Android Developer - Full Time and Contract Role - USC and GC's

Hudson Manpower; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Manpower Inc. is seeking an Android Developer to design, build, test, and maintain Android applications for the US market. You will collaborate with product owners and designers to deliver performant mobile experiences using modern Android technologies.

The role emphasizes Kotlin, Java, Android Jetpack, and REST API integration with clean, testable code and responsive UI. This contract/contract-to-hire role offers exposure to the full SDLC and Play Store deployment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Android development experience.
• Strong Kotlin skills with Java as a plus.
• Experience with Android Jetpack components (ViewModel, LiveData, Navigation, Room, WorkManager).
• REST APIs and JSON parsing experience; UI layouts with XML.
• Familiarity with Git and modern CI/CD practices; ability to write clean, testable code.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Android apps using Kotlin (Java where needed).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with UX/UI, backend, QA, and product teams.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and feature planning.
• Implement responsive UI based on design mockups; integrate REST APIs and SDKs.
• Support app deployment and maintenance (Play Store).
• Maintain documentation and adhere to SDLC standards.
• Stay updated on Android trends and best practices.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Android Jetpack

REST APIs

JSON parsing

XML UI layouts

Git

Unit testing

Espresso (UI testing)

MVVM

Coroutines

Flow

Tools

Android Studio

GitHub Actions

Bitrise

CircleCI

Job description

Android Developer

Location: United States (Relocate Anywhere Willing)

Employment Type: Contract / Contract to Hire / Full Time (W-2)

Experience: 4+ Years

Citizenship: US Citizen / Green Card Only (No sponsorship)

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate Android Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain mobile applications on the Android platform. You’ll collaborate with product owners and designers to build performant, user-friendly apps using modern Android technologies and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Android apps using
• Kotlin
• (Java where needed)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with UX/UI, backend, QA, and product teams
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code
• Contribute to architectural decisions and feature planning
• Implement responsive UI based on design mockups
• Debug and fix issues, optimize performance
• Integrate REST APIs and third-party SDKs
• Support app deployment and maintenance (Play Store)
• Maintain documentation & adhere to SDLC standards
• Stay updated on Android trends & best practices

What We’re Looking For

• Self-starter attitude
• Team player who learns quickly
• Strong attention to code quality & performance
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have:

• 4+ years Android development experience
• Solid
• Kotlin
• skills (Java a plus)
• Android Jetpack (ViewModel, LiveData, Navigation, Room, WorkManager)
• REST APIs, JSON parsing
• UI layouts with XML
• Familiarity with Git
• Good problem-solving & communication skills

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with
• MVVM
• ,
• Coroutines
• ,
• Flow
• Unit & UI testing (JUnit, Espresso)
• CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Bitrise, CircleCI)
• Familiarity with agile workflows