Senior Android Engineer

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

Develop, maintain, and enhance Android applications using Kotlin and Android SDK. Implement offline-first functionality and ensure app reliability in low-connectivity environments. Integrate with REST APIs, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), and third-party mobile SDKs.

Collaborate with UX/UI designers to deliver high-quality, production-ready features. Ensure app performance, security, and compliance with enterprise and regulatory standards. Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver complete feature slices in an Agile environment.

Advocate for code quality, maintainable architecture, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

5+ years of professional Android development experience. Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDK. Experience with Android Studio, Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM), REST APIs, and third-party mobile SDKs.

Solid understanding of mobile app architecture, offline-first design, and performance optimization. Familiarity with Git and modern version control workflows. Experience working in Agile environments and delivering high-quality , enterprise-grade applications .

Nice To Have

Experience with CI/CD pipelines for Android apps. Knowledge of Jetpack Compose or modern Android UI frameworks. Experience with analytics, monitoring, and mobile app testing frameworks.

Exposure to regulated enterprise environments or safety-critical applications . Soft Skills & Personal Competencies Clear and proactive communicator. Collaborative mindset and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Comfort working with legacy systems and complex technical landscapes. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability. Ability to operate effectively in regulated and safety-critical environments .

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 .