Android Engineer

Jd.Com; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global e-commerce company is seeking an experienced Android Engineer to develop user-centric eCommerce apps for European markets. This role involves collaboration with product management to deliver high-quality mobile applications while addressing complex technical challenges and optimizing performance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Android development experience.
• Experience in one or more complete Android projects.
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Joybuy app.
• Sole technical challenges in the Android client.
• Research and experiment with new technologies.

Skills

Proficient in Kotlin

Familiar with Java

Android development frameworks

Problem identification skills

Self-learning ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Job description

About Us

JD.com (NASDAQ: JD, HKEX: 9618), also known as JINGDONG, has evolved from a pioneering e-commerce platform into a leading technology and service provider with supply chain at its core. Renowned for its supply chain innovation and excellence, the company has expanded into sectors including retail, technology, logistics, healthcare, and more, aiming to transform traditional business models with cutting-edge digital solutions. Know more about us: https://corporate.jd.com/

JD.com is seeking an experienced Android Engineer responsible for the development of our eCommerce Android apps in European countries such as the UK, France, Germany, and the Netherlands. In this role, you will implement user-friendly mobile eCommerce apps. You will work closely with product management and other engineering teams to deliver user-centric solutions in a dynamic, international environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the Joybuy app.
• Participate in product requirement discussions.
• Formulate scalable and suitable technical solutions.
• Develop according to requirements to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Solve technical challenges in the Android client and optimize product performance.
• Research and experiment with new technologies to promote the advancement of client-side technology within the team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in computer science or related field.
• 5+ years of Android development experience.
• Proficient in Kotlin programming language, familiar with Java, Android development frameworks, and commonly used third-party libraries.
• Good programming style, solid foundation in programming and data structures/algorithms; deep understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, with strong design capabilities.
• Familiar with Android performance optimization and memory optimization techniques, with strong problem identification and resolution skills.
• Experience in one or more complete Android projects, with core design and development responsibilities in at least one project.
• Passionate, with a strong ability to work under pressure, a strong sense of responsibility and teamwork spirit, good communication skills; keen interest in new technologies, capable of self-learning and rapid learning to continuously improve technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in eCommerce Android development.
• Proven track record of large user base apps (e.g., managing app products with over 1 million daily active users).
• Some cross-platform development experience.
• Committed to open-source projects.
• Proficiency in Chinese, German, French, Dutch, or other languages is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and challenging work environment in a leading global e-commerce company.
• The opportunity to work with a diverse international team and make a significant impact on JD.com's global presence.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and performance bonuses.

JD.com is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.