Android TV and App Developer

Posted on March 17, 2025

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Job Description

  • Android TV and App Developer
  • Experienced Android TV Developer with strong expertise in Kotlin and a deep understanding of Android TV commands and UI frameworks. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in developing and optimizing applications for Android TV OS 10 to 12.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain high-performance Android TV applications using Kotlin.
  • Implement and optimize Android TV-specific commands, UI navigation, and remote control handling.
  • Ensure seamless integration with streaming services, content players, and third-party APIs.
  • Design and build intuitive and responsive user interfaces tailored for TV screens.
  • Optimize applications for performance, memory usage, and smooth playback.
  • Work closely with UI/UX teams to implement designs that align with Android TV best practices.
  • Debug and resolve application issues, ensuring high-quality and stable releases.
  • Keep up to date with the latest Android TV development trends, tools, and best practices.
  • Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in Android development, with a focus on Android TV.
  • Experience in building custom TV UIs and interactive experiences.
  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDK.
  • Hands-on experience with Android TV commands, D-Pad navigation, and Leanback Library.
  • Familiarity with TV Input Framework (TIF), Chromecast, and HDMI-CEC controls.
  • Deep understanding of Android TV Launcher and Recommendations API.
  • Experience integrating RESTful APIs and working with backend services.
  • Proficiency in performance optimization, memory management, and debugging.
  • Strong knowledge of MVVM architecture and Jetpack components.
  • Nice to Have:
  • Experience with DRM (Digital Rights Management) solutions for content security.
  • Experience in handling ExoPlayer for video streaming and playback.
  • Knowledge of Android NDK and performance tuning for media playback.
  • Familiarity with Firebase, Google Assistant, and Smart TV integrations.

Required Skills

kotlin android tv commands d-pad navigation and leanback library android ndk