Android Developer Specialist

Requisition ID: 277337

Thanks for your interest in ScotiaTech, Scotiabank's new and innovative Technology hub in Bogota.

Join a purpose driven winning team that promotes creativity and innovation in a fast-paced environment, where we’re always committed to results, in an inclusive, diverse, and high-performing culture.

Purpose

Ensure the development of robust, scalable Android applications aligned with business objectives, contributing to technological innovation and the continuous improvement of the user experience.

Accountabilities

• Design and develop native Android applications using Kotlin.
• Define and maintain scalable architectures by applying patterns such as MVVM and SOLID principles.Implement secure development practices, including data protection, secure credential management, and vulnerability prevention.
• Participate in technical risk assessments and propose appropriate mitigation solutions.
• Analyze and remediate vulnerabilities identified through Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), and penetration testing, ensuring compliance with applicable security standards.
• Ensure code quality through code reviews, automated testing, and development best practices.
• Optimize application performance, security, and user experience.
• Integrate applications securely and efficiently with APIs and backend services.
• Actively participate in Scrum ceremonies, including refinement sessions, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including UX/UI, QA, and Product, to ensure deliverables are aligned with requirements.
• Contribute to effort estimation and sprint planning, ensuring realistic commitments.
• Document technical processes and solutions to ensure maintainability and scalability.
• Research and recommend new technologies and tools to keep the technology stack competitive and up to date.
• Take shared ownership of project success, collaborating with the team to meet objectives and deadlines.

Reporting Relationships

Primary Manager:

Direct Reports:

Shared Reports NA

Dimensions NA

Education / Experience / Other Information (include only those that are specific to the role)

• Minimum 4-5 years of proven experience developing native Android applications.
• English level B2
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin.
• Experience publishing and maintaining applications on Google Play.
• In-depth knowledge of Android SDK, Jetpack Components, and MVVM architecture.
• Experience applying SOLID principles and Clean Architecture.
• Experience implementing secure development practices, including:
• Data protection
• Encryption
• OWASP Mobile security practices
• Experience analyzing and remediating vulnerabilities identified through:
• SAST - Static Application Security Testing
• DAST - Dynamic Application Security Testing
• Penetration testing
• Experience integrating REST APIs and implementing secure authentication mechanisms such as OAuth and JWT.

Competencies

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office-based environmeNt; non-standard hours are a common occurrence.

Location(s): Colombia : Bogota : Bogota

ScotiaTech is a business unit within ScotiaGBS, a Scotiabank Group company located in Bogota, Colombia. The ScotiaTech hub was created to support different technology systems and processes of the Bank. We offer an inclusive, positive work environment, and competitive benefits.

At ScotiaTech, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at ScotiaTech; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.