Senior Android Developer

Position Name – Senior Android Developer

Type of hiring – Fulltime

Location – Remote Canada

Job Description:

Looking for a highly skilled Senior Android Developer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality retail mobile applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Android development using Kotlin/Java, expertise with modern Android libraries and tooling, and a strong understanding of Agile methodologies. This role requires a self-starter with a focus on performance, scalability, and delivering exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Android applications for retail and enterprise environments.
• Implement clean, scalable, and efficient code following industry best practices.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, backend engineers, QA teams, and product managers.
• Optimize app performance and ensure seamless integration with APIs.
• Debug and resolve technical issues to enhance stability and user experience.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and code reviews.
• Monitor metrics, analytics, and app performance, proposing improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years – Professional Android development experience.
• 6+ years – Strong expertise in Kotlin (with proficiency in Java).
• 5+ years – Proven experience with modern Android libraries and tooling (Jetpack, MVVM, Compose, Navigation, etc.).
• 3+ years – Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• 3+ years – Knowledge of authentication protocols (OAuth, JWT) and API security best practices.
• 3+ years – Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).

Nice to Have

• 5+ years – Solid knowledge of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and JSON processing.
• 3+ years – Familiarity with Spring Boot or Node.js for backend integration.
• Retail domain experience, ideally SCMFA (Supply Chain Manufacturing and Finance Administration).
• Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL).
• Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Design and UX sensibilities.
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks (Appium, Firebase Test Lab, Perfecto).

Behavioral Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail, delivering high-quality results under pressure