Senior Mobile Developer, Android

• Design, develop, test, and maintain mobile and web applications/services
• Assist in the definition, development, and documentation of software’s business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users and departments
• Liaise with other technical staff to assist in resolving problem with software products or company software systems
• Document code, applications, and related systems with exceptional detail
• Recommend new technologies to improve the delivery process
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or software engineering, and/or 5+ years equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in software development
• 4+ years of experience developing native applications for Android
• 3+ years of experience in enterprise software development
• Expert knowledge of Java, Kotlin, Rx, including MVVM and MVP design patterns
• Expert knowledge of Gradle, Android SDK, and dependency injection
• Expert knowledge of Android Studio and supporting tools such as Junit, SQLite
• Proficient with GitHub Experience with pull requests and performing code reviews
• Strong knowledge of layouts, themes, styles, views and other Android UI concepts especially pertaining to Material Design Guidelines
• Strong understanding of dependency injection
• Proficiency in multi-threading
• Experience with RESTful APIs using JSON
• Experience designing application architecture
• Experience integrating external SDKs Experience with localization within an Android application
• Experience working on a development team that practices Agile/scrum methodologies
• Understanding of e-commerce in a mobile application including Android Pay
• Familiarity with build tools and continuous integration
• Strong architecture, analytic, design and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand and maintain existing complex codebases
• Experience mentoring team of other developers
• Passionate about mobile technologies and building great guest experiences
• Proficiency in a variety of programming languages, including but not limited to Java (Android), T-SQL.
• Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices.
• Working understanding of platforms such as Android, iOS, and Windows.
• Able to communicate effectively with non-technical staff and with members of interdisciplinary teams.
• Hands-on experience developing unit test cases and plans.
• Flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies.
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Overtime hours may be required to meet project deadlines.

• Experience in an agile environment is a plus.
• Experience in a continuous integration/automated build environment is a plus
• This position is based in Orlando, Florida and may require travel to other Universal theme parks on occasion
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • 1011 Microsoft Office
  • 2025 SQL Server
  • 2022 Structured Query Language
  • 2004 Systems Analysis
  • 2003 Programming
  • 2029 Client/Server Architecture
  • 1102 Research
  • 4015 Planning & Scheduling
  • 0101 Analytical Thinking
  • H010 Communicate Clearly with Team
  • 0700 Customer Service Orientation
  • 0150 Flexibility
  • Recyclerviews
  • Google Maps
  • Location API
  • Retrofit
  • RxAndroid
  • Picasso
  • Glide
  • Dagger
  • Android Architecture Components: Room, View Model
  • FCM
  • Junit/kotlin.test
  • Mockito
  • Espresso

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