Senior Android Developer

About This Role

Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin and Java, integrating modern Android development best practices within a Scrum team to deliver and support rapid release cycles.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin (primary) and Java (secondary)
• Integrate Android Jetpack components, MVVM architecture, and modern Android development best practices
• Work within a Scrum team to deliver features, resolve defects, and support rapid release cycles
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to define technical solutions, document approaches, and ensure smooth integration into the existing codebase
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis, and support monitoring of mobile app performance and crashes
• Conduct unit testing, contribute to automation efforts, and ensure code quality through best practices and peer reviews
• Work with large, shared codebases and manage component integrations using Dagger (1 & 2)
• Use Jira, Confluence, and Agile workflows to track work, document solutions, and collaborate across teams
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts, including performance profiling (memory, thread, heap) on devices, emulators, and simulators
• Contribute to a culture of engineering excellence, inclusion, and collaboration

Requirements

• Formal training or certification in Software Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of applied experience in Android development
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and native Android development (90%+ native)
• Working knowledge of Java for legacy components
• Experience with Android Jetpack, MVVM, Dagger (1 & 2), and component-based architecture
• Hands-on experience with unit testing, automation, and debugging on devices/emulators
• Ability to work with large codebases and shared libraries
• Experience with Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in Software Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of applied experience for senior role

Nice to Have

• Practical cloud-native exposure
• Experience with RxJava, Retrofit, and modern Android networking patterns
• Strong understanding of mobile app resiliency, security, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with mobile monitoring tools and crash analytics platforms
• Ability to identify hidden issues in complex systems and drive improvements through data-driven insights

Skills

* Required skills