Full-Time
Android Engineer
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Sporty Group
51-200 employees
Sports app for news, scores, streaming
Mid
Remote in USA
- 3+ years of application development experience in Android
- Proficiency with Java, Kotlin and the Android development ecosystem
- Enjoy working on mobile apps at all levels – from networking up to user interfaces and everything in between
- Understand and have experience making decisions about mobile application architecture, including data modeling, networking and data synchronization and concurrency
- Experience building maintainable and testable code bases, including API design and unit testing techniques
- Experience with multithreading programming and mobile memory management
- Good communication and collaboration skills to be able to work in a fast paced and distributed environment
- Previous history of working with a remote, distributed team would be beneficial
- Experience with mobile video playback and streaming technologies
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers and Backend Engineers to design and deliver high-quality products on Android
- Build end-to-end features of the app: networking, persistence, business logic, and UI
- Build efficient and reusable mobile components and architect reliable, performant, and scalable mobile solutions
- Identify areas of improvement and advocate for mobile best practices
- Analyze and optimize UI and infrastructure application code for quality, efficiency, and performance
- Mentoring less experienced team members
Sporty.com is a sports app designed for sports enthusiasts, offering features such as sports news, live football scores, live streaming, sports odds, and interactive chat. Users can follow, like, share, and watch sports content without any cost or advertisements, creating a seamless experience. The app targets sports fans who want real-time information and community engagement. Unlike competitors, Sporty.com provides free access to its services, which helps build a large user base that can be monetized through partnerships and sponsorships in the future. The goal of Sporty.com is to enhance the sports viewing experience while fostering a loyal community of sports fans.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Campbell, California
Founded
2013
6 month growth
↑ 10%1 year growth
↑ 10%2 year growth
↑ 10%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sporty.com's free-access model can attract a large, loyal user base, which can be monetized through future premium features and partnerships.
- The acquisition of Sociable Soccer allows Sporty Group to diversify its offerings and tap into the lucrative gaming market.
- Partnerships like the one with SES HD PLUS Ghana to deliver Euro 2024 in HD can significantly boost user engagement and platform credibility.
What critics are saying
- Relying on partnerships and sponsorships for revenue may lead to financial instability if these collaborations falter.
- The competitive landscape of digital sports media requires continuous innovation to maintain user interest and market position.
What makes Sporty Group unique
- Sporty.com offers a zero-cost, ad-free experience, setting it apart from competitors who rely on advertisements for revenue.
- The acquisition of Sociable Soccer marks Sporty Group's unique entry into the video game market, expanding its ecosystem beyond traditional sports media.
- Strategic partnerships with sports organizations and influencers enhance the platform's content and engagement opportunities, providing a competitive edge.
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