Senior Android Developer
Boardroom AppointmentsSandton, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Boardroom Appointments, founded in 1989, is a global talent solutions provider delivering recruitment, contract staffing, project staffing, temporary employment, training, HR consultancy, and expatriate mobility services across Africa, EMEA, the Americas, and Europe. Leveraging a deep industry focus that spans FMCG, finance, manufacturing, oil & gas, healthcare, logistics, IT, renewable energy, retail, agriculture, government, and call‑center services, the firm custom‑builds solutions that match each client’s unique talent needs. With a worldwide candidate database and a team of seasoned recruitment and HR professionals, Boardroom Appointments offers end‑to‑end services—from executive search and people analytics to payroll outsourcing and workforce management—ensuring seamless, high‑quality placements that let clients concentrate on their core business. Their distinctive value lies in a partnership model that blends industry expertise, data‑driven insights, and a culture of passion and professionalism to deliver flawless, long‑lasting results.
Job Description
Design, develop, and maintain advanced Android applications. Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend developers to implement new features. Stay updated with the latest trends in Android development.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in Android app development.
- Proven portfolio of Android applications published on the Play Store.
- IT Degree or Diploma.
- Proficiency in Java (preferred).
- Strong understanding of Android SDK, frameworks, and tools.
- Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party libraries (e.g., Retrofit, OkHttp, Glide).
- Familiarity with Android Jetpack components (ViewModel, LiveData, Room).
- Tools & Methodologies: Proficient in version control systems (Git).
- Experience with CI/CD tools.
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to mentor junior developers and lead small teams.
- Experience with Firebase, MongoDB, or REST APIs.
- Knowledge of modern architectural patterns (e.g., MVVM, Clean Architecture).
- Exposure to UI/UX design principles.
- Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit).