Android Developer (Mid-Level)

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is looking for a Mid-Level Android Developer to contribute to an innovative team. You will work on developing shared codebases for Android applications, enhancing mobile performance, and driving product improvements. The position offers flexible working hours and the opportunity to impact the insurance industry positively.

Benefits

Flexible working and leave options

Benefits focused on your development and wellbeing

Opportunity to shape a growing business

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Android programming with Kotlin and Java.
• Experience in native Android development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the development and improvement of Android applications.
• Supporting product and technology improvements.
• Enhancing the performance of the Mobile Team.

Skills

Android programming

Kotlin

Java

Version control (Git)

Automated build systems (Jenkins)

UNIX/Linux command line

Interpersonal skills

BDD

TDD

Unit testing

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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Android Developer (Mid-Level), Chelmsford

Client:

The Floow

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Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Want to join the team transforming the global insurance industry?

At The Floow, we harness data and social science to influence driver behavior and reduce road risks. Join us to help make driving smarter, safer, and more affordable.

What you'll be doing

• Contributing to the development and improvement of our native shared codebase and toolchain. Our technology is used to produce an SDK and white-label Android applications tailored to our clients' needs.
• Supporting product and technology improvements, refactoring, and testing enhancements. Working on adapting existing technology, building proof-of-concepts, and exploring new mobile app designs.
• Enhancing the performance of the Mobile Team. Participating in planning, proposing ideas, sharing knowledge, and contributing to team success.
• Developing autonomous working skills within the team. Refining tasks from conception to completion and continuously improving domain knowledge.
• Sharing knowledge and developing best practices within the Mobile and Technology Teams.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Android programming with Kotlin and Java.
• Experience in native Android development.
• Experience with version control (Git) and automated build systems (Jenkins).
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux command line.
• Willingness to use Kotlin Compose and understanding of UX best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate.
• Fluency in English, with good communication skills.
• Experience with BDD, TDD, and working with privacy/security-related technology.
• Understanding of unit and behavioral testing.
• Professional mindset and self-sufficiency.

Desired but not essential:

• Experience supporting non-mobile developers with hybrid tools (Cordova, ReactNative, Flutter).
• Experience with Android behavioral testing and power-efficient background code.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience building libraries, frameworks, and APIs.
• Understanding of DI frameworks.
• Experience with microelectronics or Bluetooth Low Energy devices.

We value diversity and your passion. If you think you can contribute, apply even if you don't meet all criteria.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to shape a growing business and make a positive impact.
• Flexible working and leave options.
• Benefits focused on your development and wellbeing.

Additional details:

• Work hours are typically 9am–5.30pm with some flexibility.
• Reporting to the Lead Android Engineer.
• Fully remote work, with occasional team meet-ups in Sheffield, UK.
• UK residency and right to work required.
• This is not a management role.
• Interviews conducted virtually, with possible in-person final interview.