Android Developer Requirements

About the Role :

Senior Android Team Lead will be responsible for testing, QC, debugging support for various Android and Java software/servers for products developed or procured by the company. The role includes debugging integration issues, handling on-field deployment challenges, and suggesting improvements or structured solutions. The candidate will also be responsible for scaling the architecture. You will work closely with other team members including Web Developers, Software Developers, Application Engineers, and Product Managers to test and deploy existing products. You will act as a Team Lead to coordinate and organize team efforts toward successful completion or demo of applications. This includes implementing projects from conception to deployment.

Responsibilities :

● Working with the Android SDK, Java, Kotlin, NDK

● Handling different Android versions and screen sizes

● Applying Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices

Requirements :

● Strong technical background in Android application development and Kotlin

● Solid programming skills

● Detail-oriented with strong attention to specifics

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills

● Strong analytical and quick problem-solving ability

● Ability to quickly document requirements from open discussions

● Fast typing skills for documentation and communication

● Familiarity with JIRA, EPICs, Excel, Google Sheets, and Agile methodologies

● Team player with leadership qualities

● Decision-making ability and team management skills

● Interest in working in a startup environment with cutting-edge products

● Experience with design and architecture patterns

● Understanding of testing processes, debugging, code versioning, and repositories

● UI/UX experience

● Strong knowledge of Java & Kotlin

● Software development experience with strong coding skills

● Experience building services for data delivery to mobile clients

● Experience with relational and non-relational databases

● Knowledge of REST and JSON data handling

● Experience with libraries like Retrofit, RxJava, Dagger 2, Lottie

● Server integration (REST endpoints)

● Experience with AWS stack and Linux

● Apps shipped and available on Google Play

● Backend API development

● Familiarity with Android Studio, Eclipse IDE

● Good knowledge of mobile hardware, software, and operating systems

● Willingness to work in a fast-paced startup environment

● Strong oral communication and presentation skills

● Team-oriented, with a positive approach to technology and engineering

● Result-oriented with a focus on efficiency and timeliness

● Strong self-awareness and ability to work under deadlines

● Proficiency in Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word

● Willingness to mentor and manage team members

● Willing to travel 5–10% of the time for demos, training, and collaboration

Preferred Background :

● Understanding of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

● B.S. / M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering

● 5+ years’ experience with Android, Java Server, JSP

● Experience with Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality

● Familiarity with Test-Driven Development

● Background in CS or ECE

● Python experience is a big plus

● iOS development knowledge (not mandatory)

● Strong foundation in data structures and algorithms

Must Have :

Strong technical background in Android application development and Kotlin

· Looking candidates having 5+ years of experience.

· Need candidates from Delhi NCR Only.

· All Academic backgrounds acceptable (except BCA).

· Immediate Joiners Preferred

· Candidate must have some experience working with IoT devices.

· Candidate should have experience working with Camera model X.

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• Ability to write well-documented, clean Javascript code
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• Strong knowledge of Android design principles, patterns, and best practices.
  Good problem-solving skills and verse with OOPs fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, and a solid understanding of Android SDK and other components (MVP/MVVM, Architecture components, Jetpack, Dagger, RxJava, Coroutines, Data binding, Retrofit, etc).
• Knowledge of clean architecture and its implementation.
• Proficient with developing apps optimized for different android versions and devices of varying performance.
• Strong system design and architecture skills.
• Experience with multi-threading, memory management, databases.
• Experience in working with REST APIs, JSON, XML, etc.
• Experience/Knowledge of unit testing and integration testing.
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