Android Developer (Contractor)

We are seeking a motivated Android Developer with a backend mindset to design, build, and maintain Jetpack Compose-driven applications backed by Node.js services. The ideal candidate is comfortable owning features end-to-end — from crafting declarative interfaces to building and consuming the APIs that power them. You'll work closely with designers, product managers, and senior engineers to deliver polished, full-stack mobile experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Jetpack Compose Development & Feature Delivery

• Build and maintain Android applications using Jetpack Compose as the primary UI framework.
• Create reusable, composable UI components following MVVM architecture.
• Leverage Kotlin Coroutines and Flow for reactive data flows and concurrency.
• Implement navigation, state management, animations, and gesture handling using Compose idioms.
• Translate Figma designs into pixel-accurate, responsive Compose layouts across device sizes and form factors.

Node.js Backend Development

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using Node.js with Express or Fastify.
• Design database schemas and perform CRUD operations with PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Implement authentication flows, middleware, and input validation on the server side.
• Write clean, documented API endpoints that the Android layer consumes directly.
• Support deployment and environment management using Docker, PM2, or cloud platforms.

Integration & Code Quality

• Connect Compose UI to backend services using Retrofit, OkHttp, or Ktor Client.
• Handle JSON serialization and deserialization with Kotlin Serialization or Gson.
• Participate in code reviews, giving and receiving constructive feedback across both codebases.
• Use Git for version control and follow consistent branching strategies.

Performance, Debugging & Monitoring

• Profile and optimize Compose rendering performance using Android Studio Profiler.
• Monitor and triage crashes using Firebase Crashlytics.
• Log, monitor, and debug Node.js services using tools like Morgan or Datadog.
• Ensure smooth performance across supported Android versions and device types.

Continuous Learning & Growth

• Stay current with Jetpack library updates, new Android APIs, and Google I/O announcements.
• Follow Node.js ecosystem developments including framework updates and security patches.
• Share knowledge with the team through demos, documentation, or internal tech talks.
• Explore emerging patterns such as Glance for widgets, Material 3, and server-driven UI.