Android Developer

Astek Middle East; Al-Qassim Province; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Senior Android Engineer in Al-Qassim Province, Saudi Arabia. The role includes designing scalable Android applications, optimizing performance, and mentoring junior developers. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience with Kotlin and Java, alongside expertise in clean architecture and CI/CD. This position emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality mobile solutions. Exceptional problem-solving and strategic skills are essential to succeed in this challenging and rewarding position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Kotlin and Java.
• Expertise in clean architecture and design patterns.
• Experience developing multi-module Android projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex client requirements for Android applications.
• Architect Android applications using clean architecture.
• Optimize applications for speed and responsiveness.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Android SDK

RESTful APIs

WebSockets

Dagger

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jetpack Compose

Retrofit

Firebase

Job description

Job Title: Senior Android Engineer

Role and Responsibilities:

• Advanced Solution Design: Analyze complex client requirements and translate them into scalable, modular Android application features, emphasizing long-term maintainability and performance.
• Architecture & System Design: Architect and implement Android applications using clean architecture, multi-module project structures, and advanced design patterns (MVVM, MVI, etc.).
• Performance & Optimization: Optimize applications for maximum speed, responsiveness, and resource efficiency using profiling tools and performance metrics.
• Artifact Management & Publishing: Manage multi-repository projects and oversee the creation, versioning, and publishing of reusable artifacts (e.g., libraries, SDKs) to internal or external repositories (Maven, JitPack).
• Socket & Real-Time Communication: Implement and maintain real-time communication features using WebSockets or other socket protocols, ensuring robust, low-latency data exchange.
• Automation & CI/CD: Lead automation initiatives using Fastlane and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring reliable builds and deployments across multiple environments.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers, providing technical leadership and fostering a culture of innovation.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and drive best practices to ensure high-quality, maintainable code.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Champion automated testing (unit, integration, and UI tests) and enforce a strong quality-first approach throughout development.

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:

• Core Languages: 5+ years of experience with Kotlin and Java, with deep understanding of the Android SDK.
• Architecture & Design Patterns: Expertise in clean architecture and established design patterns.
• Multi-Module Projects: Proven experience developing and managing multi-module Android projects, enabling modularization and dynamic feature delivery.
• Networking & Sockets: Extensive experience with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and handling real-time data streams efficiently.
• Dependency Injection: Advanced usage of Dagger, Hilt, or Koin for dependency management.
• Concurrency: Strong knowledge of Coroutines, Flow, and managing complex asynchronous operations.
• Artifact Management: Experience building, publishing, and maintaining reusable libraries and artifacts in private and public repositories (Maven, JitPack).
• Build Automation & CI/CD: Expertise in Fastlane for automation and experience managing CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.).
• Version Control: Proficiency in Git, GitFlow, and handling complex branching strategies.

Preferred Tools & Libraries:

• Jetpack Compose for modern declarative UI design.
• Room, WorkManager, and Navigation Component for robust app architecture.
• Retrofit, OkHttp, and Moshi for network communication.
• Firebase services (Firestore, Cloud Messaging, Analytics) integration.
• Performance monitoring and optimization tools (e.g., LeakCanary, Firebase Performance).

Personal Skills:

• Strategic Problem-Solving: Ability to solve complex technical challenges with innovative solutions and foresight.
• Time Management & Prioritization: Skilled in managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Collaborative Mindset: Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and mentorship.
• Passion for Excellence: Commitment to continuous learning and delivering top-tier solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in Android development or related fields are a plus.