About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Lead Android Developer to guide the development and delivery of a major app rebuild project. As part of this role, you will oversee the Android component of the application, ensuring that technical design, feasibility, and delivery stay aligned with overall project goals.
The successful candidate will be responsible for owning communication between internal and external teams, evaluating the feasibility of proposed solutions, and guiding the app through a significant architectural transformation—not just visual changes, but foundational rework as well.
This is a remote contract position requiring EST working hours. Occasional travel may be involved. Ideal candidates will be proactive, technically sound, and skilled at driving results within tight timelines.
Key Responsibilities
* Owning communication between internal and external teams
* Evaluating the feasibility of proposed solutions
* Guiding the app through a significant architectural transformation
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* 7+ years of experience in Android development using Android SDK and modern Android frameworks
* 6+ years of coding experience in Kotlin
* Strong understanding of MVVM and other architectural design patterns such as MVP and MVI
* Experience leading Android development teams, both from a technical and people-management perspective
* Proven experience with Android Jetpack libraries and designing scalable, maintainable app architecture
* Ability to evaluate feasibility of solutions and own delivery of Android components
* Strong communication and client management skills, with the ability to liaise between technical teams and stakeholders
* Experience working closely with architects to ensure alignment between technical design and business deliverables
Nice to Have
The following skills would be beneficial but are not essential:
* Experience with Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM)
* Familiarity with cloud-based development and deployment strategies
* Previous experience with large-scale app redesigns or architectural overhauls