Senior Software Engineer (Android) at Youverify Full Time

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (Android)

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• We seek a highly skilled and experienced Senior Android Engineer to join our dynamic and innovative team.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in developing Android applications using Java and Kotlin and a strong background in building SDKs for Android applications.
• As a Senior Android Engineer, you will be key in designing, developing, and maintaining our cutting-edge mobile applications and SDKs, ensuring high performance, quality, and responsiveness.

Key Responsibilities
Design and Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Android applications and SDKs.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Java and Kotlin.
• Write tests that cover 80% of the code implementation.
• Implement new features and enhance existing functionalities based on user feedback and business requirements.

Architecture and Best Practices:

• Define and advocate for Android architecture best practices and coding standards.
• Ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of Android applications and SDKs.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure the robustness and reliability of applications and SDKs.
• Perform thorough code testing and debugging to identify and fix bugs and performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with security and data protection guidelines.

Documentation and Support:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for developed features, codebase, and SDKs.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Android applications and SDKs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in Android development.

Requirements
Experience:

• BSc or MSc Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other related area
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Android application development.
• Proven expertise in Java and Kotlin programming languages.
• Strong experience in building and maintaining SDKs for Android applications.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Android SDK, Android Studio, and related development tools.
• Solid understanding of mobile UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and web services integration.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Knowledge of software design patterns and architectural principles.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimizing mobile applications.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software.

What we Offer

• An opportunity to make an impact and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
• Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
• Excellent health insurance
• Gym membership & wellness resources
• Spousal Allowance
• Work tools ( Macbook Pro, Encrypted Flashdrive, YubiKey, Training etc)
• Hybrid & remote work offering
• Pension contributions

Application Closing Date
4th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes, cover letter, and portfolios to: [email protected] using “Android Engineer Application” as the subject of the mail.

Application Process

• Initial Screening
• Initial Call
• Technical Assessment
• Technical Interview
• The final interview includes a behavioural and a leadership interview
• Offer
• Onboarding
• Reference check

Note: Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.