Senior Android Engineer - Kotlin, Jetpack, Maps (Dubai)

Thales; Dubai; On-site; Full time

Job description

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

JOB OBJECTIVE

Skilled Android Developer with expertise in Kotlin, jetpack compose & Kotlin multiplatform mobile

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Android applications using Kotlin
• Build and optimize map-based features (location tracking, routing, markers, geofencing)
• Follow Clean Architecture principles to ensure scalable, maintainable, and testable code
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend teams to define and implement features
• Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code
• Identify and fix bugs, performance bottlenecks, and memory leaks
• Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development standards

Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of experience in Android application development

Qualification, Certification & Educational Requirements

• Degree in computer science or relevant experience in mobile app development

Preferred Skills

• Kotlin
• Jetpack compose
• Kotlin multiplatform
• Compose multiplatform

HSE Responsibilities

• Ensure both your own safety and the safety of others at all times.
• Maintain an active role in achieving the objectives and adhering to the HSE Thales Policy.
• Comply with local HSE laws and legislation.
• To use safety equipment (including PPE) as required and intended.
• Lead by example and actively encourage departments to look at ways to conserve water & energy, minimize the generation of waste, and encourage recycling.
• Everyone within Thales has the right to stop work if they believe that their activities may affect their health and safety or that of others. In this circumstance they must report immediately to their line manager and the HSE department.