Android Developer-Melbourne, FL - Georgia IT Inc.

  
Job Title               : Android Developer
Location               : Melbourne, FL
Position Type       : Contract
Rate                       : $42/hr. on W2
Interview mode is Face To Face
Position Summary: 
We are looking for an Android Developer who possesses a passion for pushing mobile technologies to the limits and will work with our team of talented engineers to design and build the next generation of our mobile applications.
 
Essential Functions: 
 

• 3+ years of design and build advanced applications for the Android platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Work with outside data sources and API's
• Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability.
• Work on bug fixing and improving application performance.
• Continuously Client, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.

Interactions:

• Supervision Received: Requires little to no supervision.  Plans and carries out work assignments; resolves most conflicts which arise; coordinates work with others as necessary; interprets policy on own initiative in terms of established objectives.  Keeps Team leader informed of progress, potentially controversial matters, or far-reaching implications
• Supervisory Duties:  No functional supervisory responsibility but is responsible for managing a specific function. Trains and assigns work to Team members on an occasional basis; performs the same work as the group on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications: 
 

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject
• Proven software development experience
• Proven working experience in Android development
• Experience with Android SDK
• Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle.
• Must be willing to travel domestically within the USA
• Must speak, read and write English fluently
• Regular attendance is required
• Must have a positive attitude
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the Thales IFEC culture, that is, exhibit the Thales IFEC values of Compliance, Respect, Innovation, Responsibility, Teamwork
• Must be well groomed and maintain a professional appearance
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the position is located
• Must pass 7 year background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
 

• Proven working experience in Android development
• Experience with Android SDK
• Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Working knowledge of the general mobile landscape, architectures, trends, and emerging technologies
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to generate design solutions
• Demonstrated ability to define and enhance engineering design processes
• Knowledge of avionics certifications processes and requirements preferred but not required
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations governing avionics preferred but not required 
• Demonstrated ability to interact and present ideas and solutions with customers (internal and external)
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Results oriented
• Ability to work in a team development environment
• Able to work with and in close proximity of fellow Team members
• Ability to prioritize workload

Working Conditions:

• Equipment: Computer and other office equipment, Electronics lab test equipment, computers

Work Environment:  

• Normal office, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet 
• Work shifts may vary – flexibility required
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
• Must be willing to travel on a limited basis both domestically as well as intern
• The position is considered On-Call and a mobile telephone will be provided

Physical Effort: 
Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds