Rider App - Android Developer

JOB DESCRIPTION – ANDROID DEVELOPER

Division:
R&D

Department:
Rider Apps and Connected Ecosystem

Level:
EX

Job Title:
Android Developer

Reporting:
Functional Reporting to: Leadership, R&D – Rider Apps

1. Background

i) Educational Qualification

• Essential: ME/Mtech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics from a reputed institute or BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics

ii) Experience

• Minimum: 3 years
• Maximum: 8 years

2. Job Role & Responsibilities

Role: Application Developer (Fundamental Skill: Mobile App Development)

Technical/Functional:

• Proficient in Android app development using Java and Kotlin.
• Strong experience with Android Studio and the Android SDK for building robust mobile applications.
• Hands-on experience in UI/UX design, following Android’s Material Design principles to create user-friendly, customer-facing applications.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and data exchange formats (JSON, XML) for connecting Android apps with backend services.
• Experience managing the Android app lifecycle, performance optimization, and troubleshooting for smooth, high-quality app experiences.
• Familiarity with version control using Git, and Play Store app hosting and updates.
• Proven ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Experience in integrating mobile apps with cloud-based backend services to ensure seamless real-time synchronization.

Add-on Skills (Preferred):

• Connectivity: Experience integrating Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi, and other connectivity technologies for communication between mobile apps and hardware systems.
• Maps Integration: Expertise in integrating Google Maps SDK, Mapbox, or other location-based services for features such as geofencing, navigation, and route mapping.
• Media Integration: Familiarity with integrating third-party SDKs like Spotify SDK for streaming and media control within the app.
• Cloud Architecture: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for mobile app backend integration.
• Basic understanding of embedded software systems and their integration with mobile applications.
• Exposure to automotive-related mobile platforms like Android Auto.

3. Competency Requirements

Behavioural:

• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Self-driven and capable of working both independently and within interdisciplinary teams.
• Passionate about delivering customer-facing, innovative applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

4. Likely Sources

Target Companies:

• Siemens, Tata Motors, Denso, Harman, Continental, Swiggy, Zomato, Flipkart, Uber, etc.