Android Developer - Kotlin/SDK

Industry : HealthTech.

Location : Mumbai (work in office).

Designation : Sr. Android Developer.

WORK IN OFFICE.

Working Days : Mon. to Fri.

Working Time : 9.30 am to 6.30pm.

Experience : 5 to 7 years.

CTC : (depends on Candidates Current CTC, Market standard % hike on current ctc/ skillsets / Experience).

Job Description :

In this role, you will lead the development and optimization of our Android applications, ensuring high-quality user experiences and robust, scalable solutions. You will play a critical role in shaping the architecture and driving technical excellence, working closely with cross-functional teams including product, design, backend, and QA. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Android development, possess a solid understanding of GraphQL and RESTful APIs, and be familiar with FHIR standards. Additionally, knowledge of Pub/Sub patterns and WebSocket principles for event-driven architectures will be highly valued. You will also be a mentor to other engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of our mobile engineering practices. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and want to contribute to creating impactful mobile solutions in the Healthtech space, wed love to have you on board.

Responsibilities :

Android Application Development :

- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, reusable, and reliable code for Android applications using Kotlin.

- Build intuitive and engaging user interfaces by collaborating with UI/UX designers.

- Optimize applications for maximum performance, responsiveness, and scalability.

API Integration & Architecture :

- Integrate GraphQL APIs alongside RESTful APIs and leverage their strengths to deliver efficient and dynamic data handling.

- Implement FHIR-compliant solutions for interoperability with healthcare systems.

- Architect and implement event-driven features using Pub/Sub patterns and WebSocket principles.

Architecture & Technical Leadership :

- Define and implement architectural patterns such as MVVM or other clean architecture principles.

- Drive the adoption of best practices for Android development, including modularization, dependency injection, and unit testing.

- Ensure code quality through rigorous code reviews and automated testing frameworks.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Work :

- Work closely with backend engineers to design and integrate APIs and other data services into mobile applications.

- Collaborate with QA engineers to establish test automation frameworks and ensure the delivery of bug-free applications.

- Partner with product managers to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Mentorship & Team Development :

- Act as a technical mentor for junior and mid-level Android engineers, providing guidance and fostering growth.

- Contribute to the team knowledge-sharing by documenting processes, conducting workshops, and presenting new ideas.

- Assist in hiring efforts by conducting technical interviews and evaluating potential candidates.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement :

- Stay updated on the latest Android development trends, tools, and technologies to ensure the team remains at the cutting edge.

- Identify areas for improvement in existing systems and processes and propose innovative solutions.

- Proactively address technical debt and improve the scalability and maintainability of the codebase.

Requirements :

Qualifications :

- Programming Languages : Expertise in Kotlin; familiarity with Java is a plus.

- Android SDK : Deep knowledge of the Android ecosystem, including Android Jetpack components, ViewModels, LiveData, Room, and WorkManager.

- GraphQL & APIs : Solid understanding of GraphQL, with experience in designing and integrating GraphQL APIs alongside RESTful APIs.

- FHIR Standards : Familiarity with FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) or willingness to learn and implement FHIR-compliant solutions.

- Event-Driven Systems : Knowledge of Pub/Sub patterns and WebSocket principles for building responsive, real-time applications.

- UI Development : Strong understanding of Material Design principles and ability to create pixel-perfect UIs.

- Testing : Experience with unit testing (e.g., JUnit) and UI testing frameworks (e.g., Espresso, Robolectric).

- Tooling : Proficiency with Android Studio, Gradle, and version control systems like Git.

- CI/CD : Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment pipelines, especially for mobile apps.

- Experience with healthtech or other regulated industries, including familiarity with compliance standards such as HIPAA.

- Knowledge of mobile-specific security practices, such as encryption, secure storage, and authentication methods.

- Familiarity with Firebase services for analytics, crash reporting, and push notifications.

- Exposure to cross-platform frameworks like Flutter or React Native is a bonus, though the focus is native Android.

- Experience with multi-module app structures and large-scale Android application architecture.