Android Developer at Betway Africa

• As an Android Developer you’ll be supporting the delivery of new applications and modify existing applications where applicable based on the client’s needs, covering Design, Application development and Unit or other testing. This will help us excel at delivering scalable platforms to stay ahead of the game.

What you’ll be doing

As part of your role, your responsibilities will include:

• Design
• They work with clients to perform a needs analysis to update and modify existing applications where applicable and develop new software applications that provide solutions to client needs.
• They design new and innovative applications for their clients.
• They create different codes and run the statements through the process to ensure their working.
• The Android Developer modifies these applications as per the requirements of the organisation and the clients.
• They test the source code, develop the source code, understand the client’s requirements, design the prototypes and implement the codes to prevent any error.
• Where possible, reusable code is created.
• They maintain code and write automated tests to ensure the product is of the highest quality.
• Application Development
• The Android Developer is responsible for building and delivering scalable and low-latency services and applications for Android platforms and/or single page web applications.
• They design prototype application(s), indicate program unit structure and information architecture.
• They coordinate application plans with all relevant parties.
• The Android Developer is accountable for driving the full development lifecycle of single page web applications and/or Android application (concept, design, test, release, support, etc.) within deadline.
• Unit or other testing
• The Android Developer is accountable for testing source code and debugging code runs.
• They run tests for the application while it is being designed, to ensure there is no issue.
• This role is responsible for evaluating existing applications and performing updates and modifications.
• This role is expected to analyse old applications whenever required, to find bugs in the code, and identify missing features to find a way to adjust the new features in the already designed application.
• When they debug their applications, the Android Developer branches off the source code to make changes and then merges the code changes back into source or develops a new source code to remove the bugs.
• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

Essential skills you’ll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations
• A minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Relevant degree/ diploma
• Be prepared to work in a 24/7 environment
• Experience in working with agile Teams and successfully delivering agile based software projects
• Be able to work alongside Backend Development team to integrate application code into applications
• Design and build advanced applications for Android
• Kotlin
• Jetpack Compose
• Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve

It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:

• In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends
• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations
• Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards
• Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies
• Experience with Third-party libraries and API Integrations
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs
• XML/JSON
• Familiarity with Cloud Message APIs and Push Notifications
• Native App Development
• Hybrid App Development
• TFS / Git
• Full understanding of MVC
• Proven working experience in Android app development
• Strong knowledge of Android SDK and different versions of Android
• Working knowledge of mobile landscape, architecture and emerging technologies
• Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code
• Debugging
• Ability to develop Android Applications to fit all mobile devices
• Reusable, Readable code