About Scrumconnect Consulting
Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to deliver innovative digital services that matter.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Senior Android Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality native Android applications for a UK government client. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, delivering user-centred mobile experiences that meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and accessibility requirements.
This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical to service success.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin and/or Java
Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and backend developers to translate requirements into robust, accessible mobile experiences
Write clean, testable, well-documented code following established coding standards and architectural patterns
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment
Ensure applications meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards and GDS service standards
Conduct code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices within the team
Integrate with RESTful APIs and backend services, working closely with API developers
Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, crashes, and production defects
Support Google Play Store submission processes and manage release cycles
Contribute to technical documentation, architecture decisions, and sprint ceremonies
Essential Skills & Experience
Strong experience in native Android development using Kotlin (Java experience also valued)
Solid understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, and the Google development ecosystem
Experience with common Android architectural patterns (e.g. MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture)
Proficiency with Android frameworks such as Jetpack Compose, Android Jetpack libraries, Room, Retrofit, or equivalent
Experience writing unit tests, instrumented tests, and working with test-driven development practices
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g. Gradle, Fastlane, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
Understanding of RESTful API integration and networking best practices
Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and building inclusive mobile interfaces
Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban)
Experience working in regulated, security-conscious, or high-assurance environments
Desirable
Experience delivering mobile applications within a UK public-sector or government context
Familiarity with GDS service standards, the Technology Code of Practice, and the GOV.UK Design System
Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and APM tools (e.g. Firebase Crashlytics, Dynatrace, App Center)
Understanding of secure coding practices and mobile security frameworks (e.g. OWASP Mobile)
Experience with mobile device management (MDM) or enterprise distribution
Familiarity with cross-platform considerations, even if primarily native-focused
Scope & Accountability
Responsible for hands-on design, development, and maintenance of Android applications
Owns the quality and technical integrity of assigned mobile deliverables and code
Contributes technical analysis and recommendations to the wider delivery team
Accountable for timely delivery of agreed development activities within sprint cycles
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.
As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
