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Senior Android Developer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$56.75 - $71.75/hr

Senior Android Developer Location: Charlotte, NC (Onsite from Day 1) Job Type: Contract Experience Required: 10+ years Skill Metrics: Skills Required Mockito Yes Restful APIs Yes GIT Yes Android ...

Senior Android Developer

Boston, MA

$63 - $79.75/hr

CoachUp is looking for a Senior Android Developer who will play a key role in all aspects of the development of our Android app: design, implementation, deployment, and maintenance. Additionally, you ...

Sr. Android Developer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$68.25 - $86.50/hr

Position: Sr. Android Developer Location: NY, NJ, Bay Area Duration:12 months • Overall 7+ years of Software development experience • 5+ years of overall Android development experience • Fin ...

Sr. Android Developer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$60.50 - $76.75/hr

Role: Sr. Android Developer Location: Jersey City, NJ / Wilmington, DE Mode of Hire : Contract * Design, develop, and maintain Android applications using Kotlin and other relevant technologies.

Senior Android Developer

Morrisville, NC

$54.25 - $68.75/hr

Senior Android Developer (10+ Years Experience) Location: Morrisville, NC About the Role We''re looking for a Senior Android Developer to own complex features end-to-end, shape our technical ...

Senior Android Developer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$57.50 - $72.75/hr

Senior Android Developer Richmond - VA, Onsite Years of Experience : 8.00 Years of Experience Top 3 skills required for this role: 1.Kotlin 2.Android development 3.JAVA / Responsibilities: • ...

Sr. Android Developer

Mountain View, CA

$68.50 - $86.75/hr

We offer an excellent compensation package We are looking for Sr. Android Developer in Mountain View, CA for Fulltime position. Please refer someone else if you are not available at this time or you ...

Senior Android Developer

Andes, NY · On-site

$55.75 - $70.75/hr

Company Description We are looking for an exceptional Senior Android Developer to work with our cross-functional team onsite at our client in NYC. Core to this need are: * Fluent in Java programming ...

Sr. Android Developer

Irving, TX

$55.75 - $70.50/hr

Designation: Sr Android Developer Location: Irving, TX (Onsite) Job Type: Fulltime Responsibilities * 7+ years of experience in native Android development * Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different ...

Senior Android Developer

Irvine, CA

$62.25 - $79/hr

Senior Android Developer Location: Irvine, CA Contract: 12+ Months Job Responsibilities: Developing, testing, and documenting Android software and have worked on linux development platform, no ...

Senior Android Developer

Chandler, AZ · Remote

$59.25 - $75.25/hr

Gradle, Dagger, Retrofit, Room, Firebase, Lint, Android Profiler, Proguard, Databinding, Livedata Senior Android developer with 10+ years of experience in US preferably worked in the healthcare ...

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How much do senior android developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior android developer in the United States is $61.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.77 and $70.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Senior Android Developer, you need strong proficiency in Java and Kotlin, deep understanding of the Android SDK, and a proven record of building complex mobile applications. Experience with version control systems like Git, familiarity with libraries such as Retrofit and Dagger, and relevant certifications like Google’s Associate Android Developer are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills set top candidates apart in collaborative and fast-paced development environments. These abilities are essential for delivering high-quality, scalable apps and leading teams to meet project goals efficiently.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Android Developers when leading app development projects?

Senior Android Developers often encounter challenges such as balancing feature requests with technical feasibility, ensuring code quality across large teams, and keeping up with rapid updates in the Android ecosystem. They are typically responsible for mentoring junior developers, conducting code reviews, and integrating feedback from stakeholders, which requires strong communication and organizational skills. Additionally, coordinating with designers, backend developers, and QA teams to deliver a seamless user experience can be complex but rewarding.

What is the difference between Senior Android Developer vs Android Developer?

AspectSenior Android DeveloperAndroid Developer
Required Experience5+ years, leadership skills1-3 years, foundational skills
ResponsibilitiesDesign, lead projects, mentorDevelop and maintain Android apps
CertificationsOptional, but often includes Android certificationsTypically not required
Work EnvironmentTeam leadership, project planningCoding, debugging, feature development

The main difference between a Senior Android Developer and an Android Developer lies in experience, responsibilities, and leadership roles. Senior Android Developers often lead projects and mentor junior developers, while Android Developers focus on coding and app development. Both roles require strong Android knowledge, but the senior position demands more experience and strategic input.

What does a Senior Android Developer do?

A Senior Android Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining advanced applications for devices running the Android operating system. They lead the architecture of mobile apps, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure high performance and responsiveness of applications. In addition to coding, they often mentor junior developers, review code, and stay updated on the latest Android trends and technologies. Their expertise helps organizations deliver reliable and innovative mobile experiences to users.
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Sr. Android Developer

$77/hr

Contractor

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation.  Our account managers and recruiters have over a decade of experience in various verticals. GCM understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function.  Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at same requiring the best "talent " for the job. 


Qualifications

Sr. Android Developer needs 5+ years of experience with Android, Java
and UI design principles, patterns, and best practices- Hands-on
experience using Android SDK and Android Studio.-


Sr. Android Developer requires:

  • Hands-on
    experience with Web Services, SOAP, REST , JQuery and JSON to connect
    mobile apps to back-end services- Hands-on experience with the build
    tool Gradle
  • 8 or more years of experience with Android,
    Java, Java Script and UI design principles, patterns, and best
    practices- Familiar with agile/waterfall development practices-
    Proficient with common Android Framework API's (WebViews,Location,
    Camera, Notifications, Maps and etc)
  • Maven
  • Test Driven Development (TDD)
  • UI
  • OO languages/frameworks is a plus
  • Android Framework API's (WebViews,Location, Camera, Notifications, Maps and etc)
  • Agile/Waterfall

Sr. Android Developer duties:

  • Work closely with development, product management, and QA teams to design and develop Android applications-
  • Develop
    and perform unit testing of software; prototype solutions, as needed-
    Document work to allow for seamless hand-off to other teams-
  • Build scalable and fault-tolerant solutions- Integrate with overlapping cross-functional teams


Additional Information

$77/hr

6 MONTHS+


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About Global Channel Management

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Global Channel Management is a technology company that specializes in various types of recruiting and staff augmentation. Global Channel Management understands the challenges companies face when it comes to the skills and experience needed to fill the void of the day to day function. Organizations need to reduce training and labor costs but at the same time requiring the best talent for the job. GCM's Ownership and Management teams have extensive Staffing, Recruiting, HR and Executive Leadership knowledge, Experience and Expertise. Our Understanding and Commitment to our Client's Satisfaction are key reasons GCM has been successful in establishing long term relationships.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Austell, GA, US

Year founded

2009

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