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We are looking for a skilled Android and iOS Software Developer who is passionate about mobile technologies and has a proven track record of developing high-quality applications. The ideal candidate will have experience in both Android and iOS platforms, with a strong understanding of mobile development frameworks, tools, and best practices.

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Key Responsibilities

Design and Development:

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality Android and iOS applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.

Code Quality and Best Practices:

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Implement best practices for mobile development, including code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration.

Troubleshooting and Optimization:

• Identify and fix bugs, performance bottlenecks, and other issues.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with UI/UX designers, product managers, and backend developers to deliver a cohesive user experience.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Stay Updated:

• Keep up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in mobile development.
• Continuously improve skills and share knowledge with the team.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills:

Android Development:

• Proficient in Java and/or Kotlin.
• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, Android Studio, and Jetpack Compose.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and XML.
• Familiarity with MVVM or MVC architectural patterns.
• Knowledge of Android UI/UX guidelines and best practices.

iOS Development:

• Proficient in Swiftand/or Objective-C.
• Strong knowledge of Xcode, UIKit, and SwiftUI.
• Experience with Core Data, Core Animation, and Auto Layout.
• Familiarity with CocoaPodsand Swift Package Manager.
• Knowledge of iOS Human Interface Guidelines.

Cross-Platform Development (Optional but a Plus):

• Experience with Flutter, React Native, or Xamarin.

Backend Integration:

• Experience integrating mobile applications with backend services via RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Knowledge of OAuth, JWT, and other authentication mechanisms.

Version Control:

• Proficient in Git and version control workflows (e.g., GitFlow).

Testing:

• Experience with unit testing frameworks like JUnit, Espresso, XCTest, or Mockito.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelinesand tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Bitrise.

Other Technologies:

• Knowledge of Firebase for push notifications, analytics, and crash reporting.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in Android and iOS development.
• Published apps on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
• Familiarity with Apache HTTP Server for hosting and managing web services.
• Knowledge of security best practices for mobile applications.

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