Description Lead Software Engineer-Potential for contract to hire • Will be required to work on some hardware pairing via our internal, custom Launcher to pair Bluetooth devices. • Will be required to help build widgets on the Launcher to allow users to direct sound to the earpiece versus device speaker. • Backend work in Kotlin will be required. BFF pattern. Strong experience in Kotlin is required • Resolves complex problems spanning multiple applications to drive improvements across portfolios; leads projects with significant business implications, participates in planning and priority estimates, and advises Software Engineers; executes with limited guidance • Informs others in all software development lifecycle phases by applying and sharing an in-depth understanding of company and industry methodologies, policies, standards, and controls • Communicates changes in software architecture and coaches others to apply this understanding to software solutions; resolves escalated issues • Works to improve engineering, test, and operational excellence best practices • Solves complex cross-functional architecture/design and business problems; solutions are extensible; works to simplify, optimize, remove bottlenecks, etc. Project Specific Requirements: • Fluent in the essential front-end, native mobile development technologies, i.e. Kotlin, Android SDK • Experience working with REST APIs, SOAP web services, Webhooks, GraphQL • Experience with JSON and XML formats. • Familiar with Google's Android design principles and interface guidelines • Experience with object-oriented programming principles. • Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code • Good knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with various screen sizes. • Able to design and build appropriate observability (monitoring, tracking, logging, alerting) solutions for post deployment management of the solution • Experience troubleshooting mobile apps. • Working knowledge on any of the Package Managers (build tools, linters, module bundlers) • Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices Provide technology options for solutions with clear articulation of trade-offs • Experience with Test automation tools • Experience designing and developing cloud native solutions • Able to design and develop solutions independently using modern architectural approaches • Experience implementing push notifications in mobile apps • Familiarity with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning of native mobile applications. • Benchmarking and optimization mobile apps • Experience developing with public or private cloud platforms • Working knowledge with one of the CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Git, CircleCI, Argos CD • Provide technology options for solutions with clear articulation of trade-offs • Develops standards and practices to be adopted and build automated solutions to ensure conformance to the same • Develop rollout strategies for deploying solutions Skills kotlin, android, android sdk, Top Skills Details kotlin,android,android sdk, jetpack compose Additional Skills & Qualifications Bluetooth, AI Experience Level Expert Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $95.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.