We are seeking a Principal IT Engineer Applications - Android Technical Lead for our Fortune client in Healthcare industry to lead the development of high-quality Android applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in mobile application development , the ability to mentor junior developers, and experience working in an Agile/Product methodology environment. This role also involves close collaboration with senior leadership and offshore teams to ensure high-quality, enterprise-focused application delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and support of native Android applications.
- Develop and maintain enterprise-focused and customer-facing mobile applications , including shared libraries.
- Utilize Java/Kotlin and Android frameworks to create robust applications.
- Build and deploy Android Open Source (AOS) applications .
- Rapidly prototype new features and enhancements.
- Ensure seamless integration with backend services using RESTful APIs.
- Provide mentorship to junior developers , including vendor contractors.
- Work with onshore and offshore teams to ensure high-quality development practices.
Must-Have Skills:
- 8+ years of experience in mobile application development.
- Robust experience with Java/Kotlin and Android frameworks .
- Hands-on experience in creating rapid prototypes for mobile applications.
- Strong knowledge of AOS app development and deployment .
- Experience integrating mobile applications with RESTful APIs .
- Familiarity with Agile/Product methodology .
- Ability to collaborate with senior leadership and mentor junior developers.
Good-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with integration technologies (e.g., web services, MQ).
- Knowledge of Swift/iOS development .
- Familiarity with cross-platform mobile development tools like Flutter.
- US Healthcare industry experience.
- Cloud experience, preferably Microsoft Azure .
- Strong understanding of UI/UX best practices .
- Startup experience , especially with fas