The Company

At Toters, we are on a mission to be the heartbeat of local economies, driving growth by connecting people with anything they need, fast. We believe in turning big ideas into real-world impact, empowering local businesses and making everyday life easier for our customers. Join us, and be part of a team that's obsessed with getting things done, solving real problems, and changing the way customers shop and transact in the Middle East.

Technology is at the heart of everything we do, and we have product and engineering teams that are working hard every day to bring products that enrich our customers' lives on a daily basis. We're a team of doers, dreamers, and problem-solvers, united by a passion for innovation and a drive to grow local economies. Here, your ideas matter, your growth is our priority, and your impact is tangible. We offer a dynamic environment where you can learn, lead, and shape the future of commerce, all while being surrounded by a community that celebrates your successes and supports your growth. If you are interested in working in a fast-paced, high growth startup environment, and look to be part of a team that will change the way customers shop for food and groceries in the Middle East, apply now.

Role

As a Senior Android Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development and success of our mobile applications. You will have an outsized impact and ownership of the most visible aspects of the Toters App. You will be responsible for turning product ideas into functional and efficient code while ensuring that the end-user experience is seamless and intuitive. You will also work closely with other product team members, including designers and product managers, to develop new features and improvements. In addition, you will be responsible for maintaining the quality and stability of our applications, and providing technical support to our clients as needed. As an integral team member, you will have the opportunity to influence the direction of our products and shape the future of Toters.

Description

We are looking for a highly talented Senior Android Engineer to join our Mobile Engineering team. If you are looking for a place where you can gain hands-on experience and create a direct impact, then this may be the place for you! The ideal candidate will have a track record as a significant individual contributor as well as a strong team player. In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into well-designed features for our mobile app.
• Design, develop, and test new Android features, prioritizing a smooth user experience.
• Create reusable, scalable code for app stability and future enhancements.
• Optimize performance to ensure quick and responsive user interactions.
• Implement robust security measures for data protection and compliance.
• Conduct rigorous testing to maintain high application quality.
• Integrate mobile apps with backend APIs in coordination with backend engineers.
• Stay updated on mobile development trends for innovative contributions.
• Participate in code reviews to uphold quality and standards.
• Support cross-functional troubleshooting and feature delivery.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Android application development.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and Java.
• Experience in Jetpack compose and other Jetpack libraries.
• Strong knowledge of Dependency Injection (DI) frameworks.
• Proven track record of independently designing and developing well-architected Android applications, following established design patterns.
• In-depth understanding of the entire mobile development life cycle, including familiarity with mobile industry trends, architectures, and emerging technologies.
• Expertise in interactive application development on the Android platform, with a strong grasp of memory management, file I/O, network programming, concurrency, multithreading, and a successful track record of publishing apps on the Google Play Store.
• Proficiency in using version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong collaborative skills, both as an independent contributor and as part of a team.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities.
• Experience with app analytics and crash reporting tools like Firebase Analytics or Crashlytics.
• Experience with reactive programming (RxJava, RxKotlin, Flows, etc.), providing a significant advantage.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in handling third-party hardware such as scanners and printers.
• Experience with gradle scripts
• Knowledge of unit testing and experience with test-driven development.