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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Android Mobile Developer - **Company:** City of Philadelphia - **Location:** Philadelphia, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $80,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, Android Studio, App Store (IOS), Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Mobile Application Development, Command-Line Interface, Software Quality, Code Review, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Memory Management, Gradle, Push Technology, Mobile Application Software, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Node.Js, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Material Design, Web Application Security, Shell Script, SQL Databases, TypeScript, .NET Core, Delivery Pipeline, Pixel Perfect, Backend, Git, Kotlin, Containerization, Material UI, Integration Tests, React Native, Google Play, Api Design, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Android Ui, Web Api, Programming Languages - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a6041b54-9b7f-4276-a99e-bc5e2d7db53b ## About the Role * Strong proficiency in React Native development with focus on Android platform optimization * Solid understanding of Android development fundamentals including Activities, Fragments, Services, and Content Providers * Experience with Android Studio, Gradle build system, and Android SDK tools * Knowledge of Material Design principles and Android UI/UX best practices * Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and Java/Kotlin programming languages * Understanding of Android app lifecycle, memory management, and performance optimization * Experience with Android-specific libraries and frameworks (Retrofit, Room, WorkManager, etc.) * Familiarity with Google Play Console and app store submission processes * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex mobile applications * Experience with version control systems, preferably Git * Understanding of RESTful APIs and mobile app security best practices * Knowledge of automated testing frameworks for mobile applications * Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment While you won't necessarily be working with these technologies every day, you should have a broad enough understanding of them to help support your team. * Understanding of the modern mobile platform and common architectures * Strong understanding of the key differences in supported hardware and features across the mobile device landscape * React Native * Server-side programming languages such as .NET Core, Node.js, or PHP * Command line and shell scripts * Web application security concerns and ways to mitigate them * Git, or similar version control systems * SQL, and usage of relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, MSSQL * Amazon Web Services (AWS) * Containerization * Automated test/deployment pipelines * API design and development, We care more about what you can do than where you learned how to do it. That said, a bachelor's degree is a good foundation for the work, and job-related experience around the competencies above is acceptable as well. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience. ## Description * Develop and maintain high-quality Android applications using native Android technologies * Build responsive mobile interfaces that work seamlessly across various Android devices and screen sizes * Collaborate with the mobile development team to establish best practices for Android-specific development * Implement Android-specific features including push notifications, background services, and device integrations * Ensure applications comply with Google Play Store guidelines and submission requirements * Write clean, maintainable code following Android development best practices and coding standards * Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members * Work closely with UX/UI designers to implement pixel-perfect designs optimized for Android platforms * Debug and resolve Android-specific issues across different device manufacturers and OS versions * Optimize app performance for various Android hardware configurations * Integrate with backend APIs and services to deliver seamless user experiences * Stay current with Android development trends, tools, and Google's evolving platform guidelines * Contribute to the continuous improvement of the mobile development process and toolchain * Support production applications and respond to critical issues as needed Development * Develops native Android applications and React Native cross-platform solutions * Implements Android-specific UI components and navigation patterns * Integrates with Android system services and hardware features * Optimizes applications for performance across diverse Android device ecosystem Collaboration * Works effectively with cross-functional teams including designers, backend developers, and product managers * Participates in agile development processes including sprint planning and retrospectives * Communicates technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Quality Assurance * Writes comprehensive unit tests and integration tests for Android applications * Performs thorough testing across multiple Android devices and OS versions * Follows established QA processes to ensure high-quality app releases ## Related Videos - [Modular Secrets to Lightning-Fast Android Builds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1428-modular-secrets-to-lightning-fast-android-builds) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [There's an app for that - on the role of cross platform development in the app development ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/278-there-s-an-app-for-that-on-the-role-of-cross-platform-development-in-the-app-development-ecosystem) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Moving from Java to Kotlin](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/384-moving-from-java-to-kotlin) - [Introducing Kotlin Multiplatform in an existing project](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/276-introducing-kotlin-multiplatform-in-an-existing-project) ## Related Articles - [Cross Platform Mobile Development Frameworks to Use in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/404-cross-platform-mobile-development-frameworks-to-use-in-2025) - [A Guide to Choosing the Right Tools for App Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/391-a-guide-to-choosing-the-right-tools-for-app-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Flutter Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/199-flutter-developer-salary-2023) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023)