Android Developer

Android Developer

Plano, TX

12 Months.

Prefers GC/Citizens for this position. This is W2 only

Job Description:

As a Senior Android Engineer, you will be a key member of our mobile development team, responsible for architecting, developing, and maintaining our Android applications. You will collaborate closely with other developers, product managers, and designers to deliver exceptional user experiences that meet the needs of our growing user base.

Responsibilities:

Android App Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Android applicationsusing Kotlin, Java, and Jetpack Compose, adhering to best practices and architectural patterns.

Architecture and Code Quality: Lead the development efforts by providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality code through code reviews and adherence to coding standards.

Performance Optimization: Identify and address performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other issues to ensure the applications are smooth and responsive.

Unit and UI Testing: Demonstrate a strong focus on testing by writing comprehensive unit tests and conducting UI testing using frameworks like JUnit and Espresso to ensure the stability and reliability of our applications.

Cross-Platform Collaboration: Collaborate with the iOS development team to ensure consistency across platforms and share knowledge on best practices.

GraphQL Integration: Leverage your expertise in GraphQL to implement efficient and scalable APIs that communicate with backend services.

Emerging Technologies: Stay up to date with the latest advancements in Android development, GraphQL, and other relevant technologies to continuously improve our applications.

Problem Solving: Analyze and solve complex technical challenges related to mobile application development and provide creative solutions.

Code Quality and Documentation: Write clean, modular, and testable code, and maintain clear and concise documentation to facilitate collaboration within the team.

User Experience: Work closely with the design team to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience, making data-driven decisions to enhance user satisfaction.

Troubleshooting and Bug Fixing: Investigate and troubleshoot reported issues, providing timely bug fixes and updates to maintain app stability.

Teamwork: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality applications on time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 10+ years of professional experience in Android app development with a proven track record of delivering successful applications.
• Strong expertise in GraphQL, including its implementation and integration into Android applications.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and Java for Android development, along with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience with Android Studio, Gradle, and version control systems like Git.
• Deep understanding of Android UI/UX design principles and best practices for creating intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces using Jetpack Compose.
• Knowledge of various Android architectural patterns (Clean, MVVM, MVP, etc.) and experience with dependency injection frameworks (e.g., Dagger, Hilt).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and their integration into mobile applications.
• Familiarity with the latest Android features, libraries, and development tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to think critically, and a strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong passion for mobile technology and a desire to stay up to date with industry trends and best practices.