At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build high-quality native Android applications using Kotlin/Java.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company focused on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, SC clearance support, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on modern development practices.
- Why this job: Make an impact with cutting-edge technology and AI-assisted development tools.
- Qualifications: Strong experience in Android development and familiarity with GDS standards.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Android Developer to design and build high-quality native mobile applications with modern, scalable architecture. The ideal candidate holds active SC clearance and brings strong experience in delivering performant, secure, and user-focused Android solutions. Experience working to GDS (Government Digital Service) standards and familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) are highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin/Java and the Android SDK
- Integrate RESTful APIs and external services into mobile workflows
- Optimise application performance, including caching strategies, offline support, and API efficiency
- Support production releases, ensuring readiness for Google Play Store submission
- Address Play Store compliance issues and respond to rejection feedback
AI Engineering Development Practices
- Leverage AI agents and coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) for code generation, refactoring, and testing
- Review and validate all AI-generated code prior to production use
- Use AI tools to support debugging, root cause analysis, and impact assessment
Skills Experience
Essential:
- Strong experience with Kotlin (preferred) and/or Java, and the Android SDK
- Proven experience integrating REST APIs (or similar services)
- Hands-on knowledge of Google Play Console, app signing, and release management
- Experience with mobile performance optimisation and secure coding practices
- Familiarity with modern Android architecture components (e.g., MVVM, Jetpack libraries)
- Active SC clearance
Desirable:
- Experience working with GDS (Government Digital Service) standards
- Familiarity with AI platforms and APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Azure AI)
- Experience using AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar coding assistants
- Understanding of AI/UX interaction patterns and best practices
Candidate Profile
- Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on quality and maintainability
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Proactive in adopting modern development practices, including AI-assisted workflows
We think you need these skills to ace Android Engineer
Kotlin
Java
Android SDK
RESTful APIs
Google Play Console
Mobile Performance Optimisation
Secure Coding Practices
