Job Description
This role is based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and follows a hybrid work model, requiring in-office presence three days per week.
Please note: Due to the in-office requirement, we will only be considering candidates that are local to the Metro Detroit area at this time.
Detroit Labs was founded in 2011 with a vision for building digital products, services, and the teams that power them. We create digital solutions that transform the way our clients do business. We build genuine relationships based on respect, trust, and results. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture that values people - providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive professionally, exceed client expectations, and be themselves at work. We have a variety of client teams we work with ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies so there are always new and exciting projects going on.
Detroit Labs is looking for experienced Android Developers to join an exciting project with an existing client that drives game-changing automotive technology. This role will work on connected vehicle native mobile applications for customers owning vehicles with connected capabilities across the USA and Canada. The systems integrate with the connectivity units inside the vehicle, and enable features like the ability to remotely start the vehicle, view parking locations, Alexa voice commands, and many more.
- 5+ years of professional experience developing native Android applications that are published in the Google Play store (industry experience required)
- Experience with Kotlin (1.7+)
- Experience developing apps targeting modern Android API levels (30+)
- Comfort working in Android Studio and configuring Gradle build files, including product flavors
- Working knowledge of Jetpack architecture components (e.g., ViewModel, LiveData, Navigation, Compose)
- Experience with Kotlin Coroutines
- Ability to integrate RESTful web services
- Experience managing application releases through Google Play Console
- Familiarity with Fastlane and supporting CI/CD workflows for mobile applications
- Understanding of mobile security best practices, including protecting data on device and in transit
- Experience writing unit and UI tests
- Proficiency with Git for source control
- Comfort working in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Detroit Labs is not currently able to hire candidates who will reside outside of the United States during their term of employment
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using modern Kotlin
Integrate applications with RESTful web services and connected systems
Configure and maintain Gradle build files, product flavors, and project configurations
Implement modern Android architecture patterns using Jetpack components
Support CI/CD processes and automated builds using tools such as Fastlane
Manage application releases through Google Play Console
Ensure applications follow best practices for code quality, testing, and mobile security
Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high engineering standards
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features
Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies
Work a hybrid schedule, coming into the Auburn Hills office a minimum of three days per week
The salary range for this role is from $100,000 to $115,000 commensurate with experience
Full medical, dental, vision benefits
401K contribution options
Quarterly outings and events
Paid vacation
Parental leave program
Monthly budgets for “team fun” bonding events
Free lunch for various company meetings and Lunch & Learns
Access to our mentorship program and employee resource groups (ERGs)
Volunteer opportunities
All-company remote-friendly activities
Plenty of Detroit Labs swag
