Android Developer

Adecco; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Slough is seeking an experienced Android Developer to enhance their client's mobile app. You will design and implement new features while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of Android experience and is proficient in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working options

Ongoing opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience developing for Android.
• Proficiency in writing and maintaining unit tests to ensure code quality.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Kotlin

Jetpack Compose

Android SDK

Unit Testing

RESTful APIs

MVVM Architecture

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

Role

Android Developer

As an Android Developer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, coding, and implementing customised solutions for our client's Android mobile app. Your expertise will greatly contribute to the success of their organisation by enhancing their mobile app with new features and custom functionality. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including business stakeholders, administrators, and other developers, to deliver high‑quality solutions that meet business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximise development efficiency.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience developing for Android.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
• Strong understanding of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes.
• Experience with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back‑end services.
• Proficiency in writing and maintaining unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Strong understanding of Android architecture components (e.g., MVVM, MVP) and their implementation in scalable applications.
• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications.
• Knowledge of the open‑source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks.
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning.
• Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Perks

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid working options.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge mobile app development projects.

📩 Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV and a link to your portfolio or sample of your work. Join our client's dynamic team and make your mark in the world of Android development!

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding. Good luck! 🍀🏆

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