Senior Android Developer Job at Synergy Interactive, Chicago, IL

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  • Synergy Interactive
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

About the job

Job Description:

Are you passionate about developing innovative mobile solutions? Do you thrive in an environment where diversity of thought and background is celebrated? We?re looking for an Android Developer, on-site in our Chicago office, who brings expertise in Digital Rights Management (DRM) and video streaming technologies to help us build world-class mobile applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance Android applications with a focus on secure video streaming.
  • Implement DRM protocols (such as Widevine) to protect digital content.
  • Collaborate closely with product, design, and backend teams to build seamless and secure streaming experiences.
  • Ensure high performance, scalability, and usability of the app across different Android devices.
  • Stay updated on the latest trends in Android development, DRM, and media streaming technologies.
  • Debug and resolve complex technical issues across different versions of Android.
  • Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and high coding standards.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality solutions on time.
  • Take ownership of projects, making informed decisions to meet client and business needs.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience as an Android Developer with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
  • Proficient in Java and Kotlin.
  • Experience in developing applications for both current and older versions of Android.
  • Deep understanding of Android?s graphics stack and media frameworks.
  • Strong grasp of the Android event model and how touch and input events propagate through the View hierarchy.
  • Ability to optimize media rendering and UI performance by leveraging low- level system APIs, memory management techniques, and profiling tools
  • Solid understanding of Android architecture components and design patterns (MVVM, MVP)
  • Familiarity with secure storage, encryption, and app security best practices.
  • Familiarity with cloud services and integration (e.g., AWS).
  • Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git
  • Experience working in a fast-paced agency environment or similar settings.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Knowledge about network programing and protocols and integrating with RESTful and WebSocket-based APIs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with adaptive streaming and real-time video delivery.
  • Experience working with DRM technologies (Widevine, etc.).
  • Experience with graphics and animation libraries
  • Knowledge of crypto theory (PKI) and SGX enclave will be a plus.
  • Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Familiarity with agile methodologies.

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