Android Engineer | Remote (UK-based)
Full time, 6-Month FTC with potential to go permanent
£60-75,000 p/a negotiable (pro-rata for 6 months) + Benefits
Do you want to take your passion for Android development and help create a product that’s shaping the future of the yachting industry?
This is a rare opportunity to join a growing FinTech start-up that’s building a unique, market-leading payment solution designed specifically for the global yachting sector. You’ll be joining at a pivotal stage in the journey, working on something innovative, niche, and full of potential.
If you thrive on creativity, problem-solving, and building products that make a real impact, this could be the role you’ve been waiting for.
What makes this role exciting?
- You’ll be working on a brand-new system, built carefully from the ground up with direct client feedback to make it the best it can be
- You’ll be joining a friendly, collaborative team that values initiative, creativity, and technical excellence
- You’ll get the chance to build end-to-end Android applications that are efficient, dynamic, and future-ready
- If you excel in the role and bring iOS and/or React Native experience, there is real potential for this contract to become a permanent position
Why this could be your perfect fit:
- You’re an experienced Android Engineer who feels comfortable working on new projects and adapting to change
- You love transforming ideas into products that improve user experiences
- You’re motivated by variety, from building robust UIs to optimising performance
- You enjoy collaborating with others while taking ownership of your work
- You’d like to join a company that balances flexibility with meaningful, impactful projects
Why you’ll love working here:
- 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential to extend or become permanent if the fit is right)
- Competitive salary of £60-75,000 p/a (pro-rata) - there may be a little flexibility here
- Fully remote role – work from anywhere in the UK
- Flexible working culture that understands the importance of family, wellbeing, and work-life balance
- Generous/unlimited holiday policy (28 days pro-rata + bank holidays as standard, with flexible ‘fair use’ for more if needed)
- Private healthcare (Vitality), life insurance, and pension scheme
- Company retreats and opportunities for occasional travel, such as international yacht shows
- A supportive, entrepreneurial team environment with a strong sense of purpose
What you’ll be doing:
- Developing and maintaining Android applications using Kotlin, applying the latest Android SDK features
- Using dependency injection frameworks such as HILT to ensure scalability and maintainability
- Building dynamic and engaging UIs with Jetpack Compose, ensuring apps are reliable through robust testing
- Contributing to CI/CD pipelines, code reviews, and keeping up to date with the latest Android developments
- (If you have iOS and/or React Native skills) Supporting cross-platform development and helping the team explore opportunities to extend the app beyond Android
What we’re looking for:
- At least 5 years’ experience in Android development with a strong background in Kotlin
- Proficiency in building complex UIs with HILT and using testing frameworks such as Browserstack
- Experience with API integration and Android SDK features
- Practical knowledge of dependency injection methods
- A self-starter who enjoys solving problems and working effectively in a distributed team environment
- Experience in financial services is desirable
- iOS and/or React Native experience is highly advantageous – and could be key to this role being extended or becoming permanent
Additional information:
- Fully remote – open to candidates based anywhere in the UK
- Flexible working hours – the company operates a trust-based model, but commitment is especially important during the launch phase of development
Apply now and take the next step in your Android development career!
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including neurodivergent candidates. If you’d like any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know – we’re here to support you.
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