CLOSED- Mobile Apps - Solution Architect

Company: Digital Factory
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

WANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM?WE CAN'T WAIT.JOB DESCRIPTIONThe SOLUTION ARCHITECT will work with a team in the creation of Android and iOS software enhancements and mobile applications for internal and external client stakeholders. The engineer will work with the CPO and project stakeholders to understand the problem/requirements, architect the solution and drive the solution through the SDLC. This is a 6 - 9 month internship with the possibility of an extension and/or salary based on performance, job requirements, and availability of the selected candidate.Department: Technology Reports to: Adrian Delancy, Location: Chicago, IllinoisTHIS POSITION WILL ENTAIL:

• Identify and plan for new features
• Develop application programming interfaces (APIs) to support mobile functionality
• Remain up to date with the terminology, concepts and best practices for coding mobile apps
• Write unit and UI tests to identify malfunctions
• Work closely with colleagues to constantly innovate app functionality and design
• Communicate with users to understand their needs and experiences
• Other duties as assignedDESIRED SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of iOS back-end services
• Knowledge of Apple's design principles and application interface guidelines
• Proficient in code versioning tools including Git
• Familiarity with push notifications, APIs, and cloud messaging
• Experience with continuous integration
• The skill to track and document your work, record time, communicate results in accordance with some Project Management tool
• Prior Startup experience
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms and software design optimized for embedded systems
• A strong understanding of the common challenges with mobile/embedded devices including power management, resource optimization, and wireless network readabilityREQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
  • Currently enrolled in or graduated with a BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or an equivalent degree.
  • 1 - 2 years of professional experience in programming and mobile application developmentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Experience in building Android libraries and demonstrates a clear understanding of the Android Platform architecture, the Gradle build system, ProGuard, UI & architectural patterns, Animation, Location services and REST APIs
    • Experience in popular frameworks such as App Store, Google play services and FirebaseDigital Factory is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, regardless of sex; race; color; creed; national origin; religion; age; marital status; pregnancy; physical, disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.APPLY FOR THE POSITION!Please provide a phone or email address.
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