**Recruiting interns (separately) for both backend or frontend projects.

For backend: The main goal of this project is to improve backend code (through debugging) and new feature development for our iOS video-based dating app, Sparrow. The student will gain a deep learning experience of not only technical concepts but also business, go-to-market and monetization strategy. The app is fully-built and in pre-launch stage.

For frontend: We would like to implement a handful of new features/improvements within the Sparrow iOS app. This includes animations, UI/UX improvements, in-video chat avatars / features, advanced analytics, and more.

Key backend tasks would include:

• Develop a strong understanding of working with Sparrow code which spans various languages / APIs (Javascript [backend], React [frontend], AWS, Agora, Firebase).
• Debugging and bugs / red flags analysis.
• New feature recommendations and implementation (including plan).
• Matching algorithm improvement suggestions.
• Help with launch readiness planning.

Key frontend tasks would include:

• Review and understand the existing iOS app codebase written in Swift.
• Identify, reproduce, and fix reported bugs.
• Analyze app performance and make necessary optimizations.
• Propose UI enhancements based on user feedback and modern design principles.
• Design and implement animations to improve user engagement and satisfaction.
• Test and validate changes with target users.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions with the team for innovative solutions and ideas.
• Document changes and ensure code quality.
• Improve Admin Portal usability and functionality (written in React).

Final deliverables (presentation format) should include:

• Summary of key bug fixes and new features recommended and implemented.
• Summary of outstanding bugs/features not implemented with key obstacles.
• Recommendations for future features or improvement areas.
• All source code.
• Key learnings and best practices.