Android Developer

JMS Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology staffing agency in Houston is seeking an Android Developer to create secure mobile applications for drone control. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of Android development experience, strong Kotlin proficiency, and knowledge of mobile security best practices. Responsibilities include designing applications, collaborating with various teams, and delivering high-performance user interfaces that prioritize reliability and security. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to critical public safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional Android development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin, with Java experience as a plus.
• Deep knowledge of Android SDK and Jetpack libraries.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Android applications for drone control.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless interoperability.
• Create intuitive interfaces optimized for speed and reliability.

Skills

Android development

Kotlin

RESTful APIs

Mobile security best practices

Job description

Base pay range: $90,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

Android Developer

We’re seeking an Android Developer who is excited to build secure, reliable, and user-friendly mobile applications that connect operators directly to our drone technology. Your work will put mission-critical intelligence at the fingertips of first responders, helping them save lives in high-stakes situations.

Key Responsibilities

• App Development: Design, build, and maintain our clients' Android applications for drone control, fleet management, and real-time video streaming.
• System Integration: Collaborate with robotics, backend, and cloud teams to ensure seamless interoperability between drones, mobile devices, and cloud services.
• User Experience & Performance: Create intuitive, responsive, and secure interfaces optimized for speed, low latency, and reliability in challenging environments.
• Quality & Security: Write clean, testable, and maintainable code while applying best practices for app security and data privacy.
• Collaboration: Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and cross-functional discussions.

Qualifications - Required

• 3+ years of professional Android development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin (Java experience is a plus).
• Deep knowledge of Android SDK, Jetpack libraries, and modern architecture patterns (MVVM, Clean Architecture, etc.).
• Experience integrating RESTful APIs, WebSockets, or gRPC.
• Familiarity with mobile video streaming, real-time communications, or low-latency data handling.
• Strong grasp of mobile security best practices (data encryption, secure storage, authentication).

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Public Safety