Senior Android Developer

Overview

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Senior Android Developer
Lead II - Software Engineering

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UST is looking for a Senior Android developer to join our client project, one of the largest financial institutions. You will have the opportunity to continue to modernize and improve one of the most successful banking apps in Canada while working with UST.

• Develop solutions to complex problems using frameworks and design patterns
• Collect and analyze requirements, then suggest optimal approaches
• Write and test code, keeping non-functional requirements in mind
• Collaborate within an agile team and adhere to scrum best practices
• Review existing code to evaluate ongoing feasibility and maintainability
• Perform impact analysis for proposed system changes or issues
• Offer guidance and recommendations to the product owner to influence product decisions

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

• At least 5 year of experience developing native Android applications and 3+ years of Java development experience
• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts, Android app architecture, and software design patterns
• Experience with Android libraries and best practices for interacting with RESTful services
• Proficiency in automated testing using Junit and platform-specific frameworks like Robolectric and Espresso
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels (requirements, architecture, and code)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited institution
• NICE-TO-HAVE
  
  SKILLS:
• Experience with Kotlin
• Knowledge of emerging Android SDK components
• Strong understanding of design patterns like MVVM and their application to Android development
• Familiarity with security protocols such as OAuth and OpenID
• Experience securing data using the Android Keystore
• Consideration of accessibility in development

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role

Location:

Ontario

Compensation Range: $104,000-$130,000

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They and their dependents residing in Canada are eligible for Supplemental Healthcare coverage, as well as Company-paid Employee Only basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year). They and their dependents residing in Canada are eligible for Supplemental Healthcare coverage, as well as Company-paid Employee Only basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.

Part-time regular and temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All Canadian employees who work in a province, territory or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.

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