Senior Android Developer - (On Site)

$68,000 - $120,000/Yr

Cognizant Technology Solutions - Basking Ridge, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Basking Ridge, NJ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Cognizant is seeking a highly qualified Senior Android Developer with over 5 years of experience in developing scalable enterprise applications. The role involves collaborating with product managers, designers, and clients to deliver high-quality software. The ideal candidate will have a passion for maintainable code and a commitment to team success and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Expert in Android Kotlin/Java, Gradle, Android SDKs, Android tools.
• Expert in working on Hybrid and Native applications.
• Provide expert level proficiency and direction on the tech stack including Kotlin, Rx Java 2, Rx Android JS, and Dagger framework.
• Track progress of multiple project plans/sprints.
• Good knowledge of React JS for Hybrid Android applications.
• Experience working with USB hardware devices.
• Good knowledge of System Design and Design Patterns.
• Develop POCs for new requirements using Android and third-party libraries.
• Research and develop new hardware devices like Camera, Printer, Payment, Scanner, etc.
• Work on various SDKs and libraries from third-party vendors to integrate with applications.
• Review project approach framework and designs with engineering staff and Product team, analyze feasibility, and identify potential risks/issues.
• Coordinate with Product and Partners to create Level of Effort (LoE) estimates for all projects.
• Assist and drive the best-in-class customer interaction for Mobile and Web with Product manager and UX team.
• Drive customer journey for mobile and web experience with the Product team.
• Participate in UX research and usability.
• Communicate project progress, status, risks, and issues to all levels of Management, including Director and VP level.
• Ensure projects follow operating practices for the portfolio and enhance processes as needed.
• Ensure project quality meets QA and UAT guidelines.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Android development using Kotlin/Java, Gradle, Android SDKs, and Android tools.
• Expertise in Hybrid and Native applications development.
• Proficiency in Kotlin, Rx Java 2, Rx Android JS, and Dagger framework.
• Experience with Java, Microservices, Springboot, Spring Reactive, Javascript, HTML/CSS, React JS, and React Microfront ends.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan