Android Developer

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: Design and develop advanced Android applications using Kotlin for OTT platforms Integrate and customize video players (ExoPlayer, JWPlayer, etc ) for VOD and live streaming Build live streaming features using RTMP/HLS and integrate CDN for optimal delivery Develop and maintain live chat and messaging modules using Firebase, WebSockets, or third-party SDKs Implement advanced features like Picture-in-Picture (PiP), offline downloads, adaptive streaming, and content encryption Optimize application performance including memory usage, app size, loading time, and battery usage Ensure the app is compliant with Google Play policies and OTT-specific standards (DRM, geo-blocking, etc ) Collaborate with backend developers, UI/UX designers, and QA teams for seamless integration Keep up with emerging mobile trends like Jetpack Compose, Kotlin Coroutines, and modern architecture patterns (MVVM/Clean) Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code Required Skills: Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDK Experience in building OTT/video streaming apps Solid knowledge of ExoPlayer, DRM, HLS/DASH, and streaming protocols Proficiency in real-time communication: Firebase, WebSockets, or similar Familiarity with MVVM, Clean Architecture, Jetpack Components, Coroutines, and Flow Experience with performance tuning and memory profiling Knowledge of REST APIs, GraphQL, and JSON parsing Experience with third-party SDKs and libraries related to analytics, crash reporting, and in-app purchases Good understanding of Play Store publishing, CI/CD, and app lifecycle management Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Jetpack Compose and Modular app architecture Familiarity with OTT analytics tools like Conviva, Google Analytics, Mixpanel, etc Knowledge of AWS Media Services, CDNs, or edge caching solutions Prior experience in multi-language/multi-region apps and subscription-based models Exposure to AI/ML features in mobile (e g , recommendation systems)