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We solve complex problems and build big ideas. We believe in the ability of technology to make the world a better place; we’re driven to rip through conformity and create new solutions, and smarter habits. We know why we’re here: To unleash the potential of people through the power of technology. We are people multiplied by the power of tech and together we are changing the world.\nCONTEXT | THE ROLE\nBeing a developer is not just about the ‘code’. At Platform45, our developers are all-rounders who can write exceptional, well-designed, and testable code but also collaborate effectively within their team and with others. Over and above the technical know-how, you’ll need good verbal and written skills as you build up relationships with our clients. At Platform45, we treat our clients like partners - they’re an important part of the team and we strive to work together to build something beautiful. As a senior developer, it’s always important to keep learning, whether that means new language platforms, keeping ahead of industry trends and methodologies, or other facets of the tech stack - our goal is to develop the best products to solve our client’s needs.\nROLE RESPONSIBILITIES | THE WHAT & THE HOW\nThe Essentials\nSoftware DevelopmentLead the design, development, implementation and maintenance of scalable and robust Android applications that meet client requirements and industry standards.\n\nTechnical LeadershipProvide technical expertise and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles.\nThe ability to take full responsibility for a project. \nBeing able to problem-solve and self-correct where needed\n\nSolution Architecture Collaborate with stakeholders to define system architecture, identify technical requirements, and design innovative solutions that address complex business challenges.\n\nCollaborationCollaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, and backend developers to define and implement new features and enhance existing ones.\n\nCode Review and Quality Assurance Conduct code reviews, perform thorough testing, and implement quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of software applications.\nDesign and implement automated unit and integration tests to ensure the quality and reliability of Android apps.\nOptimize application performance, responsiveness, and resource usage for smooth operation across a wide range of devices.\n\nRequirement Analysis Work closely with clients to understand their needs, gather requirements, and propose technical solutions that align with their objectives and budget constraints.\n\nContinuous Improvement Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in software development, and leverage this knowledge to enhance our development standards, processes, and capabilities.\n\nMentoring:Provide mentorship of junior / less experienced developers assisting them in growing their technical expertise and providing them with guidance on adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles.\n\nTechnical Requirements\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or provable, self-taught development skills with a good understanding of how systems work. \n7+ years of work experience in Android application development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality apps to the Google Play Store.\nExpert knowledge of Kotlin and Java, with extensive experience working with the Android SDK, Android Studio, and related libraries.\nStrong understanding of mobile architecture patterns (MVC, MVVM, etc.) and software design principles (SOLID, DRY, etc.).\nExperience with advanced Android components and frameworks, including Jetpack (Navigation, Room, ViewModel) and dependency injection tools (Dagger, Hilt).\nDeep knowledge of RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and third-party API integrations.\nFamiliarity with other mobile frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter) would be an advantage.\nFamiliarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and automated testing tools for Android.\nExperience with performance tuning, memory management, and security best practices in Android development.\nExperience with publishing and maintaining Android apps in the Google Play Store, including versioning, A/B testing, and handling app reviews.\nHaving experience working within a high-growth tech startup would be an advantage.\nHave brilliant problem-solving abilities that take product design, process and technical aspects into account.\nHave the ability to clearly articulate solutions for a technical and non-technical audience.\nCritical Competencies\nYou have an entrepreneurial mindset and can understand the business value of a project.\nYou have the ability to research and develop new products and modifications to existing software when needed. \nYou are someone who is motivated, energetic, and always focussed on the task at hand.\nA strategic thinker who can work under pressure, independently problem solve, and draw knowledge from a broad range of experiences. \nA proactive, continuous, and quick learner who is genuinely excited about industry trends and has a passion for technology and knowledge.\nA resourceful, ‘big-picture’ thinker who considers how the code that is written will have an impact later on. \nGood communication and teamwork are critical - 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