Mission

PlayOps is building a global simulation designed to replace résumés with real proof of skill, behavior, and action. This is not a traditional internship. You will help build core infrastructure for a new proof economy inside a live ARG and documentary world where missions and prototypes turn into real systems.

Who We’re Looking For

This is entry level + track. We want builders who already ship production code.

Ideal candidates

• Full stack developers who can move across frontend, backend, data, auth, and bot integration
• Open source contributors who understand authorship, collaboration, and documentation
• System thinkers who can turn narrative clues and rough sketches into working architecture
• People who thrive in ambiguity and enjoy fast moving environments
• Telegram-native builders familiar with bots, Mini Apps, payments, Stars, and chat-based UX

What is PlayOps

PlayOps is a global ARG where everything unfolds inside Telegram — no app downloads, no video calls, no friction. Daily missions, story drops, and puzzles feed into the documentary arc.

Players can also opt into becoming “characters,” with AI Twin versions of themselves appearing in the cinematic episodes (optional).

This developer track sits inside the same world — but focuses on building systems, bots, and Mini Apps that power the Grid (our new proof layer).

Your Role

You will join the live world and simultaneously build real infrastructure:

 • Take 1 mission per day (30–60 min).

 • Prototype interfaces, flows, or system logic based on mission prompts.

 • Build and test Telegram Bots and Mini Apps used by thousands of players.

 • Work with Decoders, UX Architects, Story Builders, and System Designers.

 • Contribute to the Grid — the backend proof-of-action system.

 • (Optional) Appear in documentary content or as an AI twin.

Key Responsibilities

You will develop Telegram-native systems end-to-end:

Bot + Mini App Development

 • Build and deploy robust Telegram Bots using Bot API + frameworks (Telegraf, aiogram).

 • Build a responsive Telegram Mini App (Web App) using Telegram Web Apps SDK.

 • Implement deep linking, server-side auth, and seamless mini-app ↔️ bot communication.

Full-Stack System Build

 • Create secure backend systems (Node.js/Express or Python/FastAPI).

 • Design and manage databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar).

 • Build APIs, logging, user auth, and data structures for proof submission.

 • Ensure scalability, performance, and clean documentation.

Integration + Architecture

 • Connect narrative missions to real system outputs.

 • Turn broken “Feed” mechanics into structured Grid systems.

•  • Prototype proof logging, validator tools, and runtime decision systems.

Required Skills

Must haves

Proven Full-Stack experience (React + Node.js or React + FastAPI).

 • Telegram Bot development experience (telegraf, aiogram, or custom Bot API integrations).

 • Hands-on experience with Telegram Web Apps SDK (Mini Apps).

 • Strong frontend proficiency (React.js).

 • Strong backend proficiency (Node/Express OR Python/FastAPI).

 • Database experience (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, or similar).

 • Comfortable deploying on AWS, DigitalOcean, Render, etc.

•  Able to work independently with minimal guidance.

Nice to have

• A portfolio of live Telegram Bots or Mini Apps
• TypeScript
• Redis or caching experience
• Familiarity with Telegram Payments API
• Understanding of Stars, TON, or blockchain style reward flows

Time Commitment

Expected Weekly Time

 • 24-28 hours/week

 • Missions: 30–60 minutes per day

 • Builds are flexible around your schedule

Compensation

This is an unpaid 12-week creative and technical program. High performers will be considered for full-time engineering roles. You will earn:

• A verified PlayOps builder profile
• XP, badges, and proof-of-work logs
• Global credit in the documentary and YouTube or Roku episodes
• A portfolio of bots, systems, and interfaces built inside a running ARG

How to Apply

Send:

• Resume or CV plus LinkedIn
• Links to Telegram Bots or Mini Apps you have built
• GitHub or open source contributions

Trailer and World Info

🎥 Trailer: https://youtu.be/tlRPjo3NWyY

🌐 World Lore: https://tapsphere.io