Android Developer

Role Overview

Acurable’s mobile applications are the main interface between the AcuPebble acoustic sensor and the healthcare professionals and patients who use our medical devices. In your role as Android Developer, you’ll be working on an essential component of our products which needs to not only be engaging and easy to use, but which must also provide the high performance our system requires. This is a really exciting opportunity for a talented, motivated developer who loves solving complex problems and has a strong analytical background. You’ll be able to get involved in every stage of app development, from initial planning to ultimate release, and participate in new and exciting projects while working alongside our team of experienced researchers and engineers.

What you will do

• Design and develop beautiful, user-friendly Android applications, ensuring seamless interactions and top-notch performance.
• Integrate our innovative acoustic sensor with the mobile app, leveraging reliable wireless communication technologies.
• Integrate the app with our cloud data platform APIs, ensuring smooth data flow and powerful functionalities.
• Design and implement technical solutions to enhance the app’s functionality and maintain its peak performance.
• Collaborate closely with our back-end developers, embedded engineers, and product designers to bring the next generation of features to life.
• Define, document, and implement comprehensive unit and functional tests to ensure every aspect of the app functions flawlessly.
• Write code following the IEC62304 based software development lifecycle.
• Challenge yourself and others, continuously explore new technologies, and have fun while making a real impact.

What you should bring to Acurable

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics, showcasing your strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of Kotlin and native Android app development.
• Strong understanding of design patterns and Object Oriented Programming.
• Strong interest in UX/UI, with a focus on easiness of use and accessibility. Solid knowledge of Android UI/UX design principles, patterns and best practices.
• Understand the nuances of fragments and Android XML layouts, and how to create adaptive interfaces that work for multiple device form factors.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to backend services.
• Knowledge of Firebase, Android Jetpack and Hilt.
• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning.
• Experience of using BLE for wireless communication.
• Understanding of build processes and CI tooling.
• Experience with version control tools such as Git.
• Familiarity with writing unit and UI tests.
• Experience with mobile development issues related to performance optimisation, caching, security, native components / SDKs and compatibility on low budget phones.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Creativity in finding solutions, exceptional attention to detail, a good understanding of technology and, most important of all, a genuine curiosity to learn and master new technologies.

Why you should apply

• We provide a fun and entrepreneurial work environment within an exciting high-growth business, where you will use your skills to make a real difference to the lives of millions of people.
• You will be joining an experienced and extremely talented team, who will help you grow professionally by providing valuable mentoring and development opportunities.
• We offer a very competitive remuneration package, flexible hours, generous holiday allowance, free eye tests, fresh fruit, regular social events… and many other perks we continue adding as the company grows.
• We put time and care into finding passionate, committed people, who look out for each other and are prepared to go the extra mile to help Acurable achieve our mission. If that sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we can’t wait to hear from you.

Position details

• Location: This is a hybrid role, with the company office based in London.
• Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience.