Job Description

Sanergy

Job Title: Android Developer

About Sanergy: Sanergy is an award-winning social venture based in Nairobi, Kenya.

We undertake three exciting lines of work:

• We provide safe, sustainable sanitation services to residents living in urban informal settlements of Nairobi and
  Kisumu using end-to-end non-sewered sanitation solutions.


• We implement a circular economy model to sustainably manage sanitation and organic waste generated in cities. Using technologies developed in-house, we upcycle the waste into insect-based protein for animal feed, organic fertilizer, and biomass fuel. We operate the largest organics recycling plant in East Africa.
  ● We partner with cities to develop and deliver safe sanitation and waste management for urban residents. Using a systematic methodology, we match cities’ sanitation and waste management needs with technology and service delivery models, and then offer clear guidance on the steps that governments, funders, service providers and technology developers can take to develop and implement integrated service delivery systems.

Operational since 2011, Sanergy serves over 140,000 urban residents with safe sanitation services every day.

Sanergy collects and treats over 12,000T of waste per year, and successfully sells its agricultural end-products to farmers in over 20 counties in Kenya, who see improved yields and increased incomes.

At the same time, we have built a team of over 400 employees from diverse backgrounds who solve diverse problems, but all embody the drive, creativity, teamwork, and passion that make us achieve our goals.

For our work, we have been recognized by the Gates Foundation as one of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals accelerator; by Fast Company as one of the 10 most innovative companies in the world doing social good and one of the 10 best companies in Africa, and the Food Planet Prize for our innovative circular economy approach.

About the Role

The Android Developer will be responsible for the development of mobile applications for Android devices.

He/She will be working alongside other engineers and developers, collaborating on the various layers of the infrastructure to derive quality applications that will support the organization’s growth needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

We are looking for an Android developer responsible for the development and maintenance of applications aimed at
a vast number of diverse Android devices.

Your primary focus will be the development of Android applications and their integration with back-end services. You will be working along-side other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure.

Therefore, commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing and formulating apps that are suitable for use on all types of Android devices. You will
  collaborate with the rest of the Software Development team to develop a roadmap for features and releases.


• Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code. You will then be expected to design, build, and
  maintain high performance, reusable, and reliable Java code


• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application whilst ensuring that the
  construction and presentation of your app as are congruent with the company’s standards.


• Proofreading your code and correcting mistakes before each app is released. Creating app updates,
  including bug fixes and additional features, for release.


• Collaborating with UI and UX Designers, as well as Software Testers, to ensure that each app is presentable
  and in perfect working order.


• Implementing measures to safeguard users’ data.


• Monitoring app reviews with the key stakeholders to detect areas for improvement and develop plans for
  subsequent implementation


• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automatization

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.


• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes


• Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or C++


• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services


• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices


• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning


• Knowledge of the open-source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks


• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements


• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications


• Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines


• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git


• Familiarity with CI/CD


• Ability to manage your workload with minimal supervision.

Job Location: Nairobi

How to Apply

CLICK HERE to apply online.

Application Deadline: 31st August 2021

Sanergy is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression.

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS: SANERGY AND FRESH LIFE DO NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). SANERGY AND FRESH LIFE DO NOT ASK FOR INFORMATION PERTAINING TO YOUR BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS AND ANY OTHER PERSONAL INFORMATION OUTSIDE THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

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