Android Developer Hiring Guide | LinkedIn Talent Solutions

Android developers create applications to run on devices powered by the Android operating system, such as mobile phones and tablets. Individuals in this role must craft their applications to perform well on as many Android versions as possible. Strong Android developers will have a vast knowledge of many programming languages to develop several application types, and will be diligent about documenting their code samples. Collaboration skills are also necessary for any Android developer who works as part of a team to deliver stakeholders high-quality work.

You might hire an Android developer to:

Collect and document application requirements
Design program functionality and user interface (UI) flow
Translate documentation and wireframes into code

Maintain and document code samples for future reference

Required skills and qualifications	Preferred skills and qualifications
In-depth knowledge of the Android software development kit (SDK)	Experience shipping software onto the Google Play app store
Comprehensive understanding of Android design and UI best practices	Familiarity with memory management, threading, and performance tuning methods
Experience developing Android apps	Proficiency in source control tools such as Git and SVN
Highly collaborative attitude	Strong leadership skills
Ability to benchmark and optimize code	Engagement with the Android open source community