Senior Android Developer

Air Chefs; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health-tech company in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Android Developer to design and maintain applications that enhance health platforms. The candidate will focus on maintaining existing applications and contributing to team development practices. Required qualifications include a strong background in Java, experience in Android development for over 5 years, and a relevant educational background. This role offers the opportunity to work in an innovative environment and collaborate with a talented team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience as an Android Developer.
• Proven record of delivering and maintaining Android applications end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the full application lifecycle.
• Develop clean, efficient, and reusable Android applications.
• Ensure timely, quality delivery with stakeholders.

Skills

Java

Reactive programming

Modular code design principles

RESTful API integration

Git (version control)

Kotlin

CLEAN or MVVM architectures

Experience with automated testing frameworks

Experience working within regulated environments

Education

National Senior Certificate

Diploma or degree in Computer Science

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Android Developer to design, build, and maintain mobile applications that support innovative health-tech platforms. The role will primarily focus on maintaining and upgrading existing Android applications while ensuring all code is scalable, reliable, and aligned with best practices. You will also provide input on Android architecture and contribute to mentoring other developers when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Analysis & Planning (20%)
• Participate in the full application lifecycle from planning and design to development, deployment, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Design well-structured and reusable application architectures.
• Research and evaluate new technologies to optimise development efficiency.
• Contribute to user story creation, estimation, and project planning.
• Manage dependencies and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines.

• Development & Testing (50%)
• Develop clean, efficient, and reusable Android applications using best practices.
• Integrate RESTful APIs and other services into mobile solutions.
• Use version control systems effectively and adhere to team standards.
• Prepare and maintain testing environments and support automated testing practices.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent fixes for issues.
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines and DevOps processes relevant to mobile development.
• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation.

• Collaboration & Reporting (20%)
• Provide clear progress updates, highlighting risks and issues when needed.
• Contribute to peer code reviews, knowledge sharing, and innovation discussions.
• Work closely with teammates and stakeholders to ensure timely, quality delivery.
• Support continuous improvement by offering feedback and suggesting improvements.

• Quality & Compliance (10%)
• Deliver solutions in line with regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, SOC2).
• Adhere to internal quality frameworks and security policies.
• Ensure all testing is performed according to specifications and best practices.
• Keep supporting documents and change logs up to date.

Requirements

Education

• National Senior Certificate (essential).
• Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Software Development, or related field (preferred).

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience as an Android Developer.
• Proven record of delivering and maintaining Android applications end-to-end.
• Skills & Knowledge
• Essential:
• Java
• Reactive programming
• Modular code design principles
• RESTful API integration
• Git (version control)
• Desirable:
• Kotlin
• CLEAN or MVVM architectures
• Experience with automated testing frameworks
• Experience working within regulated environments or quality management frameworks