Software Engineer III - Android Developer

Bonus Type

Summary

In this role, you’ll lead the development of Android projects, promote best programming practices, and mentor other Android developers. You’ll also provide application support, develop and document Android applications, and maintain related documentation and configuration.

Job Description

The Android Software Engineer III is a proficient technical resource who works with development leads and other senior engineers to design and implement features and functionality for mobile applications with minimal supervision. You’ll research new technologies, frameworks, and libraries relevant to Android, looking for trends and opportunities to creatively support business needs. You will effectively communicate with project managers, analysts, architects, development teams, and line-of-business representatives to provide transparency and manage expectations.

Team Culture

Our mission is to empower our company, teammates and customers through the delivery of resilient and customer-centric technology. We achieve this by leveraging our expertise in technology and deep understanding of our business units.

How You'll Spend Your Time

• Creating and maintaining complex Android applications.
• Writing clean, well-documented Kotlin (or Java) code efficiently with minimal guidance.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve software defects in Android apps.
• Engaging in Agile Scrum ceremonies for successful, timely delivery of Android projects.
• Leading code reviews and offering feedback for compliance with Android coding standards and best practices.
• Assessing new Android technologies, tools, and programming languages (e.g., Jetpack Compose, modern Android libraries).
• Mentoring and guiding junior Android engineers with your expertise.
• Designing and implementing Android app solutions tailored to business and user needs.
• Navigating and guiding the team through technical challenges and architectural decisions specific to Android.
• Keeping pace with evolving trends and best practices in Android development, advocating for their adoption to elevate workflows and product quality.
• Providing intermittent assistance outside standard business hours as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technology field and/or 8+ years of related professional experience, with significant experience in Android application development.

• Banking and financial services experience a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication/interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with version control tools such as Git.
• Advanced knowledge of Android Studio, debugging techniques, and build tools (e.g., Gradle).
• Ability to lead technical Android initiatives and drive results.
• Experience defining coding and quality standards for Android.
• Proficient in Kotlin and/or Java; familiarity with Jetpack libraries, Compose, and Android architectural patterns (MVVM, Clean Architecture, etc.).
• Strong understanding of mobile software architecture and design principles, including performance optimization and scalability for mobile platforms.
• Experience working with CI/CD tools such as CircleCI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
• Experience with cloud-backed Android applications (e.g., Firebase, AWS Mobile SDK).
• Understanding of local database design principles (Room, SQLite).
• Leadership and teamwork abilities to collaborate effectively with other Android and cross-functional team members.
• Ability to travel and work after hours when required.