Android Developer

Company Profile

Reports to: Software Engineering Manager

Department: Engineering

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.

About You

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications for Android.
• Participate in system architecture and design discussions.
• Debug, profile, and optimise applications for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, QA, and product stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain unit and integration tests.

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Android development.
• Experience with both Java and Kotlin.
• Experience with both Jetpack Compose and XML layouts.
• Experience with background services, storage, and lifecycle management.

• Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript, REST and JSON APIS, and web frameworks such as Angular.
• Experience with TCP and UDP socket programming, and Android's networking stack.
• Experience with hardware interfacing.
• Experience with additional languages (e.g. Python, C#) or platforms (Linux, Windows)

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Why us?

• Involvement in cutting-edge imaging technologies.
• Collaborative working environment with strong technical expertise.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.