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# Android Developer

- **Company:** Digital Factory
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Android Software Development, Software Debugging, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Mobile Application Software, Location-Based Services, Software Security, Backend, Front End Software Development, Google Play, Restful APIs
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dgtl-factory.com/careers/129

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mobile Application Development, or a related technical field preferred.
 * 3+ years of professional Android development experience preferred.
 * 2+ years of hands-on experience developing Android applications using Kotlin and/or Java.
 * Demonstrated experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining production-quality Android applications.
 * Experience working with REST APIs and backend services.
 * Experience with Git/GitHub and modern software development workflows.
 * Experience debugging and optimizing mobile applications.
 * Experience with Android application deployment and Google Play Store releases is preferred.
 * Experience with GPS, geolocation, mapping, or location-based services is a strong plus.

## Description

We are looking for an entrepreneurial and technically strong Android Developer. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality Android applications. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Kotlin and/or Java, understands modern Android development practices, and enjoys building reliable, intuitive mobile applications. Experience with GPS, geolocation, maps, location services, or other location-based technologies is highly desirable., * Design, develop, and maintain Android applications.

 * Build intuitive, responsive, and high-performance mobile experiences.
 * Develop clean, scalable, and maintainable Kotlin and/or Java code.
 * Integrate Android applications with REST APIs and backend services.
 * Implement location-based functionality, GPS, mapping, and geolocation services.
 * Test, troubleshoot, and resolve application defects and performance issues.
 * Optimize applications for different Android devices and operating system versions.
 * Collaborate with backend developers, frontend developers, product contributors, and company leadership.
 * Participate in technical architecture and product discussions.
 * Contribute to application security, reliability, and scalability.
 * Support application releases, updates, and ongoing maintenance.
 * Stay current with Android development technologies and industry best practices.