Junior Android Developer (Perm)

Job Title: Junior Android Developer
Reports to: Mobile Services
ROLE OVERVIEW
The employed individual will join a mobile development team and contribute to Android application development under the guidance of experienced developers and technical leads. This role is suited to a motivated junior developer who is building strong Android fundamentals, learning Kotlin and modern Android development practices, and developing the ability to implement simple features, UI components, and well-structured code. The individual will be expected to learn quickly, follow established coding standards, ask for help appropriately, and use AI tools responsibly as a learning and productivity aid without replacing technical understanding.
KNOWLEDGE
Basic Android application development using Kotlin and/or Java
Core programming concepts including data types such as Boolean, Int, String, and related primitive types
Entity types such as classes, data classes, interfaces, enums, and basic object-oriented programming concepts
Access levels and visibility modifiers such as private, public, internal, and protected
Nullability and safe handling of nullable values in Kotlin
Basic data structures such as lists, maps, sets, arrays, pairs, and simple collection operations
Simple algorithms, control flow, and adequate selection of data structures for straightforward tasks
Basic Android UI development using Jetpack Compose and awareness of XML layouts
Basic understanding of file and folder structure, naming conventions, and team coding guidelines
Awareness of RESTful services, JSON parsing, Git, and basic manual testing practices
SKILLS
Ability to implement simple Android features and UI components with guidance
Ability to follow existing project structure, coding standards, and established development practices
Ability to read documentation, follow examples, and apply learning to assigned tasks
Basic debugging skills using Android Studio, Logcat, and simple troubleshooting techniques
Ability to communicate blockers clearly and ask for help early when needed
Willingness and capability to learn new technologies, frameworks, libraries, and development tools
Awareness of AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Codex, and similar tools
Ability to use AI responsibly as a learning tool and for repetitive or mundane tasks, while validating and understanding the output
ATTITUDES
Curious, enthusiastic, and committed to continuous learning
Open to feedback and willing to learn from mistakes
Able to work in a team environment and learn from peers
Professional in conduct, communication, and delivery approach
Motivated to build strong fundamentals before relying heavily on tools or shortcuts
Shows initiative by reading documentation, exploring examples, and asking thoughtful questions
Delivery focused while understanding that junior work should be guided, reviewed, and improved through feedback
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, maintain, and debug simple Android application features under guidance
Implement basic screens, UI components, and straightforward user flows using Kotlin and Android development tools
Follow established file and folder structures, naming conventions, coding standards, and team guidelines
Write clean, readable, and understandable code that can be reviewed and maintained by the team
Perform basic manual testing of assigned features and assist with resolving simple defects
Use Git or other version control systems to manage code changes according to team practices
Read user stories, simple technical specifications, and documentation to understand assigned work
Seek guidance when solving technical challenges and communicate progress, blockers, and questions clearly
Use AI tools responsibly to support documentation, boilerplate exploration, and repetitive tasks while validating and understanding the generated output
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma, or relevant qualification in Informatics, Computer Science, Engineering, Software Development, or a related field
0 - 2 years’ experience in mobile software development, Android development, internships, graduate programmes, personal projects, or equivalent practical learning
Basic understanding of Android development using Kotlin and/or Java
Exposure to Agile/Scrum environments or willingness to learn agile ways of working
Evidence of learning ability through coursework, projects, portfolio work, GitHub repositories, bootcamps, or self-study
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:
Basic knowledge of Android development using Kotlin, Android Studio, and Android SDK fundamentals
Understanding of basic Kotlin concepts
Ability to implement simple UI components and screens using Jetpack Compose, with awareness of XML layouts
Awareness of frequently used Android libraries such as Hilt, Coil, Timber, Mockk, Navigation, Room, DataStore, etc
Basic awareness of REST APIs, JSON serialization/deserialization, Retrofit, and OkHttp
Basic awareness of MVVM, Clean Architecture concepts, repository pattern, and separation of concerns
Basics of unit testing using JUnit and willingness to learn broader testing practices
Ability to solve straightforward technical challenges with guidance, ask for help appropriately, and apply feedback
Responsible awareness of AI tools and the ability to use them for learning, documentation, exploration, and repetitive tasks without blindly copying generated code

Employment type
Permanent

Work arrangement
No