Android Developer

We're looking for Android developers who can create amazing apps. Are you up for the challenge?

As a company, we provide Virtual CTO, Product Design, and Product Development for Startups. This means you’ll work with multiple cutting-edge technologies while enjoying a stable job. We value our employees and offer an intellectually stimulating, no-nonsense environment where everyone's ideas and contributions are encouraged and respected.

We develop both Consumer and Enterprise Apps that cover a wide range—from Sports and Motorcycle tracking to Retail commerce, Augmented Reality, Security, Real-time tracking apps, and more. We utilize various technology platforms, including native iOS, native Android, Flutter (our recent favorite), and React Native.

About you

• You love creating sleek, efficient, and pixel-perfect Android mobile apps using Java or Kotlin.
• You have at least 3 years of experience in Android development, with several apps published on the Play Store.
• You have experience interfacing with the camera, gyroscope, and other on-device hardware.
• You have integrated your apps with social networks and RESTful server-side APIs.
• You possess a solid understanding of the Android app development lifecycle.
• You enjoy collaborating with other smart people, learning, and working together.

Tech Stack You’ll Use

• Languages: Kotlin, Java
• Frameworks: Native Android, Jetpack, KMP, Unit Testing, Espresso
• Libraries: Android assisted libraries like Jetpack, Dependency Injection, etc.
• Backend/Infra: Firestore (Firebase), GCP
• Analytics: Amplitude
• AI Tools: GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor
• Version Control: Git (GitHub)

Skills and qualifications

• Expert in mobile app development for Android.
• Proficient understanding of Android SDKs.
• Proficient understanding of the Android development lifecycle.
• Expertise in developing online and offline apps.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools like Git.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Our promise to you

• Engaging in work on production code for customer projects.
• Client interaction and participation in developing solutions.
• An environment that fosters learning and growth.
• Compensation and perks are commensurate with skills and performance

mail me your CV and portfolio at hr @ hookux.com

Job Title: Android Developer

Experience: 4 to 5 Years

Location: Bangalore, Pune, Gurgaon, Chennai, Bhopal, Jaipur

Work Mode: Hybrid (2-3 Days Work from Office)

Notice Period: Immediate joiners preferred

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Android Developer with 4-5 years of hands-on experience to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate should have solid experience in building native Android applications using Java and Kotlin, with a deep understanding of Android SDKs and design patterns. You will be working in a collaborative environment on scalable and user-centric mobile apps for various domains.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Android Development using Java and Kotlin.
• In-depth understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, and different Android versions.
• Familiarity with MVVM/MVP architecture, Jetpack components, LiveData, and ViewModel.
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs (Retrofit, Glide, Firebase, etc.).
• Knowledge of unit testing, debugging, and optimization for performance.
• Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines.
• Strong knowledge of mobile UI/UX standards and guidelines.
• Familiarity with version control tools like Git.

.Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Android applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in Java and Kotlin..
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Work on continuous improvement of application performance and user experience.
• Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.

Mandatory Requirement

• Valid Passport is a must. Candidates without a valid passport will not be considered.

Why Join Us?

Be a part of an innovative team where your work directly impacts user experience at scale. Work in a hybrid environment that promotes both productivity and flexibility, with exposure to international projects and cutting-edge technologies.

Job Summary

We are looking for an Android Developer who possesses a passion for pushing mobile technologies to the limits. This Android app developer will work with our team of talented engineers to design and build the next generation of our mobile applications. Your primary focus will be the development of Android applications and their integration with back-end services.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing and formulating apps that are suitable for use on all types of Android devices.
• Implementing measures to safeguard users' data.
• Ensuring that the construction and presentation of your apps are congruent with the company's standards.
• Proofreading your code and correcting mistakes before each app is released.
• Collaborating with UI and UX Designers, as well as Software Testers, to ensure that each app is presentable and in perfect working order.
• Liaising with the marketing department to ensure consistency in our company's 'voice' across the board.
• Monitoring app reviews to detect areas for improvement.
• Creating app updates, including bug fixes and additional features, for release

Requirements

• min. 3+ years of experience as an android developer
• Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or C++.
• Ability to use the Android Studio, including the Android SDK, with ease.
• 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.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with early stage start up and grab a front row seat in core engineering team
• ESOPs available

What does the core role include?

• Designing and developing high-volume, low-latency applications for mission-critical systems and delivering high-availability and performance
• Designing stateless components in React Native
• Contributing in all phases of the development lifecycle
• Working with the developers to create and maintain a robust framework to support the apps
• Working with the developers to build the interface with a focus on usability features

What else can you expect in the role?

• Prepare and produce releases of software components
• Optimizing performance for the apps
• Problem-solving skills, analytical mind, and positive attitude
• Ability to think from end users perspective and focused on improving the overall product experience.
• Deliver across the entire app life cycle concept, design, build, deploy, test, release to app stores and support

What can fetch you brownie points?

• Hands on experience with React Native is required
• Hands-on experience in React Native APIs, ReactJS, Javascript, ECMAScript (OOJS) and JSX.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript ecosystem
• Hands on experience on Android in creating Hybrid / Native applications
• Demonstrable UI/UX experience on a large-scale app.
• Thorough understanding of React Native development tools like IDEs (Nuclide, Atom, Sublime Text, or Visual
• Good knowledge of JS frameworks like ReactJS is a plus.
• Desired Skills and Experience
• Hybrid Apps,React Native, Native iOS and Android Architecture understanding

Roles and Responsibilities:

● Build pixel-perfect, buttery smooth UIs across both mobile platforms

● Leverage native APIs for deep integrations with both platforms

● Diagnose and fix bugs and performance bottlenecks for performance that feels native

● Reach out to the open source community to encourage and help implement mission-critical

software fixes—React Native moves fast and often breaks things

● Maintain code and write automated tests to ensure the product is of the highest quality

Requirements:

● Firm grasp of the JavaScript / TypeScript / ClojureScript language and its nuances

● Knowledge of functional / object-oriented programming

● Ability to write well-documented, clean Javascript code

● Rock solid at working with third-party dependencies and debugging dependency conflicts

● Familiarity with native build tools, like XCode, Gradle, Android Studio, IntelliJ

● Understanding of REST APIs, the document request model, and offline storage

● Experience with automated testing suites, like Jest or Mocha