Frontend Developer -Mobile

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Flutter Developer with intermediate-level expertise to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in building cross-platform mobile applications and be proficient in API integration and state management. You will work on exciting projects, creating high-quality, responsive, and scalable mobile applications using Flutter.

Responsibilities:

• Mobile App Development:
• Build and maintain cross-platform mobile applications for iOS and Android using Flutter.
• Write clean, reusable, and maintainable code that adheres to Flutter best practices.
• API Integration:
• Integrate RESTful APIs seamlessly into Flutter applications.
• Handle asynchronous operations, data fetching, and error handling efficiently.
• Use tools like Postman or Swagger to test APIs before integration.
• State Management:
• Implement and manage application state using state management libraries like Provider, Riverpod, Bloc, or similar.
• Optimize app performance by efficiently managing state transitions and updates.
• UI/UX Development:
• Create visually appealing and responsive user interfaces based on designs provided (e.g., Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD).
• Ensure consistent branding, theming, and animations for a smooth user experience.
• Debugging and Testing:
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across different devices and platforms.
• Write unit tests and integration tests to ensure app reliability.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with backend developers, UI/UX designers, and project managers to deliver high-quality products.
• Participate in code reviews and team discussions to improve development processes.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Flutter Expertise:
• Experience in building and deploying mobile applications using Flutter and Dart.
• Knowledge of Flutter widgets, layouts, navigation, and animations.
• API Integration:
• Hands-on experience in integrating RESTful APIs and managing API responses (JSON).
• Knowledge of HTTP libraries like http or Dio.
• State Management:
• Experience with state management solutions such as Provider, Riverpod, Bloc, or GetX.
• UI/UX Skills:
• Ability to build pixel-perfect designs based on UI/UX wireframes.
• Experience in theming, dark mode, and responsive layouts.
• Proficient in Version Control:
• Familiarity with Git for version control and collaborative development.
• Good Understanding of the Mobile Development Lifecycle:
• Knowledge of deploying apps to Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Knowledge of Firebase (Firestore, Authentication, Cloud Messaging).
• Experience with local storage solutions like SharedPreferences or Hive.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for Flutter apps.
• Basic understanding of backend technologies to collaborate better with backend teams.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience in Flutter development or a related role.

Responsibilities:

• Design and build iOS mobile applications

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze, design, and ship new features

• Fully responsible for mobile app development in the team

• Build and publish applications in app stores

• Implement new technologies to maximize application performance

Qualifications:

• Very good experience with Objective-C and iOS SDK

• Experience in working with Telematics SDK is a plus

• Experience with Geo APIs are mandatory

• Good working knowledge in Cocoa Touch

• Experience working with iOS frameworks such as Core Data, Core Animation, Core Graphics and Core Text

• Experience with memory management and caching mechanisms specific to mobile devices

About the Role:

Are you a talented & enthusiastic Android development expert with a love for mobile based technology and Open-Source communities? Would you like to work on a project with large social impact? Are you experienced with Databases on Android, creating developer APIs and complete Android applications? Are you comfortable leading a small team and interacting with stakeholders from customers and outside stakeholders? Then we would like to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Take part in the development and enhancement of an Open-Source SDK
• Be both an individual contributor with hands-on development responsibility, as well as a mentor and lead for a small developer team
• Contribute to the Open-Source community interaction, including participation in the discussion forums
• Review code contributions, review pull requests
• Create and maintain the documentation for the SDK
• Design and development a usable and functional Android reference app
• Hands-on Android development, including feature development, troubleshooting, debugging, problem solving and bug fixing
• Design and run your own unit test cases, integration test cases and test automation
• Analyze new requirements, investigate feasibility, suggest implementation options and estimate efforts timeline, dependencies and risks
• Collaborate closely with other development team members, including some being located at other parts of the world

Required Skills:

• 9+ years of experience in the software development industry
• 5+ years of experience in Android development
• 5+ years of experience in Java and/or Kotlin, with strong programming and software engineering skills
• Good understanding of Android related programming patterns and OS facilities, including activities, fragments, views, lifecycles and UI components
• Experience with SQLite database development
• Excellent communication skills, especially written
• Experience in creating software architecture and design document, as well as externally-focused technical documentations
• Readiness to work in a global team with contributors from different backgrounds, skills and locations
• Experience in leading small technical teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Software/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field, or comparable relevant experience

Preferred Bonus Skills:

• Experience in Design and Implementation of RESTful APIs
• Experience in Database design and implementation
• High proficiency in Kotlin, including multi-threading and synchronization (Kotlin coroutines)
• Experience in Open-Source development
• GitHub experience (Continuous Integration, GitHub routines)
• Real-life experience with mainstream commercial-grade mobile apps used by a broad user base (please provide links to app listings)
• Experience with Jetpack libraries (fragment library, recycler view)
• Familiarity with Java 8 libraries such as Java Time
• Hands-on experience in the Agile/Scrum development process
• Good understanding of OOPS concepts, design patterns, algorithms and data structures
• Good understanding of Material Design Language and human interface guidelines
• Experience with integrating mobile applications with cloud services

Mandatory: Hands on experience working with Java or Kotlin. Very strong logical skills. Good hold on operating system concepts and data structure. Experience with web services , SQL Lite , camera kit , image caching concepts, keychain , past experience working with one of the design patterns like MVC / MVVM / MVP , network check implementation.

Good to have:  Rx-Swift experience , video / image filter experience , media player usage , complex UX effects , couch-db , RealM.Knowledge of GIT management , Continuous Integration and Continuous Development practices.

Soft Skills: Strong communication skills , high spirited , eager to learn , able to perform in a high pressure environment

About Tickled Media:

Tickled Media is a technology company that makes great products for parents in Asia. We publish theAsianparent and Africaparent; Asia's and Africa's largest website and app for parents. Every month we affect the lives of 20 million mothers living in these regions. We have offices across Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, India, Malaysia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Africa. Additionally, you will get the opportunity to travel to these markets or work with colleagues from these countries. Tickled Media has also raised series C investments from some of Asia's largest venture capital firms.