Android Architect

Ampcus, Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. is seeking a hands-on Android Architect to design and deliver native Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose. The role focuses on building scalable architectures with cloud-backed services and robust integration with server APIs.

Reston, VA based, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ship high‑quality mobile software. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep Android expertise, experience with GraphQL, Gradle, and AWS services, and a proven track record of

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Android development experience with native apps.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
• Experience designing, deploying and releasing Android apps to Google Play.
• Experience with Android frameworks and API architectures such as GraphQL.

Responsibilities

• Design and build high-quality native mobile applications for Android.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and engineering teams to define and deploy new features.
• Connect the application to backend tools, cloud services, APIs, and push notifications.
• Maintain high engineering standards in code quality and automation.
• Participate in testing to ensure proper functionality and security.

Skills

Kotlin

Jetpack Compose

Android architecture

Reactive programming

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Gradle

Apollo GraphQL

AWS Dynamo

AWS Lambda

AWS S3

AWS SNS/SQS

REST APIs

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Android Architect

Location(s): Reston, VA

Summary

Hands on Android Architect with solid understanding of developing in an Android Architecture and the varying layers: Data, View, Presentation, Repository, Domain, etc.; Expertise in developing in Kotlin with understanding of reactive and functional programming; Advanced experience using Compose (the view layer in which most would have used XML before advancing to this technology).

About the Opportunity

As a Senior Android Engineer, you are a highly skilled mobile developer and innovator. You possess extensive knowledge and expertise in building mobile applications using Kotlin and developing in cloud-based technology & solutions. You relish the opportunity to bring your ideas and your love of coding to support, enhance and define the future of our Android native mobile applications used by millions of students. You have an innate ability to work seamlessly with cross‑functional teams while developing applications that integrate and communicate effectively with server‑side APIs and enterprise backend systems. You are collaborative and intentional about aligning Android development with broader engineering projects, ensuring a cohesive and scalable product architecture. You build strong relationships with Product Owners as a reliable technical partner in prioritizing the backlog, identifying problems, determining options to solve the problem, and communicating issues that have a broader scope.

• Kotlin
• Jetpack Compose
• Gradle
• Android Design Principles / Interface Guidelines
• AWS – Dynamo
• AWS – Lambda
• AWS – S3
• AWS – SNS/SQS
• Automated Device testing

In this role, you will:

• Design and build high‑quality native mobile applications for the Android platform
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications
• Collaborate with Product Owners and across engineering teams to define, design, and deploy new features
• Connect the application to back‑end tools including the cloud, APIs, and push notifications
• Assist with maintaining high engineering standards in code quality, organization, and automation
• Participate in testing to ensure proper application functionality
• Implement encryption techniques to protect content

Team Operations & Success

• Participate in Agile SCRUM ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Grooming, Daily standups, Demos, etc.) and contribute to team deliverables
• Participate in peer reviews of software engineering artifacts
• Assist in the identification and resolution of production issues
• Ensure the team is adhering to development standards and security policies and procedures
• Operate the mobile app, monitor its operations and address operational issues on a regular cadence.

About You

• Ideally 10+ years of software development experience with a significant focus on Android native mobile applications
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose
• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, deploying and releasing Android applications in the Google Play store
• Experience with Android frameworks, and Apollo Kotlin / GraphQL is preferable
• Understanding of fundamental Android APIs, frameworks, capabilities, UI styles, and paradigms
• Understanding of UI design and a user-oriented focus
• Knowledge of performance limits and characteristics
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Proven ability to work in concert with cross‑functional engineering teams and business partners
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Additional nice‑to‑haves:
  • Capability developing applications for multiple target platforms from a single codebase
  • Hands‑on experience with server‑side APIs and enterprise backend systems & JSON/XML
  • Skill in API architecture in collaboration with backend teams
  • Experience with backend for front‑end server‑side systems to optimize client‑side experiences
  • Experience and a willingness to work with the Agile software development methodology in a fast‑paced, iterative, and multi‑functional setting with contributors from various backgrounds, talents, and locations

You Have

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related work experience
• Minimum of 10+ years of professional software development
• Minimum 8+ years of Native Android development, including 2+ years in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose and experience with Gradle is highly preferable
• Exhibit a portfolio of Android apps designed and developed
• Experience with Android frameworks, especially Apollo Kotlin / GraphQL is preferable
• Extensive experience developing end‑to‑end Android mobile apps, including design, development, and deployment to app marketplaces with a good understanding of performance limits.
• You are authorized to work in the United States of America

Differentiators

• Understanding of UI design and a user-oriented focus
• Understanding of fundamental Android APIs, frameworks, capabilities, UI styles, and paradigms
• Understanding of Google's Material Design and user interface guidelines
• Hands‑on experience with RESTful / GraphQL APIs to connect to back‑end services and JSON/XML
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Experience and a willingness to work with the Agile software development methodology in a fast‑paced, iterative, and multi‑functional setting with contributors from various backgrounds, talents, and locations

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.