Senior Android Developer

Cloudious LLC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is seeking a Senior Android developer to join our client project, one of the largest financial institutions in Canada. You will continue to modernize and enhance a leading banking app while collaborating with the UST team.

The role requires at least 5 years of native Android development and 3+ years in Java, strong OOP and architecture knowledge, and experience with Android libraries, RESTful services, and automated testing using JUnit, Robolectric, and Espresso.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of native Android app development and 3+ years in Java.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming, Android architecture, and design patterns.
• Experience with Android libraries and best practices for interacting with RESTful services.
• Proficiency in automated testing using JUnit and platform-specific frameworks like Robolectric and Espresso.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to complex problems using frameworks and design patterns.
• Collect and analyze requirements, then suggest optimal approaches.
• Write and test code, keeping non-functional requirements in mind.
• Collaborate within an agile team and adhere to scrum best practices.
• Review existing code to evaluate ongoing feasibility and maintainability.
• Perform impact analysis for proposed system changes or issues.
• Offer guidance and recommendations to the product owner to influence product decisions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Android platform capabilities and provide relevant suggestions.
• Communicate technical solutions to a diverse audience through presentations and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to the team's coding standards by conducting peer code reviews.
• Provide mentorship to junior developers in software engineering and Android best practices.

Skills

Android development

Java

REST APIs

JUnit

Robolectric

Espresso

Agile methodologies

OOP concepts

Kotlin

Android Keystore

MVVM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

JUnit

Robolectric

Espresso

Android Keystore

Job description

Location: Toronto, ON - Hybrid Role (3-4 days a week)

Type: Full-Time & Contract

Start Date: ASAP

You Are:

UST is looking for a Senior Android developer to join our client project, one of the largest financial institutions. You will have the opportunity to continue to modernize and improve one of the most successful banking apps in Canada while working with UST.

The opportunity:

• Develop solutions to complex problems using frameworks and design patterns
• Collect and analyze requirements, then suggest optimal approaches
• Write and test code, keeping non-functional requirements in mind
• Collaborate within an agile team and adhere to scrum best practices
• Review existing code to evaluate ongoing feasibility and maintainability
• Perform impact analysis for proposed system changes or issues
• Offer guidance and recommendations to the product owner to influence product decisions
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Android platform capabilities and provide relevant suggestions
• Communicate technical solutions to a diverse audience, from non-technical individuals to technical architects, through presentations and documentation
• Ensure adherence to the team's coding standards by conducting peer code reviews
• Provide mentorship to junior developers in software engineering and Android best practices

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What you need:

Must-Have Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience developing native Android applications and 3+ years of Java development experience
• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts, Android app architecture, and software design patterns
• Experience with Android libraries and best practices for interacting with RESTful services
• Proficiency in automated testing using Junit and platform-specific frameworks like Robolectric and Espresso
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels (requirements, architecture, and code)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution

Nice-To-Have Skills:

• Experience with Kotlin
• Knowledge of emerging Android SDK components
• Strong understanding of design patterns like MVVM and their application to Android development
• Familiarity with security protocols such as OAuth and OpenID
• Experience securing data using the Android Keystore
• Consideration of accessibility in development