Android Software Engineer

Cognizant; Jalgaon; Hybrid; INR 4,012,000 - 5,302,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global organization

Medical insurance

Training (Udemy)

Team events

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Cognizant in India (Maharashtra, Jalgaon) is seeking an Android Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain native Android apps using Kotlin and Java. You will engage in the full SDLC, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure high quality releases.

Key responsibilities include agile ceremonies, RESTful API integration, testing, and code reviews. The role offers a hybrid work model, with competitive salary ranges and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Essential skills include Kotlin, Java, Android SDK and Android Studio.
• Nice to have: Azure, AWS, GCP and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Participating in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Developing and maintaining Android native applications using Kotlin and Java.
• Integrating with RESTful APIs and back-end services.
• Writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
• Collaborating with product managers and stakeholders to deliver features on time.
• Performing code reviews and improving development processes.
• Following Google's design principles and ensuring good UX guidelines.
• Troubleshooting and optimizing performance and memory usage.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Android SDK

Android Studio

Tools

RESTful APIs

Git

Job description

The Android Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of Android native software applications using Kotlin and Java. The Android Software Engineer will be involved in all aspects of the software development life cycle, including requirement gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment. Good working knowledge of Android SDK and Android Studio are essential for this role.
Good knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle, automated testing and DevOps stack are also important. The Android Software Engineer will also have to collaborate with other team members, including other software engineers, product managers, business analyst and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software on time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participating in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-up meetings, and retrospectives.
• Collaborating with other team members to gather and understand requirements for new features and enhancements.
• Developing and maintaining Android Native mobile applications using Kotlin, Java, Android SDK and Android Studio.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect iOS applications to back-end services.
• Familiarity with performance and memory tuning with tools.
• Understanding of Google's design principles and interface guidelines.
• Writing unit tests and integration tests to ensure code quality and maintainability.
• Participating in code reviews and incorporating feedback from other team members.
• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications.
• Good working knowledge of code versioning tools such as Git.
• Troubleshooting and debugging issues.
• Continuously improving the software development process and practices.
• Communicating with stakeholders and other team members to ensure project goals are met.
• Keeping up-to-date with the latest technologies and industry trends to improve the software and the development process.
  

Job Requirements

• Essential Skills: Kotlin, Java, Android SDK, Android Studio.
• Nice to Have Skills: Azure, AWS, GCP, automated testing

What we offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a global organization.
• Encouraging working atmosphere, engaging activities, and extra benefits (e.g. additional medical insurance (covers gym subscription), team events, outreach activities, and others);
• Hybrid work model with remote work opportunities ( 3/5 days weekly from the office)
• Open, modern, and ergonomic work environment when working from the office with the multicultural community.
• Opportunity to grow professionally and personally (e.g. Udemy) and continuously develop within the domain.
• The salary range for this position is from 3.374 to 4.459 EURO gross before taxes.*
  *Salary offer for the candidate is determined based on the predefined salary ranges for the position and depends on the level of competence and experience of the candidate.
  

Cognizant, as a digital company, makes employee health and safety its top priority. With that in mind, we are implementing virtual hiring and work practices which means all interviews will be conducted online as well as live from the office
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.