Android Developer

Qualifications
Must have a depth of knowledge in Kotlin and ability to ramp up on new languages quickly
Experience with enterprise level branching/merging with GitHub
Knowledgeable of security best practices for mobile application development/integration
In-depth knowledge of current technological trends, developments, and best practices in information security, wireless network architecture, mobile technologies, and associated concepts
BS degree in Computer Science or related field
5+ years of Android development experience developing large scale Android applications
Expert in-depth working experience in Kotlin
Experience with REST, JSON, XML and interfacing Android applications to server-side APIs
Experience writing Unit Test and Automated UI tests
Experience integrating with REST APIs is a required
Experience working with CI/CD and debugging issues that arises
Experience performing code reviews and mentoring junior developers is required
Experience/understanding of the SOLID design principles
Experience working with Architects and Stakeholders to craft appropriate solution
Experience debugging memory and performance issues
Experience working with native accessibility features
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Responsibilities
Come join the team and make your mark on a highly distributed, visible, and valued product
Prepare specifications, design, develop and support mobile applications and prepare documentation per Schwab mobile best practices
Assess and optimize designs through review, evaluation tools and analysis to ensure appropriate user experiences for phones and tablets
Create and perform unit testing for the spectrum of mobile devices
Build native mobile apps, support the mobile systems in production and resolve and troubleshoot technical problems
Prepare documentation for new development work while maintaining Schwab development standards
Job description
Position Type: RegularYour opportunity

At Schwab, you are empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

Schwab has been doing in-house, native mobile development for several years but every business channel in Schwab is increasing their presence on the mobile platform. We are looking to grow a high performing, engaged mobile development team that is passionate about delivering an excellent mobile experience for our users, from checking account balances to complex trading, Schwab’s ever growing mobile user base is asking for more features and more and interesting visualizations and interactions. Come join the team and make your mark on a highly distributed, visible, and valued product.

What you are good at:

Prepare specifications, design, develop and support mobile applications and prepare documentation per Schwab mobile best practices
Assess and optimize designs through review, evaluation tools and analysis to ensure appropriate user experiences for phones and tablets
Create and perform unit testing for the spectrum of mobile devices
Build native mobile apps, support the mobile systems in production and resolve and troubleshoot technical problems
Prepare documentation for new development work while maintaining Schwab development standards
Must have a depth of knowledge in Kotlin and ability to ramp up on new languages quickly
Experience with enterprise level branching/merging with GitHub
Knowledgeable of security best practices for mobile application development/integration
In-depth knowledge of current technological trends, developments, and best practices in information security, wireless network architecture, mobile technologies, and associated concepts

What you have

Required Qualifications:

BS degree in Computer Science or related field
5+ years of Android development experience developing large scale Android applications
Expert in-depth working experience in Kotlin
Experience working with Jetpack Compose is a plus
Experience with REST, JSON, XML and interfacing Android applications to server-side APIs
Experience writing Unit Test and Automated UI tests
Experience integrating with REST APIs is a required
Experience working with CI/CD and debugging issues that arises
Experience performing code reviews and mentoring junior developers is required
Experience with building native features as a module is a plus
Experience/understanding of the SOLID design principles
Experience working with Architects and Stakeholders to craft appropriate solution
Experience debugging memory and performance issues
Experience working with native accessibility features

What’s in it for you

At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
Paid parental leave and family building benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance