Application Programmer III

Job Title: Application Programmer III

Location: Charlotte, NC

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $65/hr (W2)

Job ID: 407362

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Android Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Android native development with Kotlin, mobile test automation, and CI practices and a proven ability to design, build, test, and release high-quality Android applications at scale.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and prototype Android applications for phones and tablets for internal and external users.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to define app features and estimates.
• Ensure application quality, performance, and adherence to specifications.
• Identify issues, resolve bottlenecks, and fix defects prior to release.
• Develop and maintain Android native test automation using Kotlin and frameworks such as Appium.
• Publish applications to app stores and manage release activities.
• Maintain code quality, automation, documentation, and best practices across the lifecycle.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Typically 5-7 years of professional software development experience.
• 5+ years of Android development with Kotlin and/or Java, including Core Java expertise.
• Hands-on experience creating automated tests for mobile using Appium or similar frameworks.
• Experience designing and building native Android applications and working with RESTful web services.
• Proficiency with Kotlin, Core Java, XML, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket.
• Familiarity with device features such as biometrics, push notifications, and Camera APIs.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with continuous integration and unit testing practices.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and issue resolution focus.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

Additional Details

• Start month: August.
• Interview process: Two rounds. Video required. Glider ID verification.
• Work setup: Hybrid with a minimum of three days per week onsite in Charlotte, NC.
• Submissions: Maximum of three per vendor.
• Resume notes: Include current location or relocation plan, availability or start date, and any cooling-off requirements.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.