Senior Android Developer

Senior Android Developer - Android, Kotlin, MVVM, Java, XML - health care apps

Central London

circa £80k DoE discretionary annual Bonus

Hybrid working - 3-4 days per week in the office

A cracking opportunity for a Senior Android Developer to join a small, acclaimed, highly creative app and technology company (circa 20) known for ground-breaking patented technology in the health care field, including several patents in the pipeline. The apps are truly innovative and positively impact people’s lives.

We’re looking for a proactive and experienced, technically hands-on Senior Android Developer with a strong track record of delivering high-quality apps and tackling complex engineering challenges. You will be highly respected in your current role for your deep Android, Kotlin, MVVM expertise.

The apps are fully native, primarily developed in Kotlin, with legacy Java code being phased out. The technologies run directly on the phone with limited server interactions.

You’ll be a collaborative, engaging team player who can mentor others and lead by example when it comes to engineering best practices. It is envisaged the role will evolve into a leadership position.

Essential Skills and experience:

• 6+ years of high-level Android development experience, with a wider software engineering background (8+ years in total)
• Excellent Kotlin skills and comfortable with other languages e.g. Java
• A strong numerate Degree (Computer Science/similar)
• Able to work independently, as well as confidently pair program with others
• Good understanding of Android lifecycle, MVVM
• Compose UI with knowledge of XML Views (for legacy code)
• Strong Android architecture knowledge
• Focus on creating an optimal Android experience and extensive knowledge of Android-specific challenges

Desirable:

• Experience working in an agile, start-up environment
• C/C++, multiplatform development
• OpenGL
• Swift

Benefits:

• Competitive salary circa £80k annual Bonus
• Opportunities for professional growth including into leadership
• Flexible working
• A hybrid model with at least 3 days each week in the office