Android Developer Lead

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Lead end-to-end Android application development using Kotlin, Java, and native C/C++ (via JNI). Architect and maintain high-performance, scalable apps with clean and modular code structures (MVVM/MVC). Collaborate closely with Product, Design, Backend, and Hardware teams to define and implement features. Integrate native libraries and hardware components via JNI and Android NDK. Ensure performance optimization using tools such as logcat, adb, strace, gdb, and memory profilers.Work with REST/SOAP APIs to consume web services and manage data via JSON/XML. Develop background services and manage app lifecycle for real-time applications, including VoIP. Drive CI/CD, unit testing, instrumentation, and automated deployment. Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews and technical design discussions. Contribute to secure coding practices, encryption protocols, and enterprise mobility requirements. Package, sign, and distribute apps via managed Play Store, internal tools, or MDM platforms. Troubleshoot production issues on rugged or enterprise Android devices. Publish apps to Google Play Store and manage updates and release cycles. Preferred candidate profile 7+ years of experience in Android development with a strong foundation in Java and Kotlin. Strong understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, Gradle, and mobile architectural patterns (MVVM, MVP). Proven experience with libraries and frameworks like Dagger, Retrofit, RxJava, Glide, EventBus. Deep knowledge of multithreading, memory management, and lifecycle-aware components. Experience working with RESTful APIs, background services, FCM/GCM notifications. Proficiency with Git or SVN for version control and collaborative development. Experience building and publishing production-grade Android apps (at least 2-3). Strong debugging skills using adb, logcat, and native tools. Exposure to enterprise-grade development, secure coding, and rugged hardware environments. Nice to have skills: Experience in voice application development in Android Experience with Android Enterprise, MDM/EMM platforms. Understanding of cryptographic modules and secure communication protocols. Experience with Google Analytics, Firebase, Jira. Exposure to audio/video streaming or VoIP technologies. Background in working with custom Android builds or hardware interfacing. Prior mentoring experience or team leadership is a strong plus.