Job description
Robots & Pencils is seeking a Senior Android Developer to join a dedicated delivery team focused on evolving safety-critical and customer facing mobile applications used daily by field crews , supervisors , and customers . The team’s work emphasizes reliability , offline support , security , and regulatory compliance while delivering ongoing platform improvements and technical modernization over a multi-year engagement .
You’ll work in a mature Agile environment alongside stakeholders and internal team members to deliver roadmap initiatives and full-feature development .
This role is ideal for an Android engineer with deep experience in Kotlin and Android development , a strong product mindset , and a commitment to building reliable , maintainable , and high-quality mobile applications .
** Key Responsibilities **
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Develop, maintain, and enhance Android applications using Kotlin and Android SDK.
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Implement offline-first functionality and ensure app reliability in low-connectivity environments.
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Integrate with REST APIs, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), and third-party mobile SDKs.
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Collaborate with UX/UI designers to deliver high-quality, production-ready features.
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Ensure app performance, security, and compliance with enterprise and regulatory standards.
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Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver complete feature slices in an Agile environment.
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Advocate for code quality, maintainable architecture, and continuous improvement.
** Required Skills & Qualifications **
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5+ years of professional Android development experience.
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Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDK.
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Experience with Android Studio, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), REST APIs, and third-party mobile SDKs.
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Solid understanding of mobile app architecture, offline-first design, and performance optimization.
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Familiarity with Git and modern version control workflows.
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Experience working in Agile environments and delivering high-quality , enterprise-grade applications .
** Nice to Have **
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines for Android apps.
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Knowledge of Jetpack Compose or modern Android UI frameworks.
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Experience with analytics, monitoring, and mobile app testing frameworks.
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Exposure to regulated enterprise environments or safety-critical applications .
** Soft Skills & Personal Competencies **
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Clear and proactive communicator.
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Collaborative mindset and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
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Comfort working with legacy systems and complex technical landscapes.
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability.
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Ability to operate effectively in regulated and safety-critical environments .
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We Offer**
- 20 days of paid vacation.
- 15 days of unpaid vacation.
- All official public holidays off.
- 5 paid sick days without a doctor's certificate.
- Medical insurance.
- Military draft deferment (reservation) support.
- Cooperation under a gig-contract.
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Why Join Robots & Pencils? **
You’ll contribute to a long-term digital transformation initiative that directly impacts thousands of users every day. You’ll join a team that values engineering excellence, reliability, collaboration, and delivering mobile experiences that make a real difference.