Mobile Application Developer (Android)

• Develop and maintain industrial-grade native Android applications using Java and Kotlin.

• Design modern, responsive user interfaces using Jetpack Compose and standard XML layouts.

• Implement robust local data storage using Room Database (SQLite) for offline-first functionality.

• Integrate mobile applications with hardware peripherals via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), USB Host Mode, or Network Sockets.

• Connect applications to backend RESTful APIs (PHP/MySQL) to synchronize data with server infrastructure.

• Optimize application performance, managing memory usage and background processes for long-running industrial tasks.

• Manage vector assets (Vector Drawables) and ensure UI consistency across various screen sizes.

• Write clean, documented code and participate in code reviews.

  
  

  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mobile Computing, or a related field.

• Or: A strong portfolio of published apps on the Google Play Store demonstrating relevant functionality.

  
  

  
  

• 3+ years of professional experience with the Android SDK and Android Studio.

• Strong proficiency in Java is required (Legacy code maintenance and new development).

• Experience with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for modern UI development.

• Solid understanding of Android Architecture Components (ViewModel, LiveData, Room).

• Experience with hardware integration (Bluetooth Classic/BLE, USB, or TCP/UDP communication) is a major plus.

• Familiarity with git version control.

  
  

  
  

• English Proficiency: Fluent written and verbal English is mandatory for technical documentation and team syncs.

• Time Zone Overlap: Must be available for at least 3 hours of overlap with US Central Standard Time (CST).

• Hardware Mindset: Ability to understand how software interacts with physical hardware (commands, latency, connection states).

  
  

  
  

Compensation: eDepending on technical proficiency and experience

• Payment: Payments made monthly via [Wise / PayPal / Wire Transfer] in US Dollars.

• Type: Independent Contractor Agreement.

Why Work With AIS?

• Earn in USD: Stable payments via [Wise/Wire/Platform] in US Dollars.

• Real Engineering: You won't just be building "To-Do List" apps. You will build controllers for real-world industrial hardware.

• 100% Remote: Work from your home office.

• Direct Impact: Work directly with the lead engineer; your code will be used in production environments immediately.

• Long-Term Growth: We are looking for a dedicated partner to grow with the company, not a temporary freelancer.

  
  

  
  

Legal Disclaimer & Contractor Acknowledgement

By submitting an application for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

1. Independent Contractor Status You understand that this is a Contract-for-Service position (Business-to-Business). You are applying to work as an Independent Contractor, not as an employee of American Information Systems, LLC. You will not be entitled to US employment benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, paid time off, unemployment insurance, or workers' compensation.

2. Tax & Legal Responsibility You acknowledge that you are solely responsible for reporting your income and paying all applicable taxes, social security contributions, and government fees required by your country, state, or province of residence. American Information Systems, LLC will not withhold taxes from your payments. You agree to comply with all local labor laws and regulations applicable to you in your jurisdiction.

3. Compliance with US Sanctions (OFAC) American Information Systems, LLC is a United States entity strictly adhering to US Export Control laws. By applying, you certify that:

• You are not a resident of, or located in, any country currently under US comprehensive sanctions (including, but not limited to: Russia, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Cuba, or the Crimea/Luhansk/Donetsk regions of Ukraine).

• You are not named on the US Department of Treasury’s Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list or any other US government denied-party list.

4. Data Security & Confidentiality You understand that this role requires access to proprietary code and intellectual property. If selected, you will be required to sign a strict Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement before any work begins.

5. Verification of Identity You must be able to provide valid government-issued photo identification to verify your identity and residency prior to signing a contract.