Android lead developer

Overview

On Site
$70
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Kotlin
Java
SDK
Jetpack

Job Details

Trident Consulting is seeking a "Android lead developer" for one of our client in Palo Alto, CA (Onsite). A global leader in business and technology services.

Job Type: Contract
Work Flexibility: N/A
Required Skills: Kotlin & Java
Role: Android lead developer
Location: Palo Alto, CA (Onsite)
Duration: 6-12months (Contract)
Pay Rate: $70 to $75/hr on C2C

Job Description/ Responsibilities
Android Developer lead role is pivotal in shaping our digital banking platforms by developing new features, enhancing existing functionalities,
and ensuring a seamless user experience across Android devices.
You will also contribute to CI/CD pipeline development and collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline mobile app delivery
and infrastructure.

Required Skills & Experience:
Experience: Minimum 10 years of hands-on Android development experience for smartphones and tablets.
Languages & SDKs: Proficiency in Kotlin and Java, with deep knowledge of the Android SDK.
Architecture & Libraries: Experience with Jetpack libraries, Dagger/Hilt, Room, LiveData, ViewModel, and Navigation Component.
API Integration: Strong experience integrating RESTful APIs, OAuth, and third-party SDKs.
UI/UX: Solid understanding of Material Design, accessibility standards, and responsive UI development.
Testing: Familiarity with JUnit, Mockito, Espresso, and Robolectric for unit and UI testing.
Version Control: Proficient with Git, GitHub/GitLab workflows, and branching strategies.
CI/CD & DevOps: Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, managing build automation, and working with mobile DevOps tools and practices.
Security & Compliance: Knowledge of OWASP Mobile Security, PCI DSS, GDPR, and secure data handling practices.
Agile Methodology: Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments with tools like JIRA and Confluence.
Fintech Domain: Experience or strong interest in banking, financial services, or fintech applications.

Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Android applications using Kotlin and Java.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, UX/UI designers, QA engineers, backend developers, and DevOps engineers.
Implement modern Android architectural patterns such as MVVM, MVI, and leverage Android Jetpack components.
Ensure secure coding practices to protect sensitive financial data and comply with industry standards.
Integrate with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and third-party services to deliver comprehensive banking functionalities.
Optimize app performance, security, and responsiveness across a wide range of Android devices and OS versions.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including planning, development, deployment, and post-release support.
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Android apps using tools like Bitrise, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CircleCI.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to manage build automation, release processes, and mobile infrastructure.
Stay updated with the latest Android development trends, tools, and best practices, especially in mobile security and fintech.
Conduct thorough debugging and troubleshooting to maintain app stability and performance.
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to development standards.

About Trident:
Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success.
Some of our recent awards include:
Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco
Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
Received the TechServe Excellence award.
Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America
Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.

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