Android Developer

Sage Recruiting is looking for an Android Developer to join a rapidly growing SaaS startup in Toronto. They offer the option of remote or in-office work, flexible schedules and really good work–life balance. Listed as one of the fastest-growing startups in Canada with extensive plans for growth, this company is a hidden gem!As an Android Developer, you will mainly develop and maintain applications for a wide range of Android-supported devices. If you’re looking to join a fast-paced team that is evolving and growing where you can have ownership and grow your career quickly, this could be a great fit!What you will be doing

• Design and develop applications for the Android platform
• Collaborate with Android, iOS and backend engineers on existing and new products and ship features
• Participate in code review sessions and architecture discussions
• Determine and fix high priority issues in a timely manner
• Manage and maintain the quality and sustainability of code
• Uphold improved or overcome technical issues by keeping up to date with new technologies
• See through an application’s end-to-end lifecycle from requirements gathering to production support

What we are looking for

• 3+ years’ industry experience building Android applications
• Expertise in Java and Kotlin
• Extensive knowledge of core OOP principles
• Strong background in Android UI architecture and declarative UI building
• Experience with RESTful APIs (GraphQL is a plus)
• Extensive knowledge of common design principles (MVVM, MVC, etc.)
• Understanding of push notifications and cloud message APIs
• Experience with memory and performance tuning
• Proficient in optimization and benchmarking
• Background in code versioning tools
• Excellent communication skills with critical thinking and autonomy
• iOS development experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field is preferred

What we offer

• Competitive salary, vacation, and benefits (Salary: CAD 120K)
• Remote working optional (offices in Toronto and Ottawa)
• Flexible work schedule
• Extensive professional growth and development