Android Developer - Careers - Velvetech

VELVETECH LLC; Town of Florida (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software development company in New York is looking for an Android Developer. You will develop applications, focusing on user experience, and collaborate with various teams. Candidates should have strong skills in Java and Kotlin, along with proficiency in Android development. Additional experience with AI-driven tools is preferred. The role provides opportunities for growth and continuous learning.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Support for career development

Continuous learning programs

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Android and deep expertise in Java required.
• Experience with creating high-quality user experiences essential.
• Proficient with AI-driven development tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop applications for Android, collaborating with design and iOS teams.
• Support applications using Kotlin, Java, and web services.
• Document planning and implementation processes in Jira.

Skills

Android development

Java

RESTful JSON APIs

Kotlin

Problem-solving

Git

Tools

Android DevTools

Jenkins

GitLab

GitHub

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Velvetech is a global software development company with 20+ years of experience, delivering best-in-class software engineering and exceptional client services.

We have expertise in consulting, development, implementation, and support of software solutions, utilizing technologies such as .NET Core, Node.js, Java, and cloud infrastructures like AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Areas of expertise include modern backend solutions, microservices architecture, and web UI front-end development using React, Angular, and mobile development using Swift, Kotlin, and Java.

Principles are based on Agile Methodology, Scrum, and Kanban, with projects built using GitLab, GitHub, Jira, Confluence, MS Teams, and Slack.

Responsibilities

Develop applications for devices powered by the Android operating system, working remotely and collaborating with the design team and iOS developers.

• Development and support of applications using Kotlin, Java, RxJava, Android DevTools, and web services (JSON REST)
• Continuous integration with Jenkins
• Applications development for new projects using Scrum and Agile
• Documentation of planning and implementation processes in Jira and Confluence

Requirements

• Android development with strong knowledge of Android and deep expertise in Java
• Consuming RESTful JSON APIs and WebSockets
• Using existing frameworks and APIs effectively
• Producing clear and concise technical documentation
• Techniques to achieve high-quality user experiences
• Writing efficient, maintainable, and reusable code
• Design, data structures, problem-solving, and debugging skills
• Git for version control
• Strong focus on usability in app design and development

AI-related requirements

• Proficiency in AI-driven development tools
• Strong prompt engineering skills
• Critical understanding of AI tools boundaries
• Utilizing artificial intelligence for debugging, code quality, and documentation

Considered an Advantage

• Experience with Kotlin
• Familiarity with Jetpack Compose
• Experience with modern Android app architectures
• Exposure to Android Jetpack libraries
• Use of Firebase or other cloud-based services

Our team

We are a friendly team of 150+ professionals, valuing high performance, responsibility, respect, and loyalty, with opportunities for growth, skills improvement, and professional certification.

We invest in our people, providing additional education, certification, and support for career development, and encourage continuous learning and progress.