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A leading Security Solutions provider in Centurion is seeking a Senior Android Developer to join its consumer application team in Centurion. This is a hybrid, permanent role within an established organisation that values high-quality, stable, and scalable mobile experiences.
You will work alongside cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and backend engineers in a collaborative environment that encourages technical growth and continuous improvement.
DUTIES
Develop Android consumer applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Mentor and guide junior developers on the team through code reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance.
Integrate with external data sources and RESTful APIs, handling JSON data effectively.
Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new tools and libraries to maximise development efficiency.
Work closely with UI/UX designers to implement pixel-perfect designs that align with brand standards.
Ensure all Android applications are stable, high-performing, scalable, and maintainable.
Debug complex issues, optimise application performance, and contribute to architectural decisions.
Participate in sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives as an active team member.
REQUIREMENTS
Experience in role: 4+ years of Android development experience.
Must-have technical skills:
Java– solid working knowledge.
Kotlin– strong, production-grade proficiency.
Jetpack Compose– hands-on experience building UI with Compose.
Android expertise: Strong understanding of Android design principles, user experience patterns, and mobile app lifecycle.
API integration: Practical experience with RESTful APIs and JSON data handling.
Version control: Proficient with Git.
Leadership experience: Proven experience leading or mentoring developers (e.g., code reviews, technical guidance, task support).
Debugging: Strong debugging and problem-solving skills, including crash analysis and performance tuning.
ATTRIBUTES
Technical mentor– Willing to help junior developers grow while continuing to contribute hands-on code.
Quality-driven– Takes pride in delivering stable, performant, and maintainable applications.
Collaborative communicator– Able to work effectively with designers, product managers, and backend engineers.
Proactive learner– Stays current with Android and Compose ecosystem developments.
Detail-oriented– Implements designs faithfully and maintains brand and UI consistency.
Problem-solver– Approaches bugs and performance issues methodically and persistently.
Team player– Contributes to a positive, inclusive, and knowledge-sharing team culture.
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