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We are remote-first across all positions and are looking for ambitious, AI-native builders who want to help shape the next generation of consumer social products.\nHere are Sekai’s download links:\nAndroid: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=chat.sekai.app&hl=en_US\n\niOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sekai-create-remix-play/id6504506653\n\nAbout the Role\nWe are looking for a Senior iOS Engineer to own Sekai’s iOS app and help us build a fast, polished, AI-native consumer experience.\nThis role is for someone with strong iOS experience, good consumer product taste, and the ability to move quickly in a startup environment. 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