We are looking for an experienced Java Mobile App Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Android applications. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java, Android SDK, mobile application architecture, REST APIs, and third-party integrations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, secure, and user-friendly mobile applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Android mobile applications using Java.
• Develop clean, reusable, and efficient code following coding standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, UI/UX designers, Back End developers, and QA teams.
• Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party SDKs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues.
• Implement secure coding practices to protect application data.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain applications on the Google Play Store, including releases and updates.
• Work in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Stay updated with the latest Android technologies and industry best practices.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Java programming.
• Hands-on experience with Android SDK and Android Studio.
• Strong understanding of Android application life cycle.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML.
• Knowledge of SQLite and/or Room Database.
• Experience with Git or other version control systems.
• Understanding of Material Design principles.
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience integrating third-party libraries and SDKs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Kotlin.
• Knowledge of MVVM, MVP, or Clean Architecture.
• Experience with Firebase services (Authentication, Firestore, Cloud Messaging, Analytics).
• Familiarity with Jetpack components.
• Experience with Google Maps, Location Services, and Push Notifications.
• Experience publishing applications to the Google Play Store.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.

Technical Skills

• Java
• Android SDK
• Android Studio
• REST APIs
• JSON/XML
• SQLite/Room Database
• Firebase
• Git
• Gradle
• Material Design
• MVVM/MVP
• JUnit/Espresso (preferred)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in Android application development.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience delivering applications through the complete software development life cycle.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Adaptability to changing business requirements.

Nice to Have

• Kotlin development experience.
• Jetpack Compose knowledge.
• Experience with payment gateway integrations.
• Experience with BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), NFC, or IoT applications.
• Knowledge of Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or other CI/CD tools.
• Experience with unit testing and automation frameworks.

This JD is suitable for hiring mid-level to senior Java Android Mobile App Developers (3-6 years of experience) across product-based or service-based organizations.