About AlertBuddies AlertBuddies is a mobile platform designed to help users quickly alert and notify others during emergencies or panic situations. It allows users to connect with trusted contacts—called Buddies or Monitoring Me users—who get notified instantly in case of an emergency. Users can activate alerts through the app, and their designated contacts are immediately notified via SMS, phone call, email, and push notifications. The app also supports live location sharing, trip tracking, and real-time monitoring, helping ensure timely assistance and safety for users. Website: https://www.alertbuddies.com App Store: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/alertbuddies/id6670561707 Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pagematics.alertbuddies YouTube Demos: Introduction & Buddy Management: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3cHgQFR-_Q SOS, WatchMe & Trip Feature: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQMz5IOxTuI Overview We are looking for an experienced mobile app developer or development team to implement advanced location tracking services in the AlertBuddies mobile application for Android and iOS. The primary focus of this project is to ensure that the app continuously sends user locations to an IoT topic, even if the app is in the background or killed. All backend APIs are secured via Keycloak authentication (JWT tokens) and must be properly integrated. The goal is to implement robust, production-ready background location tracking similar to leading apps. API Collection https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gbo1JK6azin0ZT6AP2VuF6DlyQyxUnOB/view?usp=sharing Key Requirements Implement background and real-time location tracking for monitored users, similar to top-tier location tracking apps. Location updates should be delivered to monitors even if: The tracked app is not in the background The tracked app has been killed or recently closed Handle scenarios where notifications or system services are required for reliable tracking (design approach is open to the developer’s expertise). Ensure high performance, low battery consumption, and accuracy. Maintain privacy and security best practices for location data. Fully native implementation for both Android and iOS. Deliverables Native Android and iOS modules for advanced location tracking. Documentation for setup, integration, and testing. Demo app or feature module showing accurate background location tracking similar to Life360/Family Nest. Recommendations for notification-based or system-based solutions to ensure continuous tracking. Additional Notes Developers are expected to research and implement proven techniques used in top location tracking apps. This is focused on reliable, production-ready background location services, not on redesigning the UI or other app modules. Requirements for Applicants Proven experience in native mobile app development (Android & iOS). Expertise in background location tracking, geofencing, and notification-based tracking mechanisms. Knowledge of system limitations and best practices for continuous location monitoring. Ability to deliver clean, maintainable, and efficient code. Timeline Estimated Duration: 3–5 weeks Next Steps If you are interested, please submit: Examples or portfolio of similar projects (background location tracking, real-time monitoring apps). Estimated timeline and cost. Tools, frameworks, or approaches you plan to use. We are looking for a highly skilled team that can implement robust and reliable location tracking comparable to leading apps