Software Engineer-Mobile Development (Android)

Philadelphia International Airport•Philadelphia, PA

48d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you're interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here. What We Offer: Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs. Benefits - We care about your well-being. The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia's businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city's technology assets and the return on the city's technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency. You will: Develop and maintain high-quality Android applications using React Native and native Android technologies Build responsive mobile interfaces that work seamlessly across various Android devices and screen sizes Collaborate with the mobile development team to establish best practices for Android-specific development Implement Android-specific features including push notifications, background services, and device integrations Ensure applications comply with Google Play Store guidelines and submission requirements Write clean, maintainable code following Android development best practices and coding standards Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members Work closely with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect designs optimized for Android platforms Debug and resolve Android-specific issues across different device manufacturers and OS versions Optimize app performance for various Android hardware configurations Integrate with backend APIs and services to deliver seamless user experiences Stay current with Android development trends, tools, and Google's evolving platform guidelines Contribute to the continuous improvement of the mobile development process and toolchain Support production applications and respond to critical issues as needed Development Develops native Android applications and React Native cross-platform solutions Implements Android-specific UI components and navigation patterns Integrates with Android system services and hardware features Optimizes applications for performance across diverse Android device ecosystem Collaboration Works effectively with cross-functional teams including designers, backend developers, and product managers Participates in agile development processes including sprint planning and retrospectives Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Quality Assurance Writes comprehensive unit tests and integration tests for Android applications Performs thorough testing across multiple Android devices and OS versions Follows established QA processes to ensure high-quality app releases

Requirements

Strong proficiency in React Native development with focus on Android platform optimization
Solid understanding of Android development fundamentals including Activities, Fragments, Services, and Content Providers
Experience with Android Studio, Gradle build system, and Android SDK tools
Knowledge of Material Design principles and Android UI/UX best practices
Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and Java/Kotlin programming languages
Understanding of Android app lifecycle, memory management, and performance optimization
Experience with Android-specific libraries and frameworks (Retrofit, Room, WorkManager, etc.)
Familiarity with Google Play Console and app store submission processes
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex mobile applications
Experience with version control systems, preferably Git
Understanding of RESTful APIs and mobile app security best practices
Knowledge of automated testing frameworks for mobile applications
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the modern mobile platform and common architectures
Strong understanding of the key differences in supported hardware and features across the mobile device landscape
React Native
Server-side programming languages such as .NET Core, Node.js, or PHP
Command line and shell scripts
Web application security concerns and ways to mitigate them
Git, or similar version control systems
SQL, and usage of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MSSQL
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Containerization
Automated test/deployment pipelines
API design and development

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain high-quality Android applications using React Native and native Android technologies
Build responsive mobile interfaces that work seamlessly across various Android devices and screen sizes
Collaborate with the mobile development team to establish best practices for Android-specific development
Implement Android-specific features including push notifications, background services, and device integrations
Ensure applications comply with Google Play Store guidelines and submission requirements
Write clean, maintainable code following Android development best practices and coding standards
Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members
Work closely with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect designs optimized for Android platforms
Debug and resolve Android-specific issues across different device manufacturers and OS versions
Optimize app performance for various Android hardware configurations
Integrate with backend APIs and services to deliver seamless user experiences
Stay current with Android development trends, tools, and Google's evolving platform guidelines
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the mobile development process and toolchain
Support production applications and respond to critical issues as needed
Develops native Android applications and React Native cross-platform solutions
Implements Android-specific UI components and navigation patterns
Integrates with Android system services and hardware features
Optimizes applications for performance across diverse Android device ecosystem
Works effectively with cross-functional teams including designers, backend developers, and product managers
Participates in agile development processes including sprint planning and retrospectives
Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Writes comprehensive unit tests and integration tests for Android applications
Performs thorough testing across multiple Android devices and OS versions
Follows established QA processes to ensure high-quality app releases

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.
Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

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