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TrueNet Communications

Quality Control Technician

Detroit, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

T rueNet Communications is a national infrastructure engineering and specialty contractor serving ... Must be proficient with a Windows and Android operating systems (proficiency with a tablet is ...

TrueNet Communications

Quality Control Technician

Detroit, MI · On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

T rueNet Communications is a national infrastructure engineering and specialty contractor serving ... Must be proficient with a Windows and Android operating systems (proficiency with a tablet is ...

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How much do android developer contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for android developer contractor in Detroit, MI is $60.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.08 and $69.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Android Developer Contractor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Android Developer Contractor, you need strong programming skills in Java and Kotlin, experience with Android SDK, and a solid understanding of mobile app architecture. Familiarity with development tools like Android Studio, version control systems (e.g., Git), and knowledge of testing frameworks or Google Play Store deployment is typically required. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for collaborating with clients and remote teams. These skills and qualities ensure high-quality, maintainable apps are delivered on time and meet client requirements in a competitive freelance environment.

What are some common challenges faced by Android Developer Contractors when working with multiple clients simultaneously?

Android Developer Contractors often encounter the challenge of managing varying client expectations, project scopes, and timelines. Balancing multiple projects requires effective time management and clear communication to avoid missed deadlines or misunderstandings. Additionally, adapting quickly to different codebases, team structures, and workflows is essential for ensuring smooth collaboration and maintaining code quality across projects. Staying organized and setting boundaries around availability can help mitigate these challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.

What are Android Developer Contractors?

Android Developer Contractors are professionals who are hired on a temporary or project basis to design, develop, and maintain applications for devices running the Android operating system. Unlike full-time employees, contractors typically work for a defined period or until specific project goals are met. They may work independently, through an agency, or be part of a larger development team. Their main responsibilities include coding, debugging, testing, and optimizing Android apps to ensure high performance and user satisfaction.
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Senior Backend Developer

Senior Backend Developer

Stefanini Group

Dearborn, MI • On-site

$110.90K - $144.10K/yr

Contractor

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for a Senior Backend Developer (Dearborn, MI)

For quick apply, please reach out to Adil Khan at 248-728- 6424/ adil.khan@stefanini.com

We are looking for candidate who will develop and maintain the back-end/ server-side parts of an application, typically consisting of APIs, databases and other services containing business logic. They work with various languages and tools to create and maintain services on-prem or in the cloud. 

Responsibilities

  • Engage with customers to understand their use-cases and requirements 
  • Solve complex problems by designing, developing, and delivering using various tools, languages, frameworks, and technologies 
  • Align with architecture guidelines for unified and coherent approach to development 
  • Design, develop, and deliver new code using various tools, languages, frameworks, and technologies 
  • Develop and maintain back-end applications like APIs and microservices using server-side languages like Java, Python, C#, etc. 
  • Manage application deployment to the cloud or on-prem, health and performance monitoring, security hardening and disaster recovery for deployed applications 
  • Manage data storage and retrievals in applications by utilizing database technologies such as Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB, etc. 
  • Promote improvements in programming practices, such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous delivery 

Experience Required

  • 10+ years in IT; 8+ years in development
  • Must have prior API development experience, bonus points for developing publicly facing enterprise APIs
  • Design and develop APIs for Web, Mobile and Enterprise consumption for Fleet Telematics product
  • Spring Boot - Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure microservices and web applications using the Spring Boot framework. This includes leveraging Spring ecosystem components, integrating with databases, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness of applications. 
  • REST APIs - Architect, implement, and maintain well-documented, efficient, and scalable RESTful APIs. 
  • Java - Utilize strong proficiency in Java programming to write clean, efficient, and testable code, applying object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns. 
  • Cloud Infrastructure - Experience designing, developing and supporting applications using any cloud platform.

Experience Preferred

  • GCP - Have experience working with GCP or equivalent services to design, develop and deploy cloud-native scalable solutions. 
  • Kotlin - Develop and maintain applications using the Kotlin programming language, potentially focusing on backend services or Android development, while adhering to best practices and design patterns.
  • Highly effective in working with other technical experts, Product Managers, Dev Ops, Big Data, UI/UX Designers, and business stakeholders. 
  • Experience with restful interfaces and OAS standards. 
  • Comfortable with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools and pipelines. 
  • Experience with backlogs, user stories, Jira or similar Agile Tools.

Education Required

  • Bachelor's Degree

**Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives***

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We will also speak with you about the process, including interviews and job offers.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.

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