Android Developer (Kotlin) - Founding Engineer

About Us

Meetsta is a dynamic and innovative social networking platform. Our mission is to provide a tailored and engaging space where individuals can connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships. We are launching in Fall 2024 on iOS and are looking to expand our team with a skilled Android Developer.

Role Description

We are seeking a passionate Android Mobile Developer with expertise in Kotlin to join our growing team at Meetsta. As a Founding Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining the Android version of our mobile app, ensuring a smooth and intuitive user experience. You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend developers to bring new features to life and optimize existing functionality.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Meetsta’s Android app version using Kotlin.
• Implement and optimize gRPC-based communication for seamless interactions with backend services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement new features that align with business and user needs.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of the app through robust testing and optimization.
• Identify and fix bugs to improve app stability and performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code following best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Android development trends, libraries, and best practices to continuously improve the app.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with the UI/UX team to ensure a seamless and visually appealing user experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in Android app development with a strong focus on Kotlin and Jetpack Compose (UI).
• Experience with gRPC for fast and efficient communication between Android apps and backend services.
• Experience with databases like PostgreSQL.
• Solid understanding of Android SDK, Android architecture components, and best practices for Android development.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, third-party libraries, and integration with backend services.
• Proficiency in version control (GitHub) and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of mobile UI/UX design principles and experience working with designers to create smooth user experiences.
• Familiarity with tools such as Android Studio and Gradle.
• Experience with app performance optimization, including memory management and battery usage.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with push notifications, offline storage, and background processing.
• Previous experience in social networking or mobile-first platforms is a plus.

Compensation

• Equity-based.

Important Notes

• We are only considering US citizens and Permanent Residents for the role.

Join us at Meetsta and be part of a team that is redefining the social networking experience for college students. If you are passionate about mobile development and want to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.