Mobile Developer - Android

Daugherty Business Solutions - Saint Louis, MO

Full-time - Senior

Saint Louis, MO

About the position

Daugherty Business Solutions is seeking an experienced Android Mobile Developer to join their innovative team. The role involves developing and maintaining advanced Android applications, providing technical guidance to clients, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality mobile solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Android development, particularly with Kotlin and Java, and will work closely with clients to understand their needs and translate them into effective mobile solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain advanced Android applications using Kotlin, Java, and the latest Android SDKs.
• Serve as a technical consultant, understanding client requirements and translating them into tailored Android solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications while adhering to project timelines.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to clients on mobile best practices and solutions architecture.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs to improve application performance.
• Participate in client-facing meetings to present technical solutions and updates.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency and client value.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards.
• Work with APIs and third-party libraries to integrate backend services.
• Stay up to date with Android development standards, guidelines, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in Android development.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Java.
• Hands-on experience with Android Studio and Google development tools.
• Proven experience in building and deploying applications on the Google Play Store.
• Deep understanding of Android frameworks such as Jetpack, Room, and RecyclerView.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to backend services.
• Experience with third-party libraries, API integrations, and version control (Git).
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, especially in client-facing scenarios.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong collaborative attitude and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with iOS development is a plus.
• Experience delivering customized solutions for clients in a consulting or professional services environment.
• Experience with modern architectural patterns such as MVVM or MVP.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development practices in a consulting environment.
• Experience with UI/UX design and implementation.
• Familiarity with Android accessibility standards and testing frameworks.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for mobile apps.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with Fortune 500 companies.
• A culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible work environment with remote options.
• Strong commitment to professional development and career growth.