Senior Native Android Developer at Glucode

About The Role

Overview

Are you passionate about building apps and do you want to reach millions of users through your code? Join us in building solutions that use the latest technologies and engage with likeminded people that deliver world class products.

Be the voice that guides customers through expert advice. Gather and inform requests for features to improve efficiency, performance and usability. Troubleshoot issues and correct software defects introducing automated tests that result in robust implementations.

Jump straight into collaboration and pairing with peers using every opportunity to grow. Plot your career using our Engineering Growth Framework to take the path best suited for you.

Finally, get a chance to document projects, creating customer software manuals and developing prototypes for new software technologies.

Ideal Education and Experience

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• 6+ years of native Android experience
• Solid experience with Java and Kotlin
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs, such as Firebase, AWS, Dagger, Glide etc
• Experience with TDD and ability to use Android unit testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito
• In-depth knowledge of source control systems, linting tools, CI systems, and unit testing
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Demonstrate debugging and problem solving skills
• A curious, passionate, growth-oriented mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Emotional intelligence, empathy and ability to establish trusting and strong relationships
• Ability to work in a self-driven, complex environment with multiple and changing priorities
• Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables

Responsibilities

• Keep up to date with the latest platform developments
• Maintain and extend existing development activities
• Work with customers to determine project requirements
• Design and develop software from client requirements and specifications
• Identify and eliminate software defects
• Improve the quality of the codebase through refactoring and introducing unit and UI automation testing
• Mentor and help grow lesser experienced developers
• Drive and grow the engineering team through engagement and input on initiatives and events
• Lead teams technically and be seen as an expert on the platform

Remuneration Overview

Remuneration

• Salary up to R90k based on experience and previous leadership/managerial experience.

Below is an overview on our benefits:

Group Scheme Benefits (Details on Company Contributions)

• Medical Aid: Glucode will contribute 2% of your base salary towards your monthly medical aid, should you select to join the Group Medical Scheme.
• Group Life Scheme: You will be added to the Group Life Scheme after being employed with Glucode for 3 (three) months. This covers life cover, funeral cover, chronic illness and severe disability. Benefit cover is calculated using your base salary and is provided by the Company.

Other Benefits

• Fitness Watch - To encourage employees to take care of their health and fitness, eligibility for the fitness watch benefit is after completing 36 months (3 years) service.
• Home Office Allowance - Every 3 (three) years, you will receive an allowance of R 5 000.00 to spend on your remote working setup to assist with setting up a comfortable and productive working environment. New joiners will receive this benefit after being in Glucode’s employment for 3 (three) months.
• Cellphone/Data Allowance: After working for Glucode for 3 (three) months, you are eligible for the data/cellphone allowance up to a maximum of R500.00 per month.
• Personal Device Insurance: Your personal mobile device can be added to Glucode's insurance at no cost to you. It’s not compulsory but an added benefit is offered.