Android Developer

Sr. Android Developer Requirement:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Android development.
• Degree in software development, computer science, or similar.
• Proficiency in Android, Java, Kotlin, MVC, MVVM.
• Prior experience as an android developer will be advantageous.
• Excellent coding and proofreading skills.
• Top-notch teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to manage your workload with minimal supervision.
• Unwavering curiosity.

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Mobile application developer responsible for the development and maintenance of applications aimed towards iOS, including mobile phones and tablets. Your primary focus will be the development of such applications and their integration with other services. You will be working alongside other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, a commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products is essential. You will be responsible for the product development with quality and by following the engineering practices. The candidate should be a team player who should be able to code, do the peer code review, defect fixes wherever needed on the existing product.

Responsibilities:

 Design and build applications for iOS

 Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications

 Collaborate with a team to define, design, and ship new features

 Innovative thinking for problems solutions. Solid implementation

 Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs

 Achieving Code, module delivery dates within time

 Help maintain code quality, organization, automatization, and documentation

 Uses Agile Scrum Methodology for software development

 Develops unit tests for all new code

 Has all code changes peer reviewed and must peer review code when required

 Provides input for documentation of new or existing programs

 Well versed with usage of debugging tools to analyze and solve complex problems independently

 Diagnose and resolve complex level issues of application

 Participate in interactions with all levels of personnel with different teams Skills:

 Proficient in all versions of Swift, with a good knowledge of its ecosystems

 Solid understanding of object-oriented programming

 Experience in App Store distribution process and Enterprise distribution of Apple

 Good knowledge of performance limits and characteristics

 Knowledge of memory management and multi-threading, background thread handling and iOS file systems

 Knowledge of private framework in swift and objective C languages

 Experience with embedded databases and other system datastores

 Experience of automated testing platforms and unit tests for Mobile applications

 Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect to back-end services

 Good sense of UI design and a user-oriented focus  Knack for benchmarking and optimization  Proficient understanding of code versioning tools e.g. Git

 Hands on experience in using Jenkins

 Familiarity with continuous integration

 Good Knowledge in design patterns

 Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills in English

 Good time management skills

 Certification of iOS development, swift language will be value added  Experience with Cocoa APIs on iOS and Apple frameworks AR, ML and swift UI is good to have

 2-4 years of work experience in Mobile application development.

Pay/compensation: Benefits: Health Insurance (including for Parents); Personal Accident Cover.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality Android applications using Java/Kotlin.
• Work with Android Studio to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Implement and adhere to MVVM (Model-View-ViewModel) architectural patterns to ensure scalable and maintainable applications.
• Utilize Data Binding to streamline UI development and improve code readability.
• Develop user interfaces with a strong understanding of various Layouts (ConstraintLayout, LinearLayout, RelativeLayout, etc.) and responsive design principles.
• Integrate applications with RESTful Webservices using libraries like Retrofit to connect with backend services and handle data efficiently.
• Gain experience in interacting with databases, including basic operations with SQLite Database (Creating, Updating/Querying) for local data storage and understanding of server-side data interaction.
• Apply Debugging Skills using tools such as Logcat, Android Debugger (Debug), and Lint for identifying and resolving issues, and optimizing application performance.
• Leverage Plugin Tools like ADB Idea, Codata, and Lombok Plugin (if applicable) to enhance development workflow and productivity.
• Work with various Android APIs to implement new features and functionality.
• Participate in Testing the Android Application, including unit testing and collaborating with QA for functional and integration testing.
• Perform Lint for Code Inspection to ensure code quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices.
• Learn and apply fundamental Design Patterns (e.g., Singleton, Observer) in Android development.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UI/UX designers, and backend developers, to define, design, and ship new features.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency and improve application performance.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Android development trends and best practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 0-2 years of hands-on experience in Android application development.
• Solid understanding of Android SDK and Android Studio.
• Proficiency in at least one of the primary Android programming languages: Java or Kotlin.
• Familiarity with MVVM architecture.
• Basic knowledge of Data Binding.
• Understanding of various Android Layouts.
• Exposure to SQLite Database and concepts of server-side interaction.
• Familiarity with Retrofit for API consumption.
• Demonstrated Debugging Skills using relevant Android tools.
• Awareness of common Plugin Tools for Android development.
• Basic understanding of Android APIs.
• Knowledge of RESTful Webservices principles.
• Experience with testing methodologies for Android applications.
• Ability to use Lint for Code Inspection.
• Eagerness to learn and apply Design Patterns.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A portfolio of personal or academic Android projects is a strong plus.

About Upaz:

UPAZ is a Farmer First approach agri-fintech team working on a panchayat-level Community Commerce & Financing model enabling B2C delivery of financial and agriculture-related services and products to smallholder farmers right at their doorstep.

Upaz is part of the financial inclusion lab at IIM Ahmedabad and the winner of the Social Alpha Agritech Challenge. Upaz is funded by July Ventures, IIM Ahmedabad, Mr. Kapil Mehan (ex MD of Tata Chemicals, ex CEO of Coromandel International Limited, ex Group CEO Zuari Agrochemicals), Mr. Devrajan Nathan (Founder of Arya.ag) others

We firmly believe that serving smallholder farmers in India presents one of the greatest opportunities for scale and impact in both agricultural and financial inclusion today.

For future information please visit: Grey Matter Technologies Pvt Ltd. | Agro Fintech | India

We are seeking a skilled Mobile Application Developer with knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies for software development to join our dynamic team. As a Mobile Application Developer, you will be responsible for developing innovative Android and iOS applications, utilizing your expertise in various technologies and tools.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Android applications that our requirements and specifications.
• Apply Agile and Waterfall methodologies as appropriate to ensure effective project management and timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Utilize knowledge in SQLite to design and implement efficient and reliable database management systems for Android applications.
• Use Git to manage version control and collaborate effectively with other developers working on the project.
• Employ Dart and Getx to write clean, modular, and efficient code that follows industry best practices and coding standards.
• Continuously improve the development process by actively seeking feedback, participating in brainstorming sessions, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces, ensuring a seamless user experience across different devices and screen sizes.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of Android Studio, Xcode, and Visual Studio, including their features, tools, and capabilities, to efficiently develop and debug applications.

Requirements:

•  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field 
•  Proven experience of 2 to 4 years developing Android applications.
•  Proficiency in Dart programming language and familiarity with the Getx framework.
•  Strong knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
•  Experience with SQLite database management.
•  Proficiency in Git version control system.
•  Familiarity with design principles and user experience (UX) concepts.
• Understanding of Android Studio, Xcode, or Visual Studio.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Visual Studio, and ability to work with their respective tools and features.

Compensation:

• Based on experience and skills we will offer the best salary.

Why Work with us - 

• Upaz is a fast-growing agri-fintech start-up with a unique farmer financing model. 
• It has very high acceptability among its farmers, clients, and other stakeholders. 
• A chance to be part of an ever-growing team and to understand and be part of the organisation building core team