Mindstix - Sr. Android Developer

Job Description Mindstix is looking for talented Android developers to join our award-winning mobility team. You will be responsible for designing and developing highly engaging enterprise and consumer mobile Apps for our global brands and markets. Roles and Responsibilities Creative problem solving and rapid prototyping to validate new product ideas. Collaborate with product managers to analyze requirements and groom user stories. Collaborate with UX and creative teams to translate designs into high-quality App experiences. Adopt net-gen Android capabilities: Instant Apps, On-demand Apps, Apps for Foldables. Develop Apps using modern Android components: Jetpack Compose, Data Binding, Lifecycles, LiveData, Navigation, Paging, Room, ViewModel, WorkManager. Integrate Mobile Backend as a Service (MBaaS) platforms, SDKs, and APIs: Google Firebase, AWS Amplify. Work with external data sources and APIs using REST, Retrofit, Glide, GraphQL, Room. Building, maintaining, and optimizing components for reusability across a wide range of Android devices. Troubleshooting and debugging application code to improve performance and stability. Unit testing code for robustness, edge cases, usability, and reliability. Collaborate with specialists in security engineering, release management, build and test automation. Distribute apps to Google PlayStore or enterprise environments using Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms such as MobileIron and AirWatch. Launch production-grade apps for global brands with incredible business impact: eCommerce, Digital Learning, Consumer Tech, Health Tech, Hospitality and SaaS. Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or allied streams. 3+ years of hands-on experience in developing Android applications using Java or Kotlin. Strong foundations in computer science, data structures, algorithms, and programming logic. Strong foundations in core Java: Collections, Multi-threading, Concurrency, and Synchronization concepts. Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, MVC / MVP / MVVM architecture patterns, design patterns, and mobile application architecture. Experience with Android capabilities: Jetpack Compose, Data Binding, Lifecycles, LiveData, Navigation, Paging, Room, ViewModel, WorkManager. Experience in designing API specifications and integrating APIs with Android Apps using REST and GraphQL. Experience in managing application’s state using on-device storage capabilities: Caching, SharedPreferences, SQLite, RealmDB. Working knowledge of the modern mobility landscape, emerging technologies, and consumer trends. Understanding of mobile security standards, OWASP, secure coding, and GDPR is an added advantage. Experience with test automation frameworks such as Appium, and Robotium. Robo-electric would be an added advantage. Experience in the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. Benefits Competitive Compensation and Perks Accelerated Career Paths Flexible Work Environment Rewards and Recognition Health Insurance Coverage Sponsored Certifications Culture of Innovation and Creativity Mentorship by Industry Leaders Global Brands, International Exposure