Senior Android Engineer & Tech Lead

Options Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Options Group is looking for a skilled software engineer in New York to lead a team in the development of the comiXology Android and Kindle apps. You will define the development roadmap and implement best practices for the Android team, while mentoring fellow engineers.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience with Java, extensive Android SDK knowledge, and the ability to manage complex projects. Excellent communication skills and a degree in computer science are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience working with Java and the JDK.
• Extensive knowledge of the Android Developers Kit.
• Have designed and developed a complete Android app.
• Experience with OpenGL or NDK and high performance graphics.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers in design and development.
• Define roadmap and development plans with leadership.
• Implement standards and promote best practices.
• Mentor team members and contribute knowledge.

Skills

Java and JDK

Android Developers Kit

Advanced Android UI Skills

Multi-threaded apps

Eclipse or Android Studio

Application submission process

Debugging with ADB

Mobile SDK experience

Object-oriented development

Version control (Git)

Web Services experience

Education

Degree in computer science or equivalent

Job description

Options Group is looking for a skilled software engineer in New York to lead a team in the development of the comiXology Android and Kindle apps. You will define the development roadmap and implement best practices for the Android team, while mentoring fellow engineers.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience with Java, extensive Android SDK knowledge, and the ability to manage complex projects. Excellent communication skills and a degree in computer science are required.