Android Developer

Job Description

Overview:

We are looking for an Android Developer to help us build awesome Android apps that integrate with our services platform. The Android developer for the Mobile Team will report to the Director of Mobile. The Mobile group is responsible for application architecture, development and innovation of new feature development to support consumer mobile solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Android design and development, with one or more apps in the Google Play app store.

At Macys.com it isn't enough to be able to produce great code, we want you to be able to produce great ideas and shape the future of our product.

This is a hands-on role. Beyond technical capabilities, we are also looking for a person who can take diverse and changing requirements and turn them into actionable plans. The ideal candidate will have had experience in the high paced energy of startups as well as experience in the structured world of a large company. Additional responsibilities include mentoring the team, driving Agile methodology, tracking the current tasks of the team members, and escalating issues as needed. The successful applicant will work closely with Business Analysts, other Technical Leads, Software Engineers, Operations, and Quality Assurance Engineers in a collaborative environment to provide quality software and solutions while providing the necessary leadership to deliver releases on time and on the budget.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the development of mobile apps for the Android platform
  
• Participate in code reviews, wireframe designs and proof of concepts
• Work with QA team in analyzing and resolving production issues and defects.
• Work with Release Engineering team in app deployment activities
• Participate in the full SDLC (RUP/Agile), including meetings, iterative development, estimations and design sessions

Skills Summary:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent work experience.
  
• 3+ years as a technical lead with deep understanding of Android UX and UI design paradigms, and ability to implement and design Android apps
• 5+ years of broad knowledge of Java, Android Studio, grade, and other IDE tools
• An Object Oriented philosopher with experience understanding and applying OO design patterns.
• Experience working with and tuning high volume mobile applications
• Experience integrating with RESTful API backends
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, agile, collaborative environment
• Ability to clearly write technical specifications and strong estimating and planning skills
• Able to effectively communicate across teams and roles.
• Demonstrable ability to deliver projects on time, with high quality, and within budget.
• Ability to deliver full life cycle engagements.
• Ability and desire to thrive in a proactive, high-pressure, client-services, environment.
• Up to 5% travel – Offices Onshore and Offshore, Conferences – up to 4x a yr.

Company Profile:

As the fastest growing part of Macy's Inc. business, macys.com is achieving record sales and broadening our workforce. With offices in New York and San Francisco, macys.com is the best of all worlds. The entrepreneurial thinking of a Web business complements the stability and support of a national brand. Creativity and ingenuity partner with business acumen and tech savvy to build a unique business poised for continued growth. Employees at macys.com have long term opportunities and are encouraged to utilize their Supervisors and Human Resources for cross-functional movement to further their careers. At macys.com, we are committed to giving back to the community by partnering with local charitable organizations. By skillfully combining the power of the Internet with the best in retailing, macys.com is reaching new heights.

Macy's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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