Android Application Developer

Info Resume Edge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company based in Manchester is seeking a skilled Android Application Developer. In this role, you will design and maintain high-performance mobile applications while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of experience and strong expertise in Java/Kotlin. This position offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation and quality standards in mobile app development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Android application development.
• Proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin.
• Strong knowledge of Android SDKs and UI design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Android applications using Java/Kotlin.
• Collaborate with designers and backend developers.
• Publish and manage apps on the Google Play Store.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Android SDKs

Git

Firebase

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Android Studio

MVVM

MVP

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented and passionate Android Application Developer to design, build, and maintain high-performance, user-friendly Android applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Java/Kotlin, modern Android SDKs, and a deep understanding of mobile development best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy Android applications using Java and/or Kotlin.

• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver intuitive mobile experiences.

• Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party libraries to enhance app functionality.

• Maintain and improve existing applications, fixing bugs and optimizing performance.

• Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code.

• Ensure apps meet quality standards through unit testing and code reviews.

• Stay updated on emerging trends in Android development, tools, and frameworks.

• Publish and manage apps on the Google Play Store, including handling updates and release cycles.

• Ensure compliance with data privacy, security standards, and platform guidelines.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• 2+ years of experience in Android application development.

• Proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin and familiarity with Android Studio.

• Experience with MVVM or MVP architectural patterns.

• Strong knowledge of Android SDKs, Jetpack components, and UI design principles.

• Experience with Git, Firebase, and version control systems.

• Solid understanding of mobile app lifecycle, memory management, and asynchronous programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with reactive programming (RxJava, Coroutines, LiveData).

• Knowledge of CI/CD for mobile apps and Play Store deployment processes.

• Experience with cross-platform tools like Flutter or React Native is a plus.

• Published at least one app on the Google Play Store.