Android Developer – W3Global – Plano, TX

Responsibilities:

• Android App Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Android applications using Kotlin, Java, and Jetpack Compose, adhering to best practices and architectural patterns.

• Architecture and Code Quality: Lead the development efforts by providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality code through code reviews and adherence to coding standards.

• Performance Optimization: Identify and address performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other issues to ensure the applications are smooth and responsive.

• Unit and UI Testing: Demonstrate a strong focus on testing by writing comprehensive unit tests and conducting UI testing using frameworks like JUnit and Espresso to ensure the stability and reliability of our applications.

• Cross-Platform Collaboration: Collaborate with the iOS development team to ensure consistency across platforms and share knowledge on best practices.

• GraphQL Integration: Leverage your expertise in GraphQL to implement efficient and scalable APIs that communicate with backend services.

• Emerging Technologies: Stay up to date with the latest advancements in Android development, GraphQL, and other relevant technologies to continuously improve our applications.

• Problem Solving: Analyze and solve complex technical challenges related to mobile application development and provide creative solutions.

• Code Quality and Documentation: Write clean, modular, and testable code, and maintain clear and concise documentation to facilitate collaboration within the team.

• User Experience: Work closely with the design team to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience, making data-driven decisions to enhance user satisfaction.

• Troubleshooting and Bug Fixing: Investigate and troubleshoot reported issues, providing timely bug fixes and updates to maintain app stability.

• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality applications on time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 10+ years of professional experience in Android app development with a proven track record of delivering successful applications.

• Strong expertise in GraphQL, including its implementation and integration into Android applications.

• Proficiency in Kotlin and Java for Android development, along with a solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.

• Experience with Android Studio, Gradle, and version control systems like Git.

• Deep understanding of Android UI/UX design principles and best practices for creating intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces using Jetpack Compose.

• Knowledge of various Android architectural patterns (Clean, MVVM, MVP, etc.) and experience with dependency injection frameworks (e.g., Dagger, Hilt).

• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and their integration into mobile applications.

• Familiarity with the latest Android features, libraries, and development tools.

• Excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to think critically, and a strong attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

• Strong passion for mobile technology and a desire to stay up to date with industry trends and best practices.