Android Developer (Mid-Level)

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

Job summary

A growing company seeks a Mid-Level Android Developer to join their team in Preston. You will contribute to developing a robust shared codebase, support innovations in mobile applications, and engage with a diverse team. With flexible working options and a focus on development, this role offers a unique opportunity to impact the insurance industry positively.

Benefits

Flexible working and leave options

Benefits supporting development and wellbeing

Opportunity to shape a growing business

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Android programming (Kotlin and Java) is essential.
• Experience with native Android development and version control (Git, Jenkins).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the development of a native shared codebase and toolchain.
• Supporting technology improvements, testing automation, and exploring new app designs.
• Participating in planning and enhancing the Mobile Team’s performance.

Skills

Android programming

Kotlin

Java

Version control

Unix/Linux knowledge

Behavior-driven development (BDD)

Test-driven development (TDD)

Unit testing

Interpersonal skills

Fluent English communication

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Job description

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Android Developer (Mid-Level), Preston, Lancashire

Client: The Floow

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: 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?

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

What you’ll be doing

• Contributing to the development and improvement of our native shared codebase and toolchain. Our technology produces an SDK and various white-label Android applications tailored for clients.
• Supporting product and technology improvements, refactoring, and testing automation. Work on new technology prototypes and explore new app designs or mobile products.
• Enhancing the Mobile Team’s performance. Participate in planning, propose ideas, and share knowledge to ensure team success.
• Developing autonomous working skills. Manage loosely defined tasks and deepen your domain knowledge.
• Sharing knowledge and best practices with the team.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Android programming (Kotlin and Java).
• Experience with native Android development.
• Experience with version control and build systems (Git, Jenkins).
• Unix/Linux command line knowledge.
• Willingness to use Kotlin Compose and understanding of UX principles.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration ability.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Experience with BDD, TDD, and security-sensitive technology.
• Ability to write unit and behavioral tests.
• Professional mindset and self-sufficiency.

Preferred but not essential

• Experience supporting hybrid mobile development tools.
• Experience with Android behavioral testing and power-efficient background code.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with libraries, APIs, DI frameworks, and microelectronics or Bluetooth LE devices.

We value diversity and your potential to contribute to our culture. If you’re passionate and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

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

Additional details

• Working hours are typically 9am–5:30pm, with occasional flexibility.
• Reporting to the Lead Android Engineer.
• Remote work with occasional team meetups in Sheffield, UK.
• Must be UK resident with the right to work.
• This is not a management role.
• Interviews are virtual, with possible in-person final interviews.