Android Software Developer

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Android Software Developer to join our global head‑office in Oldham. You will design, build and maintain high‑quality Android applications, ensuring they meet Google Play and GMS standards. You will work within a site‑based software team, collaborating across the business to deliver market‑leading mobile solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain Android applications.
• Build robust, scalable and user‑friendly mobile features.
• Work with Android SDK, Kotlin and/or Java, Android Studio, Gradle and modern Android development practices.
• Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders across the business.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical planning.
• Support continuous improvement of code quality, performance, security and maintainability.
• Manage app releases through the Google Play Console.
• Ensure applications meet Google Play Store submission requirements, including app signing, target API levels, privacy declarations, permissions, store listings and release policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to app publishing, rejected submissions, policy warnings, crash reports and production releases.
• Maintain awareness of GMS requirements, Play Integrity, Google APIs, Firebase services and Android compatibility standards.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years’ commercial Android development experience.
• Experience with Kotlin and/or Java.
• Hands‑on experience publishing and maintaining apps on the Google Play Store.
• Strong debugging, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• You thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment and are committed to delivering compliant, high‑quality products.

Required skills

• Android SDK
• Kotlin
• Java
• Android Studio
• Gradle
• Google Play Console
• Google Mobile Services (GMS)
• Firebase
• Android compatibility standards

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• 32 days holiday (including public holidays) plus up to 13 extra days
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave & pay
• Healthcare insurance (including dental)
• Wellbeing support
• Life insurance
• Income protection
• Educational sponsorship
• Electric car scheme with onsite charging points
• Free secure parking
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme
• Informal dress code
• Paid breaks with free premium hot drinks