Senior Android Software Engineer

PressReader; Richmond; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Richmond is seeking a Senior Android Software Engineer to develop key software components and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in Android development, strong skills in Kotlin and Java, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $120,000.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits

15 paid vacation days

fitness subsidy

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in developing Android applications.
• Proficient in crafting reliable and scalable software systems.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop key software components for applications.
• Engage in estimating project efforts and timelines for delivery.
• Coach and/or mentor junior engineers on the team.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Android SDK

Agile methodologies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jetpack

Android Studio

Gradle

Git

Job description

Overview

PressReader is a rapidly growing technology company that partners with the world’s leading publishers to deliver content to millions of users in over 160 countries. Our progressive approach to digital distribution has allowed publishers such as The Washington Post, The Guardian, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, The Globe and Mail, and Vogue to find new audiences through business partnerships, including airlines, hotels, cruise ships, libraries, and thousands of other companies worldwide.

Our technology also powers Branded Editions (BE) - a white-label solution that enables publishers to deliver their digital content in interactive ways. BE allows them to build a customizable platform that supports a wide range of revenue opportunities.

We have a full-time opportunity for a Senior Android Software Engineer to join our Engineering Team.

As part of the Engineering team, you will work on an award-winning digital platform, and work across various stages of the software development cycle. You will use your proven experience in Android software development to heighten our current and future projects. You will help shape the culture and success of our Engineering department.

This is a great opportunity for a developer who has about 5+ years of experience working with Android applications as part of a professional team. Solid experience with Kotlin and Java is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop key software components for PressReader applications, both baseline and branded editions.
• Deliver code with top-tier quality while adhering to development best practices, employing test-driven development methodologies, and supporting delivery automation.
• Engage in estimating project efforts and timelines for delivery.
• Take charge in conducting peer design and code reviews.
• Identify technical, schedule, and other potential project risks, providing pertinent feedback.
• Actively collaborate with teammates, both mobile (iOS and Android) and backend, and maintain effective communication with project stakeholders to ensure smooth and predictable project progression.
• Create and uphold high-caliber technical documentation outlining software designs and solutions.
• Coach and/or mentor junior engineers on the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in developing Android applications.
• Proficient in crafting reliable and scalable software systems.
• Extensive knowledge of Kotlin, Java and Android SDK.
• Various dev. tools like Jetpack, Compose, Dagger, Android Studio, Gradle, Git.
• Design patterns and frameworks like RxJava, Coroutine, MVI, MVVM, Clean Architecture.
• Testing tools: Junit, Mockito, Robolectric, Espresso.
• Proficiency in refactoring complex code to enhance testability and maintainability.
• Knowledge or experience in test-driven development and agile/iterative development methodologies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with strong interpersonal abilities.
• A team-player mindset with a willingness to broaden skills and actively contribute ideas and knowledge.

Bonus points

• Hold a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.

Why us for your next career adventure?

PressReader offers a hybrid work environment to balance the flexibility of working from home and being together to collaborate, celebrate, and connect. This position is based in our Richmond, BC office and requires to be on-premises three days a week. When not in the office, employees have the opportunity to work remotely.

Compensation and benefits

PressReader is committed to providing a fair compensation package which include a 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefit plan; 15 paid vacation days to start; health and wellness days and bereavement days; reimbursements for professional training and membership in professional associations; fitness subsidy and more, along with a chance to be working with amazing people. The pay range for this role is $110,000 to $120,000, depending on experience.

We thank everyone who is interested in our role. Only qualified candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be directly contacted for this position.

How to apply

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed for this job, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive and diverse company and we welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, sexual identification, and life experiences. If you require accommodation in completing any pre-employment assessments or applications, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

To apply, please submit your resume, and a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this role.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate. We can’t wait to meet you!