Job Description
This role is responsible for leading the technical strategy, design and development of high quality products that deliver a first of a kind solution in Kenya and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Lead workstreams with Product and QA to design and develop our Android applications
Work with peers to find efficient solutions for architectural problems
Lead code reviews, tech sessions and provide regular direction, mentoring, and coaching to developers on best practices and improvement initiatives
Improve test automation by writing unit tests and guiding others in this process
Implement CI/CD processes
Keep up to date with open-source Android ecosystem to ensure new frameworks and technologies are being used in KOKO’s applications
Manage Level 3 support functions for production systems which include immediate fixes to any critical defects or essential enhancements in the live systems and setting a high standard for such support service levels within the engineering team
Contribute to building a strong engineering culture of technical excellence within the team
Expectations & Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Expert understanding of Java and Android SDK, Gradle and third party frameworks tools and SDKs, such as Retrofit Highly experienced in working with product managers, designers. and QA in a SCRUM environment Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns and best practices Expert in integrating android applications with backend services including offline and synchronisation techniques
Experience developing realtime, low-latency, high-availability, and high performing applications using IoT technologies and communications (MQTT etc) Experience working with hardware devices and hardware communications protocols (Serial USB, RS232, Other Hardware comms)
Experience with distributing mobile applications via public app stores and/or enterprise channel as well as via bespoke channels
Able to communicate with all levels of management and peers within the organisation
The ability to prioritise work and tasks under pressure Able to build, implement and direct quality assurance principles and maintain quality of delivery
Strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented mindset Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
