Rider App - Android Developer

bajajauto; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Bajaj Auto in India is seeking an experienced Android Developer for Rider Apps and Connected Ecosystem. You will design and develop Android applications using Java and Kotlin, follow Material Design, and work with RESTful APIs to connect backend services.

Responsibilities include app lifecycle management, performance optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver robust mobile experiences. Prior experience in BLE, maps, or cloud integration is a plus.

Qualifications

• Essential: ME/MTech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or BE/BTech in CS/IT/Electronics
• Minimum 3 years but up to 8 years of experience
• Proficient in Android app development using Java and Kotlin, with Android Studio and Android SDK

Responsibilities

• Proficient in Android app development using Java and Kotlin.
• Strong experience with Android Studio and the Android SDK for building robust mobile applications.
• Hands-on experience in UI/UX design following Material Design principles.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and data exchange formats (JSON, XML) for connecting Android apps with backend services.
• Experience managing the Android app lifecycle, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with version control using Git, and Play Store hosting and updates.
• Experience in integrating mobile apps with cloud-based backend services for real-time synchronization.

Skills

Android app development

UI/UX design

RESTful APIs

Android app lifecycle

Git

Communication

Education

ME/MTech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or BE/BTech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics

Tools

Java

Kotlin

Android Studio

Android SDK

JSON/XML

Google Maps SDK

Mapbox

Spotify SDK

AWS / Google Cloud / Azure

Job description

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Department:
Rider Apps and Connected Ecosystem

Level:
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Job Title:
Android Developer

Reporting:
Functional Reporting to: Leadership, R&D – Rider Apps

1. Background

i) Educational Qualification

• Essential: ME/Mtech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics from a reputed institute or BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics

ii) Experience

• Minimum:3 years
• Maximum:8 years

2. Job Role & Responsibilities

Technical/Functional:

• Proficient inAndroid app developmentusingJavaandKotlin.
• Strong experience withAndroid Studioand theAndroid SDKfor building robust mobile applications.
• Hands-on experience inUI/UX design, following Android’s Material Design principles to create user-friendly, customer-facing applications.
• Solid understanding ofRESTful APIsand data exchange formats (JSON, XML) for connecting Android apps with backend services.
• Experience managing theAndroid app lifecycle, performance optimization, and troubleshooting for smooth, high-quality app experiences.
• Familiarity withversion controlusing Git, and Play Store app hosting and updates.
• Proven ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Experience in integrating mobile apps withcloud-based backend servicesto ensure seamless real-time synchronization.

Add-on Skills (Preferred):

• Connectivity:Experience integratingBluetooth Low Energy (BLE),Wi-Fi, and other connectivity technologies for communication between mobile apps and hardware systems.
• Maps Integration:Expertise in integratingGoogle Maps SDK,Mapbox, or other location-based services for features such as geofencing, navigation, and route mapping.
• Media Integration:Familiarity with integrating third-party SDKs likeSpotify SDKfor streaming and media control within the app.
• Cloud Architecture:Experience withcloud platformslikeAWS,Google Cloud, orAzurefor mobile app backend integration.
• Basic understanding ofembedded software systemsand their integration with mobile applications.
• Exposure to automotive-related mobile platforms likeAndroid Auto.

3. Competency Requirements

Behavioural:

• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Self-driven and capable of working both independently and within interdisciplinary teams.
• Passionate about delivering customer-facing, innovative applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

4. Likely Sources