Android Developer

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.

Hands-on experience in working with Android Studio, Visual Studio & Xamarin.Forms.

Hands-on experience in creating user interface using Xamarin.Forms, Android SDK & iOS SDK for designing UI using XAML with various layouts and controls.

Hands-on experience required on MVVM.​

Hands-on experience in developing Xamarin.Forms Custom Renderers, Data Binding, Effects,Gustures, Sliders, List views, Buttons, Styles, Check boxes, Date Pickers, Webview and Dependency Service.

Need Good Knowledge on data storage options using SQLite Database, Shared Preferences and Content Provider In Xamarin.Forms & Android.

Hands-on experience  in Server integration technologies including web services RESTful APIs.

Need Good Knowledge in integrating Google Play Services, Google Maps API and Google

         Cloud Messaging.

Need Good Knowledge with Push Notification Implementation in Xamarin.Android by Firebase.

Working experience  required on developing  the applications and testing them on Emulators, mobiles and tablets.

Proficient in generating Android .APK & iOS .IPA files deploying to the Playstore and App Store.

Designation: Technical Lead - Android (ABL_SS_597)

Position description:

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of applications aimed at a vast number of diverse Android devices. 
• Along with Hands-on development will lead the development of Android applications and their integration with back-end services. 
• Work alongside other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure.
• Translate designs and wireframes into high-quality code
• Design, build and maintain high performance, reusable, and reliable Kotlin and Swift code
• Would be working on IOS platforms hands on along with Android.
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Would be building features and services in android and ios.

Required Skills:

• 7 – 11 years of work experience of Kotlin, RxKotlin and Java
• Knowledge of different designing patterns, Preferably MVVM.
• Experience in Socket Programming and Android Jetpack Components.
• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes &
• Understanding of Android Porting and Build process, Android native and System app.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services GRPC, Retrofit.
• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning
• Knowledge of the open-source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks
• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications, Deep Linking
• A knack for benchmarking and optimization
• Nice to have an understanding of Swift, Objective-C and Cocoa Touch
• Nice to have an understanding with iOS frameworks such as Core Data, Core Animation, etc.
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning
• Familiarity with Flutter or React Native 

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement the android app in Kotlin
• Collaborate with other developers and non-technical teams
• Attend daily standup meetings
• Perform maintenance on existing web applications
• Provide innovative solutions
• Performance optimization

Required Technical Skills

• 2-5 years of experience in the development and maintenance of consumer-facing high traffic android applications with a desire to work in growing fast-paced startups.
• Worked on applications from scratch. Well versed with building apps for various screen density and sizes.
• Up to date on upcoming trends in android and its ecosystem with respect to design, architecture etc.
• Experience in optimizing all important parameters like network utilization, application size and battery.
• Experience with kotlin, coroutines, dagger, retrofit, rx-android and android architecture components etc.
• Understanding of MVVM or MVP architecture to maintain separation of concerns.
• Sound knowledge of object-oriented design concepts and algorithms.
• Experience with version control like SVN/Git

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