Android Developer Needed ASAP (PDX)

[Paul Ward]

Android App Developer Wanted (SW Portland)

About the position: 
This job is for an Android Mobile App development position. Developers need to be able to create fully operating native Android apps that run on phones and tablets (not PhoneGap projects). Will work closely with our team's iOS developers to sync the Android app with it's iOS version. The Android developer should be fully familiar with JAVA, the Android SDK, the various versions of Android (Gingerbread - JellyBean) and Android development tools (such as Eclipse).

The developer needs to be a team player with a great personality. They need to be dependable, responsible, function well under deadlines, a self starter, able to work independently, and able to take instructions easily. Our ideal developer will have a positive "can-do" attitude. Our developer will know when a project warrants "perfection" in coding or when it is simply requires "what-ever it takes to get the job done fast", and be comfortable with both. Our developer needs to be a fast learner comfortable with wearing multiple hats and taking the lead on a project if called on to do so. 

Who, What, Why: 
Media Mechanic is a Mobile & Web development firm based in Lake Oswego Oregon (just south of downtown Portland) which specializes in creating custom mobile apps (iOS, Android and Kindle FIRE) . We are looking for an Android Mobile App Developer looking for a great way to build professional experience in a fun environment. 

COMPENSATION: Pay range is based on experience: entry-level to experienced developer. The first 90 days probationary period is a Work-For-Hire basis. After 90 days we will conduct a performance review and discuss compensation & possible salaried status. Salaried status includes: bi-weekly paid salary, paid vacations, health benefits, optical benefits & an employer matching retirement plan. 


Where: 
This position is at Media Mechanic in Lake Oswego (10 minutes south of downtown Portland) & starts immediately. 


How: 
Send us your resume and portfolio links! You must be prepared to discuss in detail your role in the projects located in your portfolio. 


POSITION OVERVIEW: 

* MUST HAVE SKILLS: Intermediate to advanced understanding of Java for mobile development (For Android) A MUST! 
* Able to work with designers to take PhotoShop files from design mock-up to final Android App. 
* Intermediate to Advanced understanding of object oriented techniques. 
* programming, programming using classes, and other structured programming principles. 
* Understanding of XML, AJAX, Linux, Apache is a plus (for projects which require connection to web servers using an API)

* BONUS SKILLS: Intermediate to Advanced understanding of PHP programming language, XHTML, CSS, SASS, XML, JavaScript & MySQL. BIG plus! . 
* Writes proficient document code. 
* Has knowledge of debugging code and re-engineering structured code work. 
* Can write code from pseudocode, verbal instructions, and using process flow diagrams. 
* Must be equally adept in and comfortable with new application development and maintaining existing code. 
* Must be diligent about documentation and logging time. 
* Able to meet budgets & time-frames as promised. 


DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS AD IF: 

* You do not live in the Portland Metro area. 
* You are a third party vendor or company looking for outsource work. 

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