Apps & SaaS
Built to Launch
I design and build mobile apps, SaaS products, and AI-powered software — from product strategy and MVPs to polished launches. I'm also seeking investors for a pre-seed venture.
What I Do
Mobile, SaaS & AI Development
From concept to launch, I build mobile apps, SaaS platforms, and AI-powered products that are clear, usable, and ready for real users.
Product Discovery
Shape the right product before code starts. I help define scope, user journeys, and the MVP needed to ship confidently — whether it's a mobile app, SaaS platform, or AI tool.
AI Product Development
Build AI-powered features and products using LLMs, GPT-4o, Claude, and modern AI tooling. From conversational interfaces to intelligent automation and data pipelines.
SaaS Architecture
Design and build scalable SaaS platforms with multi-tenancy, subscription billing, auth, and the backend infrastructure needed to grow from MVP to production.
Mobile App Development
Native and cross-platform iOS and Android apps built with Swift, Kotlin, React Native, and Flutter — from architecture through App Store submission.
UX Flows & Messaging
Refine the user experience with thoughtful screens, clear messaging, and product decisions that help users convert and stay engaged across web and mobile.
Backend & Integrations
Connect your product to APIs, payments, auth, analytics, and third-party tools with production-ready engineering — Node.js, Python, PostgreSQL, Firebase, and more.
Launch Readiness
Prepare your product for launch with polished onboarding, compliant assets, release notes, App Store submission support, and go-to-market preparation.
Performance & Iteration
After launch, improve reliability, speed, and product metrics with focused iteration informed by real usage, analytics, and user feedback.
About
The Mind Behind the Code
Dr. Gabriel Almeida
Mobile Apps · SaaS · AI Products
With a PhD in Computer Science and over 20 years of hands-on software engineering experience, I build digital products that balance strong engineering fundamentals with user-focused product execution.
My work spans mobile apps for iOS and Android, SaaS platforms, and AI-powered products — covering product strategy, architecture, backend integrations, and launch readiness. I work from early concepts through production releases with a practical, fast-moving approach.
Alongside client work, I'm building my next venture and actively seeking investors for a pre-seed round.
Work
Selected Projects
A snapshot of products and platforms built across 20+ years of hands-on engineering and product leadership.
Mobile App · Founder
Philo — Philosophy App
A mobile app that brings philosophy to everyday life — bite-sized insights, thought-provoking questions, and curated content from the great thinkers. Currently in beta testing before launch on the App Store and Google Play.
2025–Present
Visit philoq.appSaaS · Founder
Zolvi — AI Survey Builder
Built and launched Zolvi, an AI-powered survey platform that turns a plain-language prompt into a polished, live survey in under 5 minutes — no drag-and-drop, no setup friction. Covering full-stack development, product strategy, and go-to-market.
2025–Present
Visit zolvi.appAutomotive · Product Leadership
Harman IC Space4
Led product management and media features roadmap for HARMAN's next-generation in-car infotainment platform, shipped across multiple OEM partners globally.
2021–2024
Medical Devices · Engineering
Leica Biosystems Platform
Led a cross-functional engineering team delivering clinical image analysis software, improving lab workflows and time-to-diagnosis for pathology labs.
2016–2017
Be among the first to use Philoq
Philoq is a philosophy app coming soon to the App Store and Google Play. Join the beta testers mailing list to get early access, share feedback, and help shape the product before public launch.
- 1Visit philoq.app
- 2Enter your email in the waitlist form
- 3Select your platform (iOS or Android)
- 4You'll receive a TestFlight / beta invite when a spot opens
Testimonials
Trusted by Great Teams
What colleagues, collaborators, and mentors say about working with Gabriel.
I had the pleasure of working with Gabriel in a shared working group focused on Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), and I can confidently recommend him as a strong and reliable leader. Throughout our collaboration, Gabriel consistently demonstrated solid leadership skills, effectively guiding the team and ensuring alignment across stakeholders. His ability to bring clarity to complex topics and keep the group focused on outcomes made a significant impact on our progress. Gabriel brings deep expertise in the infotainment domain, combined with a strong understanding of connectivity. He has built impressive visibility within the automotive community, particularly in infotainment and connectivity areas, which adds great value to any initiative he is part of.
Denis Akhmerov
Program Manager — Capgemini Engineering
Mar 2026 · LinkedIn
He is an Engineer at core and it reflects in all his product management activities. Never known him to shy away from speaking his mind and always takes a no-nonsense approach towards his work and with stakeholders. I would highly recommend him wherever they are serious about building cutting-edge products.
Vignesh Malkumar
Senior Product Manager — Digital Cockpit
Jan 2025 · LinkedIn
Gabriel possesses a profound understanding of the automotive industry and excels in merging technical innovation with strategic business objectives. As a visionary leader, he consistently delivers impactful solutions. I wholeheartedly endorse Gabriel as a valuable and transformative asset to any organization.
Dilshad Alam
Engineering Leader — HARMAN International
Nov 2024 · LinkedIn
Gabriel played a pivotal role in developing the media features and roadmap for the Harman IC Space4 product, showcasing his strategic vision and technical expertise. His dedication and positive attitude are truly commendable, and I highly recommend him for any future endeavors.
Zunfeng Li
Senior Program Manager — HARMAN International
Nov 2024 · LinkedIn
A scholarly professional and a lucid engineer, highly skilled in envisioning product goals and translating them into user stories and well-written business needs. Gabriel's skill set of Engineering and Finance makes him unique in administering highly complex Projects and Products.
Haniefa M S
Product & Portfolio Management — SDV & Connected Mobility
Nov 2024 · LinkedIn
Gabriel's deep knowledge of the automotive industry, combined with his ability to balance technical innovation and strategic business skills, is truly remarkable. He is a visionary leader who consistently drives impactful solutions, and I highly recommend him as a transformative asset to any organization.
Ramnath Kashikar
Transformational Leader — Strategic Program Delivery
Nov 2024 · LinkedIn
I was always impressed by the technical and scientific experience Dr. Almeida brought into every project. He works very effectively with international teams and combines the skills of a coordinator with deep technical and scientific expertise — it is an excellent experience to work with him.
Prof. Michael Huebner
Vice President Research — BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
Jan 2017 · LinkedIn
Current Build
Introducing Zolvi
The AI survey builder that turns customer feedback into decisions — without the usual setup drag.
Stop wrestling with forms. Start getting answers.
Most survey tools make you build questions manually, fumble with drag-and-drop editors, and wait days to understand results. Zolvi flips that. You describe what you want to learn in plain language, and AI generates a complete, polished survey in seconds — with the right question types, validation, and flow already in place. Share with one click. Watch real-time responses roll in. Act on clear insights, not raw data dumps.
No credit card required · Live in <5 min
Built With
Mobile App
Introducing Philo
A philosophy app that brings the wisdom of the ages into your daily life — beautifully, calmly, and for free.
Ancient wisdom. Modern life. Daily.
Most apps overwhelm you with notifications that mean nothing. Philo is different. It delivers a thoughtfully curated quote each day — with a real philosopher's explanation of what it means, why it matters, and how to apply it. From Stoics to Existentialists, across five languages, with ambient music and beautiful layouts — it's the quiet daily ritual your mind has been missing.
Free · No ads · No paywall
Built With
Process
How I Work
A practical product workflow shaped by two decades of engineering and repeated launch experience across mobile, SaaS, and AI.
Discovery
Week 1Deep-dive into the product idea, target users, and launch goals. We define what the first version needs to achieve.
Product Strategy
Week 1-2Plan the product structure, core features, integrations, and delivery milestones — whether it's a mobile app, SaaS platform, or AI product.
Build
Week 2-4Rapid, iterative development with continuous feedback. Working product flows arrive early so decisions stay grounded in real software.
Launch
Week 4-5Production-ready releases with testing, analytics, store preparation, and rollout support.
Grow
OngoingContinuous improvement based on user feedback, app metrics, and product learning after launch.
Writing
Articles & Insights
Thoughts on mobile product development, AI, automotive tech, and building things that last.
From Engineer to Product Leader: What 20 Years Taught Me
The mindset shifts, the hard lessons, and what really separates great product leaders from great engineers — and why you need both.
Building Mobile Apps with LLMs: A Practical Guide
How to integrate generative AI into real iOS and Android apps without the hype — from model selection to UX patterns that actually work.
Software-Defined Vehicles: What the Automotive Industry Got Wrong
After years shipping SDV products at HARMAN, here's what the industry consistently underestimates when building software-first vehicles.
Tech Stack
Tools I Ship With
Contact
Let's Build Something Great
Need an iOS or Android app, or want to talk about a pre-seed mobile product? Tell me about it and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Location
Germany
Available for remote projects worldwide
Typical Response Time
I respond to all inquiries within 24 hours. If you're reaching out about a mobile app build or pre-seed investor conversation, mention it and I'll prioritize accordingly.