Android Developer

Methods; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy to grow your skills

Meaningful project work

Collaborative environment

Flexible working

Job summary

Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited is seeking an experienced Android Developer to join a multidisciplinary team delivering public-facing digital services in the UK. You will build, improve and maintain accessible Android applications, shaping technical decisions and upholding high software standards.

The role focuses on Kotlin-based development within an agile environment, collaborating with designers, PMs, QA, and fellow developers to deliver robust mobile solutions that scale

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience developing Android apps.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDK.
• Experience with APIs and backend integration.
• Automated testing knowledge (unit/UI).
• Familiarity with Git and modern workflows.
• Understanding of clean code, modularity and maintainability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality Android applications using Kotlin.
• Translate requirements into reliable, maintainable technical solutions.
• Write clean, well-tested code following modern Android practices.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, QA and other developers in an agile team.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural decisions.
• Develop automated tests and contribute to CI/CD processes.
• Investigate and resolve defects and performance issues.
• Ensure security, accessibility, privacy and performance throughout development.
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Android development

Kotlin

API integration

Automated testing

Git

Code quality

Tools

Git workflows

CI/CD

Android Jetpack

REST APIs

Coroutines

Job description

Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited

Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.

Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.

We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. At Methods we have fun while working hard; we are not afraid of making mistakes and learning from them.

Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.

Methods was acquired by the Alten Group in early 2022.

We are looking for talented Android Developers to join a digital delivery team working on services that make a real difference to people across the UK.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of developers, designers, product managers, delivery professionals and technical specialists to build, improve and maintain high-quality digital services used by millions of people.

You will be responsible for developing robust, accessible and user-centred Android applications, contributing to technical decisions and helping to maintain high standards of software engineering across the team.

This is an opportunity to work on meaningful public-facing technology while contributing to the continued development of modern government digital services.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain high-quality Android applications using Kotlin
• Translate user and business requirements into reliable, maintainable technical solutions
• Write clean, well-tested and maintainable code following modern Android development practices
• Work collaboratively with designers, product managers, QA professionals and other developers within an agile multidisciplinary team
• Participate in technical discussions, code reviews and architectural decision-making
• Develop automated tests and contribute to continuous integration and delivery processes
• Investigate and resolve technical issues, defects and performance problems
• Consider security, accessibility, privacy, resilience and performance throughout the development lifecycle
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team
• Help establish and maintain development standards, patterns and best practices
• Keep up to date with developments across the Android and wider mobile technology ecosystem
• Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative engineering culture and support colleagues through mentoring and knowledge sharing where appropriate

Requirements

Essential technical skills

Android Development

• Strong commercial experience developing applications for Android
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin
• Good understanding of the Android SDK and Android development ecosystem
• Experience developing applications using modern Android development patterns and practices
• Experience working with APIs and integrating mobile applications with backend services
• Experience with automated testing, including unit and UI testing
• Experience using Git and modern software development workflows
• Understanding of software engineering principles including clean code, modularity, maintainability and version control
• Experience diagnosing and resolving application defects and performance issues

Desirable technical skills

• Experience with Java and maintaining or modernising existing Java codebases
• Experience with Jetpack Compose and/or traditional Android Views
• Experience with Android Jetpack libraries and modern Android architecture components
• Experience with asynchronous programming and Kotlin Coroutines
• Knowledge of Android application architecture and design patterns
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build and deployment processes
• Experience working with cloud-based services and RESTful APIs
• Familiarity with mobile application security and data protection principles
• Experience developing accessible applications in line with recognised accessibility standards
• Experience with analytics, monitoring and application performance tools

Benefits

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
• Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership
• A supportive and collaborative environment

As well as this we offer:

Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training

Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible Working - including home working and part time

Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes

Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year

Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation

Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution

Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary

Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme

For a full list of benefits please visit our website (www.methods.co.uk/careers/benefits)