What are the responsibilities and job description for the Android Lead position at Tekwissen?
Overview :
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is an American multinational information technology services and consulting company and is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses.
Title : Android Lead
Work Location : Plano, TX / Pleasanton, CA
Job Type : Contract
Work Type : Hybrid (onsite 2 days weekly)
Duration : 6 Months
Job Description : Job Summary :
An Android Lead will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced Android applications.
They should possess deep expertise in Kotlin and Java, applying design patterns to ensure scalable and maintainable code.
They implement dependency injection frameworks like Dagger or Hilt to manage object creation and dependencies efficiently.
Experience :
12 years
Required Skills :
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Over 12 years of experience in Android development.
Proficiency in Kotlin and Java.
Strong understanding of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes.
Experience with design patterns, dependency injection, and networking libraries.
Familiar with Jetpack components and modern Android architecture.
Proven experience in unit testing and test-driven development.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience working in Agile / Scrum environments.
Leadership experience and a track record of mentoring junior developers.
Responsibilities :
Android Development :
Design, develop, and maintain advanced applications for the Android platform.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
Kotlin Expertise :
Utilize Kotlin for developing Android applications.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
Stay updated with the latest Kotlin features and advancements
Design Patterns :
Apply design patterns to solve complex software design problems.
Ensure code reusability, scalability, and maintainability.
Mentor junior developers on best practices and design principles.
Dependency Injection :
Implement dependency injection frameworks (e.g., Dagger, Hilt) to manage object creation and dependencies.
Ensure efficient and testable code by decoupling components.
Networking Libraries :
Integrate and manage networking libraries (e.g., Retrofit, OkHttp) for API communication.
Handle data synchronization, caching, and offline capabilities.
Jetpack Components :
Utilize Android Jetpack components (e.g., LiveData, ViewModel, Room) to build robust and maintainable applications.
Ensure adherence to modern Android architecture guidelines.
Unit Testing :
Write and maintain unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
Use testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito) to automate testing processes.
Perform code reviews and provide feedback to improve test coverage.
Communication :
Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
Document technical specifications and project requirements.
Present technical concepts and solutions clearly to non-technical audiences.
Agile and Scrum Skills :
Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives).
Collaborate with product owners and scrum masters to prioritize and deliver features.
Adapt to changing project requirements and timelines.
Leadership and Mentorship :
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior developers.
Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Lead code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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