to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. You will be responsible for developing and implementing QA strategies, overseeing all aspects of quality assurance including establishing metrics, applying industry best practices, and developing new tools and processes to ensure quality goals are met. This role requires a combination of strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of QA methodologies in a fast-paced startup environment.

Key Responsibilities:

● Lead and mentor the QA team, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Extensive work in Appium is much needed.

● Develop and implement comprehensive QA strategies, standards, and processes to ensure the highest quality of our software products.

● Oversee the creation and execution of test plans and test cases, ensuring thorough testing of new features and applications.

● Establish and monitor key QA metrics to track and improve software quality and team performance.

● Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including development, product management, and operations to ensure timely and high-quality releases.

● Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and tools to improve efficiency and coverage.

● Manage the defect tracking process, ensuring clear documentation and effective resolution of issues.

● Conduct regular reviews and audits of QA processes to identify areas for improvement.

● Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, continuously integrating new techniques and tools into the QA process.

● Ensure the application’s compatibility across different devices and platforms, particularly mobile.

● Develop training programs and materials to enhance the skills and knowledge of the QA team.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

● 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.

● Proven experience in developing and implementing QA processes and strategies.

● Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes, including experience with manual and automated testing.

● Proficiency in using QA tools such as JIRA, Selenium, Appium, or similar.

● Extensive experience with testing mobile applications on iOS and Android platforms.

● Strong understanding of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and related tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.

Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

● Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and manage a team.

● Experience with security testing and understanding of data protection standards is a plus.

● Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time.

Why Join Us?

● Opportunity to lead a QA team in ensuring the quality of a cutting-edge product impacting users globally.

● Work in an environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

● Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

● Be part of a passionate and driven team dedicated to transforming the way people connect.

Application Process: If you're excited about leading a team to ensure the quality of a product that brings people together, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to any relevant work or projects you have worked on.

Role Overview:

As a DevOps Engineer (L2), you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing infrastructure. You will take ownership of automating processes, improving system reliability, and supporting the development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and manage scalable, secure, and highly available cloud infrastructure.
• Lead efforts in implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate repetitive tasks and develop robust monitoring solutions.
• Ensure the security and compliance of systems, including IAM, VPCs, and network configurations.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across development, staging, and production environments.
• Mentor and guide L1 engineers on best practices.
• Stay updated on emerging DevOps tools and technologies.
• Manage cloud resources efficiently using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps.
• Advanced knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) with hands-on experience in deployments, migrations, and optimizations.
• Strong expertise in containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Deep understanding of system security, networking, and load balancing.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving mindset.
• Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Kubernetes Administrator) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge tech stack in a product-first company.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Freedom to innovate and contribute to impactful projects.

Job description

About the Company

Alyke, recognized as India's first friendship app, is revolutionizing how people connect and build lasting friendships. With over 1 million users, we stand out for our innovative matching algorithm that connects people based on shared interests and proximity. Join a passionate team dedicated to reshaping the landscape of social connections while working on exciting, user-centric projects.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mobile Application Developer to lead the development of cutting-edge mobile applications using React Native. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cross-platform development, UI/UX design, and advanced integrations such as CleverTap, Firebase, Firestore Chat, Sentry, Adapty, and in-app purchases. You will play a key role in ensuring the security, scalability, and performance of our applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class mobile experiences.

Application Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality mobile applications using React Native for both iOS and Android platforms.
• Ensure cross-platform compatibility, responsiveness, and optimal performance across devices.

Integrations:

• Implement and manage integrations with third-party services such as:
• CleverTap for user engagement and analytics.
• Firebase (Firestore, Realtime Database, Cloud Messaging, Dynamic Links) for backend services.
• Firestore Chat for real-time messaging features.
• Sentry for error tracking and monitoring.
• Adapty for subscription management and in-app purchases.
• Ensure seamless integration of in-app purchases and subscription workflows.

CI/CD Pipeline Management:

• Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Bitrise and Fastlane for automated builds, testing, and deployments.
• Automate the release process to the App Store and Google Play Store, ensuring compliance with platform-specific guidelines.
• Manage code signing, versioning, and release notes as part of the deployment process.

UI/UX Implementation:

• Collaborate with designers to translate UI/UX designs into functional, intuitive, and visually appealing interfaces.
• Implement smooth animations and transitions to enhance user experience.

State Management and Architecture:

• Implement robust state management solutions using libraries like Redux, MobX, or Context API.
• Follow best practices for application architecture and code organization.

Security Best Practices:

• Implement security best practices to protect user data and application integrity.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Secure API communications, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.

Performance Optimization:

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks to ensure smooth and responsive applications.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and resource efficiency.

Collaboration and Leadership:

• Work closely with backend developers, designers, and product managers to deliver high-quality features.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance to the team.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in mobile development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in mobile application development, with at least 3+ years of hands-on experience in React Native.
• Proven experience with CleverTap, Firebase, Firestore Chat, Sentry, Adapty, and in-app purchases.
• Hands-on experience setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using Bitrise and Fastlane for automated deployments.
• Strong portfolio showcasing mobile applications developed and deployed to the App Store and Google Play Store.
• Experience with native mobile development (iOS/Android) is a plus.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and React Native.
• Experience with state management libraries like Redux or MobX.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Expertise in Bitrise and Fastlane for CI/CD automation.
• Knowledge of security best practices for mobile applications.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Lead the development of innovative mobile applications used by a global audience.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest tools and technologies in mobile development.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive and innovative team that values creativity and professional growth.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Bonus:

• Familiarity with testing frameworks for mobile apps.
• Experience working in fast-paced startup environments.