Job Description
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to truly love your job? Think about what it would be like to start each day excited to see your peers, have fun, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry. Imagine having a career where you learn something new every day, are able to be creative and change the way people live forever. Sounds pretty awesome, right?
We're growing our brand from coast to coast and are seeking talented people to help us live the dream in this exciting start-up opportunity. If you want to be part of a smart, passionate team, are up for a new challenge, or feel like you've outgrown your current position or company, we want to hear from you.
ABOUT US
1VALET is driving advancements in integrating smart building technologies and on-demand home services for the residential building industry. Our team of engineers, developers and designers are focused on creating compelling experiences and cutting-edge automation platforms for building managers and residents, revolutionizing this space for the future.
Our smart studio is conveniently located on Saint-Joseph Street, Gatineau, and is steps away from restaurants, breweries, bakeries, cafes, a grocery store and a CrossFit gym. We are within walking distance of local bus routes and offer free parking. We will also be installing a bike rack in the spring.
SENIOR ANDROID DEVELOPER
1VALET is looking for a highly-skilled Android Developer to join our growing team. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will help expand and lead a team of Android developers. A natural problem-solver, you thrive in environments that value collaboration and learning. You have a passion for great product design and engineering practices, and love to write software that is responsive, tested and performant. You are not afraid to fail and are able to learn from your mistakes.
You can speak openly and honestly about where you are today and where you want to go tomorrow and over the next few years. We take your career goals seriously and will support you in your path to growth. In addition to formal training, we will provide you with many other opportunities to learn and challenge yourself, such as workshops and hack days. As a senior member of our team, you will also have the opportunity to coach and mentor junior developers.
Essential skills:
Emotional intelligence
6+ years experience developing native Android apps
Experience working in an agile environment
Experience developing for IoT and connected devices
Strong analytical and debugging skills
Strong understanding of Android UI patterns and interaction models
Experience with Android SDK
Experience with external data sources, third-party libraries and APIs
Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON
Exemplary communication and collaboration skills
Excellent presentation skills
Critical thinking skills with the ability to challenge ideas respectfully
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to manage time and understand how to organize and share ideas
Strong leadership and time management skills
Excited to learn new skills and share your knowledge with others
Nice to have:
Experience working in an early phase start-up
Experience working in a product environment
Understanding of user-centered design principles
Bilingual French/English
Responsibilities:
Lead Android application development by translating end-to-end flows and high fidelity designs into high-quality and scalable applications for a variety of Android devices and form factors
Deliver core, customer-facing features of our app
Work closely with the product team to create a delightful user experience
Work closely with the backend developers to design APIs
Write unit and integration tests
Share your knowledge with team members through Lunch & Learn sessions and other learning activities
Work collaboratively with designers, product managers and QA
Participate in brainstorming sessions and product design workshops with 1VALET team members
Be involved in every aspect of the product life-cycle, from ideation and prototyping to shipping product
Collaborate with the product design team to ensure flawless implementation of designs and interaction models
Present your work during bi-monthly product demos
Help grow our Android team and mentor junior developers
WHAT WE OFFER
Fun and engaging culture
Creative environment in smart building
Free parking
Flexible work hours
3 weeks vacation
Competitive compensation structure
Health benefits package (after probation period)
Career development plan
Unlimited growth opportunities
Regular social events
Bottomless coffee
Occasional dog in the studio : )
If you are excited by what you've read, get in touch with us today!