Project-based Android Kotlin Developer

Job Description

We are looking for a Mobile Software Engineer who has experience in Android development. The successful applicant will be responsible for the development and maintenance of applications aimed at a vast number of diverse Android devices. Your primary focus will be the development of Android applications and their integration with back-end services. You will be collaborating alongside other engineers and developers who are working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, a commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products is essential.

Primary Focus

• Design and develop user-centric, high-performance, and secure Android applications that address user needs effectively.
• Translate UI/UX designs into functional and visually appealing Android user interfaces using primarily Kotlin/Java (or other approved Android development languages as needed).
• Optimize applications for efficient resource utilization and responsiveness to user interactions.
• As project requirements dictate, evaluate the need to update existing Java code to Kotlin or Kotlin code to Java, ensuring maintainability and best practices are followed.

Main Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, test, and deploy high-quality Android applications using the latest Android development tools and languages (e.g., Android SDK, Jetpack libraries, and others).
• Proactively identify, diagnose, and resolve code defects and performance issues without sacrificing timeline.
• Design and implement scalable, maintainable code structures following secure best practices for the chosen Android development language(s).
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (UX/UI designers, backend developers, product managers, QA testers) to deliver successful projects.
• Research and evaluate new Android technologies, libraries, and tools to enhance development processes.
• Write unit tests to ensure the functionality and reliability of developed code modules.
• Work closely with the QA team to ensure the quality, stability, and reliability of Android projects.
• Provide regular progress updates to the team, highlighting achievements and potential blockers.
• Accurately estimate project timelines and communicate any changes promptly.
• Report to the Project Lead, Team Lead, and CSM for Technology on a regular basis.
• Contribute to the growth of the team by mentoring junior developers in Android development and best practices with Kotlin/Java (or other approved languages).
• Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions and provide guidance to colleagues on new technologies and approaches.
• Ensure all assigned modules/features are completed within agreed-upon scope estimates. Strive to complete all assigned modules/features within a sprint to avoid carry-over to subsequent sprints.
• Build solution designs and developed modules that are 100% compliant with project specifications and internal quality control standards
• Use collaboration tools for development, communication, UX/UI, API, project management, and code deployment to ascertain the timely delivery of project deliverables.
• Present work output to the Management, project leads, CSM for Technology, Team leader, and clients effectively.
• Integrate secure coding practices throughout the development lifecycle to mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest Android security threats and best practices.
• Effectively utilize Git for version control, maintaining a clean and well-organized codebase.
• Implement robust backup procedures to ensure the safety and recoverability of project data and code.
• Collaborate with DevOps or operations teams to effectively deploy developed Android applications to production environments.
• Monitor application performance and user feedback in production to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in the development and implementation of bug fixes and feature updates for deployed applications.
• Follow best practices for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) to streamline the deployment process.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or other related courses
• At least 3 years of working experience in Android Java or Kotlin application development
• Expert proficiency in Android Application Development
• Have published at least one original Android app
• Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle.
• Familiarity with Android SDK, Jetpack Libraries
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles for mobile applications
• Understanding different project structures, such as MVVM or MVP

*** Our hybrid work model is designed to give you the best of both worlds—flexibility and face-to-face collaboration. Employees are required to be present in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week. This means you’ll be in the office at least two days a week, and work remotely on the other days. This approach helps us stay connected as a team.