Android Mobile Developer: Unpaid Internship

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JOB DESCRIPTION

This is an unpaid internship. The Mobile Developer will work with a team in the creation of Android and iOS software enhancements and mobile applications for internal and external client stakeholders. The engineer will work with the CPO and project stakeholders to understand the problem/requirements, architect the solution and drive the solution through the SDLC.

Reports to: Vikas Wadhwa, Technology

Location: Chicago, Illinois

WHO WE ARE

Our team's digital inventiveness and mobile location expertise creates brand stories that produce results. We are seasoned professionals who have worked in marketing, technology, mobile, and beyond. Our skills include Micro-fencing, mobile strategy, data analytics, and more.

THIS POSITION WILL ENTAIL:

The length of the internship is 6 to 9 months with the possibility of a full-time position based on performance, job requirements, and availability of the selected candidate.

Identify and plan for new features
Develop application programming interfaces (APIs) to support mobile functionality
Remain up to date with the terminology, concepts and best practices for coding mobile apps
Write unit and UI tests to identify malfunctions
Work closely with colleagues to constantly innovate app functionality and design
Communicate with users to understand their needs and experiences

DESIRED SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

Multiple positions are available.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Basic proficiency with Git
Significant experience with development in Java
Solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms and software design optimized for embedded systems
A strong understanding of the common challenges with mobile/embedded devices including power management, resource optimization, and wireless network readability

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
At least 2 years of professional experience in Java programming and Android mobile application development

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in building Android libraries and demonstrable proficiency/mastery of the Android Platform architecture, the Gradle build system, the use of ProGuard and the UI, Animation, Graphics, Location and Sensors, and Connectivity APIs
Experience with popular frameworks such as Google Play services, Firebase and native Android geolocation APIs
Understanding of RESTful APIs and experience with Linux and Bash Command Line Interface

Digital Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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