Senior Android Developer, Contractor, D.C./ NYC

The Android Developer will play a critical role on development projects for Lab49 clients. Working in a collaborative and innovative project team, with direct enterprise client-facing interactions, you will have an opportunity to apply your skills and expertise to design sophisticated applications that solve client challenges and enhance outcomes for them and their clients. Key Responsibilities Design and build advanced applications for the Android platform utilized in financial services Work with team leadership, Product Owners, Designers, and other technologists to create software to be deployed in enterprise and public app stores based on business and technical priorities Actively contribute to the adoption of robust software architecture, development and engineering best practices, and the adoption of new technologies Break down complex problems into elegant technical solutions to intelligently solve problems for Lab49's clients Utilize industry best practices to ensure code quality and robustness including edge cases, usability and general reliability Advocate test-driven development and deliver high quality, resilient solutions Resolve defects and enhance application performance by analyzing and optimizing code Experience/Skills Required Proven software development experience and Android skills development At least 4 or more years working with the Android SDK At least 2 or more projects as a key contributor to delivering a working Android application. Proven working experience in Android app development and have published at least one sophisticated original Android app, either in a public app store or within an enterprise Experience with Android SDK and Kotlin 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 Experience working in an Agile environment College degree in Computer Science or related field of study or equivalent experience The base salary range is - $140,000 - $170,000 Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role and level. Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance. Salary range disclosure as required by S9427A when hiring in New York. Lab49 is a specialist strategy, design, and technology consulting company dedicated to the financial services industry. We were founded in 2002 to fill a need in the Financial Technology marketplace for high-end execution and reliable delivery of technology projects. Our consultants are experts in strategy, user experience, architecture, engineering, and delivery management. We combine knowledge of the latest trends in technology with deep domain expertise to deliver innovative solutions with accelerated time-to-market. We have office hubs in Midtown Manhattan, Washington DC, London, Budapest, New Delhi and Sydney. Lab49/ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business. Lab49/ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.