Android Developer

As an Android Developer at e.l.f. Beauty, you'll design and build advanced applications for the Android platform. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement the newest features while ensuring the performance and quality of your applications. Additionally, you'll engage with our mobile eCommerce partner in the UK, integrate geolocation services, develop robust third-party API solutions, and maintain code quality. Your role will be essential in executing seamless eCommerce functionalities, and you’ll continuously contribute to improving our development processes.

To apply for the Android Developer position at e.l.f. Beauty, candidates should demonstrate a strong proficiency in Kotlin, Android SDK, and Android Studio, along with an understanding of Jetpack libraries. Experience with software development principles such as SOLID, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Behavior Driven Development (BDD) is essential. Candidates should also have experience with geolocation, API integration, and eCommerce, as well as a published app on the Google Play Store. Familiarity with maintaining code quality and staying updated with the latest development trends is crucial.

At e.l.f. Beauty, the work environment for an Android Developer promotes collaboration and teamwork. You’ll be part of a multinational team committed to driving innovation in a flexible setup that includes a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. The position primarily aligns with USA East Coast hours, allowing for continuous collaboration with our partners while maintaining a balance between work and personal life through flexible time off policies.

e.l.f. Beauty is dedicated to nurturing professional growth for Android Developers. We actively encourage team members to stay current with the latest Android development trends, libraries, and techniques. Collaboration is key in our culture, so you’ll have numerous opportunities to learn from diverse teams and contribute to process improvements. Additionally, our competitive compensation philosophy includes opportunities for bonuses and equity, presenting avenues for both financial and professional advancement.

The application process for the Android Developer position at e.l.f. Beauty involves submitting your resume and portfolio, highlighting your experience and published apps. Following the initial review, qualified candidates will participate in interviews focusing on technical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and collaborative experiences. We aim to ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process that reflects the openness and innovation we value here at e.l.f. Beauty.

When asked about your experience with Kotlin, it's important to highlight specific projects where you've utilized Kotlin effectively. Talk about how Kotlin's features, such as null safety and extension functions, enhanced your app's performance and user experience. Emphasizing your understanding of the Android lifecycle and how Kotlin integrates into it will showcase your readiness for the Android Developer role.

To demonstrate your commitment to code quality, discuss strategies such as implementing consistent coding standards, using tools like linters, and maintaining a thorough code review process. Explain the importance of writing clean and maintainable code and how you've employed practices such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior Driven Development (BDD) to achieve this in previous projects.

When discussing API integration, describe the process you follow from understanding API documentation to making calls from your app. Highlight your proficiency in using libraries like Retrofit for network requests, ensuring secure transactions, and handling data efficiently. Share any specific challenges you've faced in integration and how you addressed them, emphasizing problem-solving skills.

To answer this question, list the tools and libraries you're well-versed in, such as Android Studio, Jetpack components like LiveData and ViewModel, and any third-party libraries like Glide for image handling or Dagger for dependency injection. Discuss how you've utilized these tools to streamline your development process and enhance productivity in past projects.

When answering about your experience with geolocation services, discuss specific applications where you've implemented location features. Talk about using the Location APIs effectively for accuracy and efficiency, as well as any challenges you encountered, such as dealing with permissions or varying location services on different devices, and how you successfully resolved them.

Share your commitment to professional development by discussing resources you utilize to stay updated, such as blogs, newsletters, online courses, and community forums. Highlight any specific certifications or projects where you've applied new techniques or technologies, showcasing your proactive approach to learning and adapting to the evolving landscape of Android development.

Provide an example from your past experience where successful collaboration with cross-functional teams led to improved product outcomes. Discuss specific roles involved, how you communicated effectively across teams, and any challenges faced during the process. Emphasize the importance of teamwork in driving project success and fostering innovation.

In addressing this question, highlight critical considerations such as security for handling transactions, user experience for simplifying the purchasing process, and responsiveness of the app. Discuss the importance of integrating trusted payment gateways, creating intuitive UI/UX for customers, and ensuring robust data handling to protect user information during online purchases.

Share a specific instance where you faced a significant bug in your app development. Describe the steps you took to debug the issue, any tools or techniques you employed like logging or using debuggers, and how you collaborated with team members to find a resolution. Highlight what you learned from the experience to demonstrate your problem-solving capability.

When discussing future trends, you can touch upon areas such as AI integration, Augmented Reality (AR), and the ongoing shift toward cross-platform development. Share how you plan to adapt your skills to align with these trends and why you believe they are important for enhancing user engagement and functionality in mobile applications.