Android Programmer

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Android Developer to join our team in Ahmedabad, India. This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality Android applications using Java and Kotlin. You will be integral to the entire development lifecycle, from understanding project requirements to coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring product excellence. A strong aptitude for collaborative problem-solving and a commitment to quality are essential.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Thoroughly understand project requirements and consult with the reporting manager before commencing development.
• Precisely plan and schedule development tasks to minimize rework, gaining approval from the reporting manager before initiating work.
• Execute development tasks within specified timelines, ensuring high-quality, error-free results.
• Create and maintain development task documentation in a specified format.
• Maintain open communication with fellow team members as needed to foster collaboration and problem-solving.
• Perform unit testing on self-developed modules before submitting them to the QA department, documenting test cases and results.
• Utilize task management tools for tracking and managing development tasks, including commenting, time tracking, and submission to QA.
• Take prompt action to address issues reported by the QA department to ensure smoother project delivery.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address any doubts or questions that may arise during project development.
• Engage in software analysis, programming, testing, and debugging, and provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Translate project requirements into detailed specifications and identify both production and non-production application issues.
• Exhibit patience and perseverance when facing challenges, problem-solving, and learning new technologies.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Java and Kotlin programming concepts and object-oriented programming (OOP).
• Proficiency in IDE like Android Studio.
• Experience with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services.
• Experience with various latest libraries available for Android.
• Experience with Coroutines, multithreading, Rx Java, and retrofit.
• Database expertise with Room Database
• Experience with the latest Android Design skills (constraint layout, compose).
• Competence in data preparation and analytics generation.
• Familiarity with task management tools such as GitHub and JIRA.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in maintaining and upgrading existing Android codebases in response to evolving platform requirements, APIs, and system behaviors.
• Experience in building reusable and efficient custom UI components aligned with design guidelines, ensuring consistency and optimal user experience across devices.

Good To Have

• Experience with Jetpack Compose for building responsive, maintainable, and scalable Android UIs.
• Experience with Flutter or React Native frameworks.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for mobile apps.
• Exposure to large-scale or real-time applications.

Tech Stack

• Programming Languages: Java and Kotlin (Core and Advanced)
• Frameworks: Android
• IDEs: Android Studio
• Databases: Room Database
• Task Management Tools: GitHub and JIRA