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JOB DESCRIPTION – ANDROID DEVELOPER Division: R&D Department: Rider Apps and Connected Ecosystem Level: EX Job Title: Android Developer Reporting: Functional Reporting to: Leadership, R&D – Rider Apps 1. Background i) Educational Qualification Essential: ME/Mtech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics from a reputed institute or BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics ii) Experience Minimum: 3 years Maximum: 8 years 2. Job Role & Responsibilities Role: Application Developer (Fundamental Skill: Mobile App Development) Technical/Functional: Proficient in Android app development using Java and Kotlin . Strong experience with Android Studio and the Android SDK for building robust mobile applications. Hands-on experience in UI/UX design , following Android’s Material Design principles to create user-friendly, customer-facing applications. Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and data exchange formats (JSON, XML) for connecting Android apps with backend services. Experience managing the Android app lifecycle , performance optimization, and troubleshooting for smooth, high-quality app experiences. Familiarity with version control using Git, and Play Store app hosting and updates. Proven ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Experience in integrating mobile apps with cloud-based backend services to ensure seamless real-time synchronization. Add-on Skills (Preferred): Connectivity: Experience integrating Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) , Wi-Fi , and other connectivity technologies for communication between mobile apps and hardware systems. Maps Integration: Expertise in integrating Google Maps SDK , Mapbox , or other location-based services for features such as geofencing, navigation, and route mapping. Media Integration: Familiarity with integrating third-party SDKs like Spotify SDK for streaming and media control within the app. Cloud Architecture: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS , Google Cloud , or Azure for mobile app backend integration. Basic understanding of embedded software systems and their integration with mobile applications. Exposure to automotive-related mobile platforms like Android Auto . 3. Competency Requirements Behavioural: Strong communication skills (both written and oral). Self-driven and capable of working both independently and within interdisciplinary teams. Passionate about delivering customer-facing, innovative applications. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. 4. Likely Sources Target Companies: Siemens, Tata Motors, Denso, Harman, Continental, Swiggy, Zomato, Flipkart, Uber, etc.