Senior Android Engineer

Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of telematics and connected vehicle technology! As a Mobile Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and developing innovative mobile applications that enhance driving experiences. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented teams, and contribute to solutions that prioritize user security and data privacy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment that values creativity and teamwork, with flexible remote working options and a commitment to employee wellbeing. If you're passionate about shaping the future of mobility, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Flexible remote working options

Company-paid health and dental benefits

RRSP matching program

Flexible holiday policy

Work From Anywhere policy

Paid volunteering days

Employee Assistance Program

Kudos Hub recognition system

Qualifications

• Proficient in Kotlin for Android and mobile SDK development.
• Experience with real-time data processing and secure storage.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance mobile applications and SDKs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define features.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests.

Skills

Kotlin

Mobile Development

API Design

Agile Methodologies

UI/UX Principles

Secure Coding Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kotlin Multiplatform

CI/CD Tools

Automated Testing Frameworks

Job description

Company Overview

At IMS, we're transforming the way the world drives. As a leading provider of connected car and telematics solutions, we deliver cutting-edge services and analytics to insurers, governments, and enterprises worldwide.

Our cloud-based DriveSync platform is at the heart of what we do—an industry-recognized solution that empowers smarter decision-making and better driving outcomes. From enhancing road safety to enabling intelligent mobility strategies, our technology is designed to make driving safer and smarter for everyone—from global insurers to local governments and everyday drivers.

Join us as we continue to shape the future of mobility.

Description

We're seeking a Mobile Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance mobile applications and SDK's for our telematics program.

In this role, you'll create solutions that handle real-time data collection, processing, and collecting data insights while ensuring the security and privacy of sensitive information.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Mobile Application Development

• Design and develop Kotlin Multiplatform as well as native mobile SDKs
• Design and develop native mobile applications for Android
• Create robust, well-documented APIs that are secure and easy to integrate
• Build solutions for processing and presenting real-time telematics data
• Implement secure local storage for sensitive user and vehicle data
• Work with GPS, Bluetooth, motion sensors, and other telematics technologies
• Implement geofencing and location-based features

Agile Collaboration & Teamwork

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define and implement features
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Share knowledge and help team members grow
• Contribute to technical discussions and architecture planning
• Work effectively in an agile environment

Testing and Deployment

• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests for all code
• Perform thorough testing across various devices and OS versions
• Create and maintain automated UI testing frameworks
• Participate in CI/CD pipeline development and maintenance

Security, Performance & Compliance

• Apply best practices for mobile security to protect sensitive data
• Design solutions that optimize battery usage, background processing, and network consumption
• Develop strategies for offline functionality and resilience
• Optimize application performance under various network conditions

Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing

• Stay current with mobile development trends and technologies
• Propose and implement improvements to development processes
• Document code, APIs, and technical decisions
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing
  

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Professional experience in mobile development commensurate with the role level
  
• Proficiency in Kotlin for Android
• Experience with building SDKs and designing clean APIs
• Proven real-world experience using Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) in professional projects
• Understanding of mobile platform capabilities and best practices
• Familiarity with software architecture patterns and dependency injection
• Knowledge of secure coding practices for handling sensitive data
• Strong understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and accessibility
• Familiarity with various testing approaches for mobile applications and SDKs
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in teams

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with telematics, IoT, or connected vehicle technologies
  
• Knowledge of device sensors and data collection methodologies
• Experience with Compose Multiplatform
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical content
• Experience with machine learning or data processing on mobile devices

Why should you join us?

• Brand new collaborative, open-concept office for those days when you want to work collaboratively in person! We’re located in the Waterloo tech hub: the David Johnson Research + Technology Park
• Flexible remote working options
• Opportunity to work within a global team
• We’re an innovative technology leader with plans for growth in the global telematics industry. These are some exciting times!
• Company-paid group health (and dental) benefits program, with no waiting period - they start from day one!
• RRSP matching program

• Flexible holiday policy to really make the most of your time and wellbeing
  
• 'Work From Anywhere' Policy - work almost anywhere in the world for 30 days per year!
• Paid volunteering days
• Employee Assistance Program and an enhanced maternity/paternity package
• Kudos Hub - a peer-to-peer recognition system, where you can recognize others using points. These points can be collected and redeemed against a huge catalog of rewards!
  
  

At IMS, we believe innovation thrives through diversity of thought, background, and experience. Research shows that women and individuals from historically underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re passionate about what we’re building and feel you could make a meaningful contribution—even if you don’t check every box—we strongly encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for. Even if you do not meet all of the above criteria, please consider applying! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch with our HR team, [e-mail].

IMS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.