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Overview
Principal Android Engineer — Location: Ireland (office attendance required once per week). Type: Contract or Permanent.
We’re seeking an experienced Principal Android Engineer to lead the technical direction of a large customer mobile app. This is a high-impact role focusing on architecture, scalability, and technical mentorship across multiple agile teams (Android & iOS). You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the app’s future, driving re-platforming initiatives, and ensuring best-in-class engineering standards.
Responsibilities
* Lead Android architecture and set coding standards
* Mentor and coach engineers across Android and iOS teams
* Drive re-platforming and modernization projects
* Ensure scalability, reliability, and maintainability of the mobile app
* Collaborate closely with product, design, and backend teams
Must-Have Skills & Experience
* 8+ years of Android development experience
* 3+ years in technical leadership roles
* Expertise in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modern app architecture
* Strong background in CI/CD, API integration, and automated testing
Nice-to-Have
* AWS (AppSync, Lambda)
* Mobile analytics and accessibility best practices
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
* Permanent
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Technology, Information and Media
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