• Job Description

  Req#: 25-12415
  Objective
  We propose hiring an experienced Android Engineer to support LPI Researchers to develop and deliver demos on-device. This engineer will be responsible for building proof of concepts (POCs), integrating advanced technologies (such as vector databases), and rapidly developing UI-driven demos as part of existing and new mobile applications.
  Scope of Work
  Develop and prototype directly on Android devices - writing performant, well-structured code that showcase value of on-going research to internal and external audiences
  Hands-on testing and rapid iteration of scope of the demos.
  Integrate advanced backend technologies - including connecting the demo apps to Vector DB updates.
  Build mobile UI components and flows - designing intuitive, modern interfaces for demos
  Create proof of concept apps, aligned with best UX practices.
  Collaborate with product and design teams - to ensure demos and prototypes align with overall
  Deliverables:
  Working prototypes integrated into the existing and demo apps
  Codebase demonstrating on-device integration of various components and front-end UI interactions with system data sources (eg. SMS, Email, Finder, Keyboard etc.)
  Documentation and walkthroughs for delivered POCs and demos
  
  Necessary Skills:
  Proficiency in Kotlin, Java, Jetpack Compose, and Android SDK.
  Experience with Android app architecture.
  Familiarity with Native Development Kit (NDK)/ Java Native Interface (JNI)
  Working knowledge of Android 14-15 SDK for API calls and cross-app integrations
  Prior experience of integrating LLMs for on-device execution
  Developing and maintaining the unified UX for multiple projects/features.
  Passion for building scalable and responsive customer-facing applications
  3+ years of software development experience, 2+ years Android development experience, including working knowledge of Kotlin
  Experience with Git
  Solid experience interacting with REST APIs
  Solid understanding of architecture patterns, namely MVI and MVVM
  Experience with profiling UI, memory, and threading in Android
  Ability to effectively translate Product, UX, UI, and analytics requirements into code implementations
  Ability to accomplish complex engineering tasks independently
  Previously published application(s) to Google Play Store
  Have experience with unit testing
  Have Github project(s) or contribute to open-source communities
  Have continuous build experience in an Agile Environment.
  Optional Skills:
  Experience with on-device vector databases (ObjectBox, Faiss, etc.)
  Understanding of ANN algorithms (HNSW, IVF, etc.).

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