Freelancer Mobile Engineer (Java/Kotlin) at The Delta

Who we are looking for

• We are looking for an innovative and driven Mobile Developer to work on a scaled-out platform that is centered around live streaming and providing VOD to a large audience. An ideal candidate is someone with experience on both the Android and TVOs platforms and has a proven track record developing applications for both platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Determine the structure and design of mobile and tv apps.
• Develop the latest user-facing features using Java and Kotlin.
• Design modern, highly responsive mobile and tv interfaces.
• Build reusable components and libraries for future use.
• Translate designs and wireframes into high-quality code.
• Strike a balance between functional and aesthetic design.
• Optimize components for maximum performance across a vast array of devices.
• Be involved with projects from conception to completion that are technologically sound and aesthetically impressive.

What you’ll need

• 6+ years experience in the mobile and/or web development field.
• Experience with development tools, Gradle, Android Studio, etc.
• Experience with integration of RESTful APIs
• Proficiency in Java/Kotlin programming languages.

Knowledge/understanding of:

• Android SDK and APIs.
• Modern authorisation mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token.
• Source control systems such as Git.
• Project management methodologies, such as Agile, SCRUM and Kanban.

Familiar with:

• Backend technologies such as RESTful APIs, JSON, and web services.
• Testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito.
• App store signing and release processes.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements.
• Critical thinker and problem-solver who pays attention to detail.
• Ability to engage, influence, and inspire stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment.
• A high degree of organisation, individual initiative, and personal accountability.
• Team player.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Great interpersonal, troubleshooting and communication skills.

Bonus points if you have

• Experience with React Native.
• Working experience with Firebase sdk’s.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, system design, and algorithms.