Mobile Apps - Solution Architect

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Mobile Developers will work with a team in the creation of Android and iOS software enhancements and mobile applications for internal and external client stakeholders. The engineer will work with the CPO and project stakeholders to understand the problem/requirements, architect the solution and drive the solution through the SDLC. This is a 6 - 9 month internship with the possibility of an extension and/or salary based on performance, job requirements, and availability of the selected candidate.

Department: Technology

Reports to: Vikas Wadhwa,

Location: Chicago, Illinois

WHO WE ARE

Our team's digital inventiveness and mobile location expertise creates brand stories that produce results. We are seasoned professionals who have worked in marketing, technology, mobile, and beyond. Our skills include Micro-fencing, mobile strategy, data analytics, and more.

THIS POSITION WILL ENTAIL:

Identify and plan for new features
Develop application programming interfaces (APIs) to support mobile functionality
Remain up to date with the terminology, concepts and best practices for coding mobile apps
Write unit and UI tests to identify malfunctions
Work closely with colleagues to constantly innovate app functionality and design
Communicate with users to understand their needs and experiences

DESIRED SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

DESIRED SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:
Multiple positions are available.

Knowledge of iOS back-end services
Knowledge of Apple’s design principles and application interface guidelines
Proficient in code versioning tools including Git
Familiarity with push notifications, APIs, and cloud messaging
Experience with continuous integration
The skill to track and document your work, record time, communicate results in accordance with some Project Management tool
Prior Startup experience
Good communication skills (written and verbal)
Solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms and software design optimized for embedded systems
A strong understanding of the common challenges with mobile/embedded devices including power management, resource optimization, and wireless network readability

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent
1 - 2 years of professional experience in programming and mobile application development

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in building Android libraries and demonstrates a clear understanding of the Android Platform architecture, the Gradle build system, ProGuard, UI & architectural patterns, Animation, Location services and REST APIs
Experience in popular frameworks such as App Store, Google play services and Firebase

Digital Factory is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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