We are seeking a skilled Android Developer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining 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 working alongside other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, commitment to collaborative problem-solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products is essential.
Responsibilities
- Design and build advanced applications for the Android platform.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Work with outside data sources and APIs.
- Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability.
- Work on bug fixing and improving application performance.
- Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven software development experience and Android skills development.
- Proven working experience in Android app development and have published at least one original Android app.
- Experience with Android SDK.
- 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.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Java and Kotlin.
- Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices.
- Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning.
- Ability to design applications around natural user interfaces, such as “touch”.
- Familiarity with the use of additional sensors, such as gyroscopes and accelerometers.
- Knowledge of the open-source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks.
- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements.
- Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications.
- Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines.
- Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
- Familiarity with continuous integration.
Soft Skills
- Excellent analytical skills with a good problem-solving attitude.
- Ability to perform in a team environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Android Jetpack components.
- Experience with ARCore or similar frameworks.
- Knowledge of UI/UX design principles.
- Experience with Android TV, Wear OS, or automotive applications.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Flexible working hours.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
Job Category: Android Developer
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Rawalpindi