Project Description:
We're on the lookout for an Android Principal Engineer who'll be leading the Android development team, managing resources within and across the function. You'll take ownership of complex projects, mentor junior developers, and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful mobile solutions. The app you'll be working on is written in Kotlin, utilizing the MVVM clean architecture and then eventually migrating to Jetpack Compose for all new journeys and features.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain advanced Android applications using Kotlin and Java.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend teams to create seamless user experiences.
- Optimize app performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Write clean, reusable, and efficient code while following best practices.
- Lead code reviews and provide guidance to junior developers.
- Integrate RESTful APIs, third-party SDKs, and backend services.
- Stay updated with the latest Android trends, tools, and technologies.
- Troubleshoot, debug and resolve production issues as needed.
Mandatory Skills Description:
- 8+ years of professional experience in Android development.
- 7+ years of experience in Compose, Shared Flow, and State Flow is a must.
- 7+ years of experience in Kotlin, Java, and Android SDK.
- Familiarity with architectural patterns like MVVM, MVP, or Clean Architecture.
- Experience with Compose
- Experience with tools like Android Studio, Gradle, and Git.
- Expertise in working with RESTful APIs, JSON, and third-party libraries.
- Deep understanding of Android UI/UX guidelines and Material Design principles.
- Experience with performance profiling and debugging tools.
Nice-to-Have Skills Description:
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools.
- Knowledge of Jetpack components like Navigation, Room, View Model, and Live Data.
- Experience with Firebase, Google Play Services, or other backend integrations.
- Proficiency in app security and data encryption techniques.
- Published apps on the Google Play Store (share your portfolio!).
