Senior Kotlin Android Developer (Freelance, Remote)
Company Overview
At SPACE44, we empower tech startups and innovative companies across the US and Europe by delivering top-tier software engineers and comprehensive HR solutions. Unlike traditional staffing agencies, we accelerate innovation by providing performant hiring pipelines, efficient onboarding processes, performance management, and administrative assistance as an end-to-end service. Our unique approach ensures precise integration and high team performance in full-remote, nearshore, and offshore settings.
We enhance your work-life balance by offering opportunities that align your personal and professional aspirations. Work remotely to seamlessly integrate your career with your lifestyle and bring everything into a flow. We offer you a dynamic and supportive environment where you can develop and grow. Join a forward-thinking team that values the joy of work, openness, and cross-cultural collaboration. At SPACE44, let's shape the future of modern work together.
Who We Are Looking For?
We are seeking a Senior Kotlin Android Developer to build high-performance mobile applications with modern architecture and seamless user experiences. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Kotlin, Android SDK, and modern development patterns. The ideal candidate is pragmatic, self-managed, and available to collaborate during US Pacific Time (PT) hours.
Key Responsibilities:
Build native Android applications using Kotlin and Android SDK
Implement MVVM architecture with Android Architecture Components
Develop UIs with Jetpack Compose and Material Design
Integrate REST APIs using Retrofit and handle JSON with Gson/Moshi
Implement local storage with Room database
Optimize app performance, memory usage, and battery consumption
Handle push notifications, background services, and offline functionality
Write unit tests and UI tests for code reliability
Manage Google Play Store releases and app deployment
Required Technical Stack:
Kotlin - Expert level (5+ years)
Android SDK - Advanced knowledge of components and lifecycle
Android Studio - Proficient with IDE and debugging tools
MVVM Architecture - Experience with ViewModel, LiveData, DataBinding
Jetpack Compose - Modern UI development
Material Design - UI/UX implementation
Retrofit - API integration and networking
Room Database - Local data persistence
Gson/Moshi - JSON parsing and serialization
Git - Version control and collaborative workflows
Gradle - Build system and dependency management
Google Play Console - App publishing and release management
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 5+ years of professional Android development
Proven experience with production apps on Google Play Store
Strong understanding of Android app lifecycle and memory management
Experience with app performance optimization and debugging
BSc in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Nice to Have:
Coroutines/Flow - Asynchronous programming
Dagger/Hilt - Dependency injection
Firebase - Authentication, Firestore, Cloud Messaging
RxJava - Reactive programming
CI/CD - Automated testing and deployment pipelines
Security - Mobile app security best practices
Embark on your SPACE44 journey with a few simple steps:
Hireflix Chat (20 min): Share how you work and what matters most to you
HR Sync (45 min): Connect your experience with our goals
Psychometric Insight: Take a 1-hour assessment exploring your strengths and working style
Benefits
Flexible Work Schedule: Enjoy a non-linear workday designed to enhance productivity and maintain a harmonious work-life balance, with core hours for team collaboration.
Professional Growth: Access advanced training opportunities in data science and machine learning to boost your career prospects.
Innovative Projects and Tools: Engage in cutting-edge projects using the latest tools and technologies within a progressive remote work environment.
Competitive Income: Receive a competitive income with regular performance reviews and potential raises every six months.
Global Team Dynamics: Collaborate with a diverse, international team that values openness and teamwork.