Job Description:

FutureIK Technologies is seeking an experienced Jr. Kotlin Android Developer for a full-time role. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in Android application development, with at least 1 year of hands-on experience with socket.io, media playback, API connections, media downloading, and smooth media transitions. The successful candidate will develop high-performance Android applications optimized for digital signage and real-time content playback.

This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain Android applications optimized for media-rich environments.
• Implement real-time communication using socket.io.
• Handle media playback including videos, images, live streams, and web content within the Android application.
• Integrate third-party and internal APIs for smooth data synchronization.
• Build and manage media downloading and caching functionality.
• Ensure seamless transitions across different media types and zones.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues to maintain a high-quality user experience.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Maintain clear and organized documentation for all code and features.
• Follow best practices for Android development, ensuring scalability and maintainability.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum 2 years in Android Application Development.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDK.
• Experience with socket.io or similar real-time communication frameworks.
• Solid understanding of media playback libraries (e.g., ExoPlayer, WebView, etc.).
• API integration and management (RESTful APIs, JSON handling).
• Experience in media downloading, offline caching, and resource management.
• Ability to create seamless media transitions across different media types.
• Familiar with Android system architecture and lifecycle.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with background services, broadcast receivers, and foreground tasks.
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming (e.g., coroutines).
• Familiarity with Android Jetpack components and architecture patterns (MVVM, Clean Architecture).
• Experience with version control tools like Git.
• UI/UX knowledge specific to Android platforms.
• Previous experience in a full-time Android development role.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their resume, portfolio, and a short cover letter explaining their experience and suitability for the role to [email protected] with the subject line: "Jr. Kotlin Android Developer".