Android Developer

LA International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking an early-career Android Developer to design, develop, and maintain native Android apps using Kotlin and Android Studio. You will contribute across the full SDLC in a high-performing engineering team, applying modern software engineering practices.

You will work with product owners, designers, and testers in an Agile environment, implementing MVVM and SOLID principles, and supporting CI/CD and DevOps practices to deliver robust mobile solutions in a security-conscious

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Android Studio and the Android development ecosystem.
• Strong understanding of Android design principles and UI guidelines.
• Experience implementing MVVM architecture and design patterns.
• Knowledge of SOLID principles and clean coding practices.
• Experience with Android lifecycle management.
• Experience collaborating in Agile software development teams.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated software delivery.
• Experience or exposure to DevOps environments.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain native Android applications.
• Build robust and scalable mobile solutions using Kotlin and Android Studio.
• Develop user-focused applications following Android design principles.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, developers, and testers to deliver solutions.
• Apply MVVM architecture and established design patterns to create maintainable codebases.
• Implement SOLID principles to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Contribute to code reviews and promote engineering best practices.
• Support CI/CD processes and DevOps mindset.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• Stay current with Android technologies and industry best practices.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and drive technical solutions.

Skills

Android development

MVVM architecture

SOLID principles

CI/CD pipelines

Agile teamwork

Debugging

Communication

Problem solving

DevOps mindset

Memory management

Tools

Android Studio

Kotlin

Gradle

Job description

We are seeking talented Android Developers to join a high-performing engineering team delivering innovative mobile solutions. This opportunity is ideal for early-career developers with strong coding capabilities who are passionate about mobile development and modern software engineering practices.

This is a hands-on individual contributor role focused on designing, developing, and maintaining Android applications using modern development tools and frameworks. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to create high-quality, scalable, and maintainable mobile applications while contributing to all stages of the software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain native Android applications.
• Build robust and scalable mobile solutions using Kotlin and Android Studio.
• Develop user-focused applications in line with Android design principles and interface guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, designers, developers, and testers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Apply MVVM architecture and established design patterns to create maintainable codebases.
• Implement SOLID principles to improve code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Contribute to code reviews and promote engineering best practices.
• Support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues throughout the development lifecycle.
• Maintain a DevOps mindset, understanding how software and infrastructure interact to support production systems.
• Stay current with emerging Android technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and drive technical solutions within your domain.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency with Android Studio and the Android development ecosystem.
• Good understanding of Android design principles and user interface guidelines.
• Experience implementing MVVM architecture and associated design patterns.
• Strong understanding of SOLID principles and clean coding practices.
• Knowledge of Android application lifecycle management.
• Experience collaborating within Agile software development teams.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated software delivery processes.Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of the Android compilation and build process.
• Knowledge of how source code is transformed into executable applications.
• Experience or exposure to FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources).
• Understanding of memory management concepts, including garbage collection and reference management.
• Experience working within DevOps environments.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development practices.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about mobile technology and Android development.
• Eager to learn and embrace new technologies.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated with a desire for continuous improvement.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.