Android / Web Developer

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science from HEC recognized university with 0 to 1 year experience in the relevant field. 

• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services

• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices

• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning

• Ability to design applications around natural user interfaces

• Familiarity with the use of additional sensors, such as gyroscopes and accelerometers

• Knowledge of the open-source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks

• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements

• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications

• A knack for benchmarking and optimization

• Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines

• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git

• Familiarity with continuous integration

• Good programming skills and in-depth knowledge of modern HTML/CSS

• Familiarity with at least one of the following programming languages: PHP, ASP.NET, Javascript

• A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices

• Adequate knowledge of relational database systems, Object Oriented Programming and web application development

• Hands-on experience with network diagnostics, network analytics tools

• Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization process

• Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem solving skills

• Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of  timelines and budgets with business acumen

• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code

• Design, build, and maintain high performance, reusable, and reliable Java code

• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application

• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs

• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization

• Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices

• Create website layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices

• Integrate data from various back-end services and databases

• Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical needs

• Create and maintain software documentation

• Be responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling our site

• Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities

• Cooperate with web designers to match visual design intent