Software Engineer - Mobile Android

Software Engineer - Android
Auckland/Wellington/Taranaki Locations considered
Contract Fixed Term

This hands-on role involves designing, building, and maintaining Android applications and integrations with backend systems using APIs. You’ll contribute to solution planning, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure applications are secure, performant, and user-friendly. You’ll also support service operations, participate in incident management, and drive continuous improvement in mobile delivery processes and workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of Android applications aligned with business goals and user needs.
• Integrate mobile apps with backend systems and third-party services using RESTful APIs.
• Participate in project planning and technical design, focusing on delivering high-value mobile solutions.
• Implement mobile security best practices, maintain data integrity, and remediate vulnerabilities prior to release.
• Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines for mobile app deployment to improve release efficiency.
• Monitor app performance, crash reports, and analytics to ensure stability and availability.
• Participate in incident response and troubleshooting for production mobile systems.

Key Technologies

• Java, Kotlin, XML views, Jetpack Compose, MVVM, Modularisation
• Google analytics, Google PlayStore, Firebase
• Tools: Android Studio, GitLab, Jira, Figma, Splunk
• DevOps: CI/CD (GitLab CI)

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of professional experience in software development, including at least 3 years in Android development using Kotlin and/or Java.
• Proven track record of building, testing, and publishing Android apps to Google Play.
• Experience with API-led development and backend integration.
• Strong understanding of Android UI/UX principles and Material Design standards.
• Proficiency with RESTful API design and integration.
• Experience in app performance optimisation and using profiling tools.
• Solid knowledge of mobile security, encryption, and secure data storage.
• Background working in Agile, cross-functional teams.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to take ownership of deliverables and navigate complex issues.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Firebase services such as Analytics, Remote Config, and Push Notifications.
• Financial services industry experience.
• Familiarity with Figma for design alignment.
• Exposure to Splunk or similar monitoring/observability tools.

What’s in it for me?

We aim to create remarkable experiences for our people, who in turn create remarkable experiences for our customers.

We believe that we all bring something unique to our workplace and when we are encouraged to be ourselves, TSB is stronger for it. That’s why we’re committed to supporting your wellbeing, creating space for you to be your best self, both in and out of work.

If you are ready to get stuck in as part of a collaborative team where you’re supported to be your best self…. Apply Now!

For a copy of the Job Description visit software-engineer-mobile-apps.pdf