Software Developer - Android (Kotlin)

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Software Developer specializing in Android development using Kotlin. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and at least two years of programming experience, preferably with Java. Responsibilities include maintaining coding standards, developing applications, and ensuring quality documentation throughout the software lifecycle. This contract position is located in Cape Town, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum of two years programming experience with Android development using Java preferred.
• A background in Android development is preferred, but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality engineering documentation and communication.
• Works collaboratively on coding issues during the development lifecycle.
• Monitors and maintains software design patterns and coding standards.
• Participates in developing technical specifications for projects.
• Coordinates development of tools and scripts for development support.
• Configures development environments and integrates applications with external data sources.
• Builds Android applications using Kotlin and Java.

Skills

Kotlin

Android Studio

Gradle

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the job Software Developer - Android (Kotlin)

Contract position

• Must have experience with Kotlin, Android Studio, Gradle and Android Development Environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field required
• A background in Android development is preferred, but not necessary
• Minimum of two years programming experience with Android development using Java preferred

Responsibilities:

• Ensures the quality of engineering documentation to communicate project concepts, design specifications, development processes, and technical deliverables
• Works with other developers on coding issues that may arise throughout the development lifecycle
• Monitors and maintains software design patterns, coding conventions, and coding standards
• Participates in the development of technical specifications for all projects
• Coordinates the development of tools, utilities, and scripts to support development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of the code
• Configures development environments and develops applications that integrate and communicate with external data sources, such as databases, corporate intranets, or third-party websites
• Builds applications for Android using Kotlin, Java, and/or Kotlin Native
• Works with Kotlin language for Android application programming