Android Engineer

Welcome to MultiBank Group, a global financial pioneer established in 2005 in California and now proudly headquartered in Dubai, UAE. We specialize in delivering cutting-edge trading technology, unparalleled liquidity, and exceptional customer service. Our extensive range of financial products includes Forex, Metals, Shares, Indices, Commodities, and Cryptocurrency CFDs.

Join our thriving community of over 2 million clients across 100 countries, contributing to a daily trading volume exceeding US$ 35 billion. As a heavily regulated institution with oversight from 17+ financial regulators across 5 continents, and recipient of over 70 financial awards, MultiBank Group is devoted to innovation, excellence, and empowering our clients to achieve their financial goals.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly skilled Android Engineer with a strong background in Kotlin to join our mobile development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building high-performance, secure, and user-friendly Android applications, particularly within the fintech or trading sectors. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain innovative mobile applications that deliver a seamless experience for our users.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop advanced Android applications using Kotlin, with a focus on security, performance, and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, backend developers, and product managers, to define, design, and implement new features.
• Optimize the performance of Android applications through efficient coding practices and utilization of appropriate data structures.
• Ensure the highest level of security in mobile applications by following best practices for data protection and secure coding.
• Integrate with backend APIs and third-party services to enhance functionality and provide a seamless user experience.
• Maintain and improve the codebase for existing Android applications, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and best practices are followed.
• Write and maintain comprehensive unit tests, integration tests, and documentation to ensure the reliability and stability of the applications.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize application performance, identifying and addressing bottlenecks to improve speed and responsiveness.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve the Android development process.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance and code reviews to uphold high coding standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in Android development, with a strong emphasis on Kotlin.
• Proven experience in developing and launching successful Android applications, preferably in fintech or trading environments.
• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes.
• Proficient in using Android development tools such as Android Studio, Gradle, and Git.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services to connect Android applications to backend services.
• Solid understanding of mobile UX/UI principles and best practices.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for Android applications.
• Deep understanding of mobile app security best practices and experience in implementing secure coding practices.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Kotlin, with a strong understanding of Android SDK and development tools.
• Experience with Android frameworks and libraries, including Jetpack components (e.g., ViewModel, LiveData, Room).
• Knowledge of architectural patterns (MVP, MVVM) and design patterns.
• Experience with performance and memory optimization techniques specific to Android.
• Familiarity with Google Play Store submission processes and guidelines.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and methodologies (e.g., JUnit, Espresso).
• Knowledge of push notifications and Firebase services.
• Experience with integrating third-party libraries and APIs.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong focus on delivering high-quality software.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with remote and distributed teams.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Bonus Skills:

• Experience with financial services or trading applications.
• Familiarity with blockchain technologies and mobile wallet integrations.
• Experience with hybrid app development frameworks like React Native or Flutter.
• Knowledge of ARCore or other advanced Android frameworks.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Why Join Us?

• Work with an industry-leading global financial institution.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
• Commitment to innovation and professional excellence.

Become part of our international community at MultiBank Group, dedicated to excellence, innovation, and shaping the future of finance.