Sr. Android Developer

A recognized media organization in New Jersey is seeking a Sr. Android Developer to help build and enhance high-quality mobile applications for Android smartphones and tablets. This role focuses on native Android development, modern architecture, and delivering seamless video streaming experiences in a collaborative product environment.About the Opportunity:Shift: DaysSchedule: Monday to FridayHours: Standard businessSetting: Hybrid (onsite at least 3 days a week)Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications with a focus on performance, usability, and video streamingCollaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define and deliver new featuresOptimize app performance, memory usage, and network efficiency to support a smooth user experienceEnsure code quality through test automation, peer reviews, and engineering best practicesTroubleshoot and resolve issues in production and non-production environmentsQualifications:5+ years of professional Android development experienceStrong knowledge of Kotlin and Java, with familiarity with Jetpack librariesExperience with MVVM, Clean Architecture, or other scalable mobile app architecturesExperience with video streaming on Android, including HLS, DASH, CMAF, media playback, and DRMDeep understanding of the Android app lifecycle, memory management, and asynchronous programming using Kotlin Coroutines and/or RxJavaFamiliarity with REST and GraphQL APIsStrong debugging and performance profiling skills using Android Studio and related toolsExperience with CI/CD, testing frameworks, and crash analytics tools such as Firebase, Bitrise, or JenkinsKnowledge of dependency injection frameworks such as Koin, Hilt, or DaggerComfort working in an agile environment and participating in sprint planning, retrospectives, and code reviewsDesired Skills:Android certificationExperience working on consumer-facing apps with high user engagementFamiliarity with accessibility, localization, and device fragmentation best practicesKnowledge of app analytics and A/B testing frameworksExperience with media, publishing, or news applicationsCloud platform familiarity, such as AWS or Firebase