Photon Interactive
Posted 2mo ago

Developer Android - Chicago

Photon Interactive
Chicago or United States
$33k-$117k/yrOnsiteFull Time, Contract
Responsibilities
  • designing apps
  • developing apps
  • troubleshooting issues
Requirements
  • 7+ years Android development experience
  • Strong Kotlin and/or Java skills
  • Experience with Android SDK/Studio
  • Jetpack components
  • RESTful APIs/JSON
  • MVVM/MVP, Git, CI/CD, and Agile
Technical tools mentioned
KotlinJavaAndroid SDKAndroid StudioJetpackLiveDataViewModelNavigationRESTful APIsJSONGitCI/CDJIRAMVVMMVP

Job description

  • Perform and implement daily operational activities impacting mid-level components of the technology and engineering functions, including writing efficient and scalable Android code and scripts.
  • Design, develop, and maintain Android applications using modern frameworks, tools, and best practices in an Agile environment.
  • Contribute to deployment operations, including pre-release, upgrades, and production monitoring, ensuring application stability and performance.
  • Analyze system requirements and design documents to gain a comprehensive understanding of application functionality and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Participate in application design, architecture, and development, collaborating closely with architects to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Evaluate compatibility of applications with existing APIs, backend systems, and mobile device environments.
  • Build scalable, high-performance, and reliable mobile solutions aligned with business and product goals.
  • Develop and maintain web services integration (REST APIs), ensuring seamless communication with backend systems.
  • Provide recommendations to improve application performance, UI/UX, and development processes.
  • Manage and update sprint tasks, JIRA tickets, and issue tracking, ensuring transparency in Agile workflows.
  • Develop, enhance, and support mobile applications, prototypes, and reusable components.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
  • Perform root cause analysis, document findings clearly, and implement long-term solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, backend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to share progress, risks, and updates.
  • Contribute to defining development processes, coding standards, and acceptance criteria.
  • Support the development of mobile development standards, protocols, and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in Android application development.
  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin and/or Java.
  • Experience with Android SDK, Android Studio, and Jetpack components (LiveData, ViewModel, Navigation, etc.).
  • Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and third-party integrations.
  • Strong understanding of mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, MVP).
  • Experience with version control systems (Git).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and release management.
  • Knowledge of performance optimization, memory management, and security practices in mobile apps.
  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Compensation, Benefits and Duration

Minimum Compensation: USD 33,000

Maximum Compensation: USD 117,000

Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.

Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.

This position is available for independent contractors

No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post

About Photon Interactive

Full-service digital agency driving AI-led digital transformation.

Year founded
2007
Employees
6000
Organization type
Private
Latest investment
Raised $21.50M Series A (2021)
Headquarters
GB

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