Summary: The role of Android Developer (Testing-Focused) involves joining a greenfield video streaming project to develop a modern SDK for multiple native platforms. The ideal candidate will integrate testing as a core aspect of software development, focusing on writing production Android code while enhancing testing frameworks and infrastructure. This position requires collaboration with cross-platform teams and a commitment to engineering best practices. The contract is for an initial duration of six months with a hybrid working arrangement in London.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing Kotlin-based Android features for a video streaming SDK
- Designing and implementing testable, maintainable Android code
- Integrating Android components with existing test frameworks
- Improving and expanding test infrastructure alongside feature development
- Supporting physical device testing strategies
- Collaborating with iOS and Roku teams on cross-platform quality
- Helping define engineering and testing best practices
Key Skills:
- 4+ years Android development experience (Kotlin, Gradle, Android Studio)
- Strong experience writing and maintaining Android tests
- Deep understanding of testable architecture and automation principles
- Comfortable owning features end-to-end
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Salary (Rate): £600 daily
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Android Developer (Testing-Focused) - Video Streaming
We are hiring an Android Developer to join a greenfield video streaming project, building a modern SDK used across multiple native platforms.
This role is best suited to an engineer who sees testing as a core part of software development, not a separate function. You'll be writing production Android code while also shaping how testing frameworks, services, and infrastructure are Embedded into the platform.
Key InformationLocation: London
Day Rate: £600 INSIDE IR35
Office Days: Hybrid (London)
Contract Length: 6-month initial contract
- Start date: ASAP
What You'll Be Doing
Developing Kotlin-based Android features for a video streaming SDK
Designing and implementing testable, maintainable Android code
Integrating Android components with existing test frameworks
Improving and expanding test infrastructure alongside feature development
Supporting physical device testing strategies
Collaborating with iOS and Roku teams on cross-platform quality
Helping define engineering and testing best practices
What We're Looking For
4+ years Android development experience (Kotlin, Gradle, Android Studio)
Strong experience writing and maintaining Android tests
Deep understanding of testable architecture and automation principles
Comfortable owning features end-to-end
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Nice to Have
Video streaming experience (DASH/HLS)
ADB protocol knowledge
Experience with Swift, Go, TypeScript, or BrightScript
- Device farms, Docker, WebSockets
If you are available for a contract role and have the required skills, please apply online!
