Lead Android Developer

EX Squared LATAM; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join EX Squared LATAM as a Lead Android Developer and take ownership of the Android development lifecycle for a premium client in the automotive space. This position demands strong technical expertise, team mentoring, and collaboration within a distributed engineering environment, providing an excellent opportunity to influence the mobile experience.

Benefits

USD-based contract for 6 months

Fully remote across LATAM

Access to EX Squared University for learning

Recognition through Assembly, our appreciation platform

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with the Android SDK and diverse screen sizes.
• Advanced skills in Java and/or Kotlin, Android Jetpack, MVVM, MVP, or MVI.
• Proficient in English (C1 level).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of engineers.
• Translate design concepts and user requirements into functional Android applications.
• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate APIs.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

Android SDK

UI/UX principles

Collaboration

Tools

Docker

Git

Testing frameworks

Job description

Become an EXpert as a Lead Android Developer

At EX Squared LATAM, we help global brands transform their operations through innovative digital solutions. We’re currently seeking a Lead Android Developer based in LATAM to join a long-term digital initiative for a premium international client in the automotive space.

This is a great opportunity to shape the mobile experience for a widely recognized brand, collaborating with a distributed team of engineers, architects, designers, and product specialists.

What You’ll Do

As Lead Android Developer, you’ll take ownership of the Android development lifecycle—from architecture to deployment—while mentoring a team and ensuring technical excellence:

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of engineers in a collaborative, high-performance environment

• Translate design concepts and user requirements into functional, high-quality Android applications

• Design modern, scalable, and responsive app architectures

• Develop and maintain intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces

• Implement robust navigation flows and optimize apps across screen sizes and resolutions

• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate APIs (RESTful and/or GraphQL)

• Conduct thorough testing, including unit testing and debugging

• Follow Android development best practices and stay up-to-date with the latest technologies

• Work closely with cross-functional teams (QA, UI/UX, Product) to deliver reliable solutions

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a highly skilled and proactive Android expert who can lead by example and drive technical quality:

• 7+ years of experience with the Android SDK and diverse screen sizes

• Advanced skills in Java and/or Kotlin, Android Jetpack, and architecture patterns like MVVM, MVP, or MVI

• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, performance tuning, and accessibility (ideally WCAG 2.2)

• Experience with Docker, Git, and continuous integration tools

• Hands-on expertise with testing frameworks (e.g., Mockito, Espresso, Robolectric)

• Familiarity with push notifications, offline storage, and cloud messaging APIs

• Solid understanding of the full mobile development lifecycle and continuous delivery

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Previous experience working in Agile teams and mentoring junior developers

• Proficient in English (C1 level)

Nice to Have

• Experience with iOS development (Swift) or cross-platform tools (React Native, Flutter)

• Exposure to functional programming principles

Why Join EX Squared?

At EX Squared LATAM, we collaborate with industry leaders to build impactful digital products while fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and learning. You’ll be part of a passionate and multicultural team that thrives on challenges and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• USD-based contract for 6 months
• Fully remote across LATAM
• ️ Collaborative, flexible team culture
• Access to EX Squared University for learning and development
• Recognition through Assembly, our peer-to-peer appreciation platform