The Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Android developer to join our growing company. You will collaborate as part of a team of developers to work on creating and maintaining Android apps.
As an Android developer, you will need to be familiar with the Android ecosystem and mobile app development, including familiarity with popular app frameworks and software development best practices. Your duties will include maintaining existing codebases, including bug fixing, and creating apps from scratch as part of a team while following all coding guidelines and industry best practices.
Responsibilities
Below are some of the responsibilities an Android developer is expected to assume in their position:
- Designing and developing apps for the Android ecosystem
- Creating tests for code to ensure robustness and performance
- Fixing known bugs in existing Android applications and adding new features
- Working with external software libraries and APIs
- Working with designers to turn design templates into working apps
Job Qualifications and Skill Sets
Below are the qualifications expected of an Android developer:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, application performance, or a related field
- Solid understanding of common programming tools and paradigms, such as version control, use of frameworks, and common design patterns
- Proficiency with Android Studio and Android SDK tools
- Excellent knowledge of the Java programming language
- Familiarity with mobile applications and development, including the use of hardware such as accelerometers, cameras, and gyroscopes
- Comfortable working as part of a cross-functional team and with code written by others, including bug fixing, and refactoring legacy code
- Excellent communication skills
