Lead Android Developer (Contract)

Reperio Human Capital · Recruitment agency
Contract•Mobile development•€450-500/day (EUR)•Ireland · Remote within Ireland
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At a glance

Employment type
Contract
Workplace
Remote
Day rate
€450-500/day (EUR)

Technologies & skills

Primary technologies

JavaKotlin

Other technical skills

Android

What you'll be doing

12-month contract for a Lead Android Developer, remote within Ireland. Requires at least 5 years of Android development experience, strong Java and Kotlin skills, proven team leadership in mobile development, and excellent communication for cross-team collaboration.

Key requirements

Must-have

  • At least 5 years' experience within Android development
  • Strong Java and Kotlin experience
  • Proven team leadership within Mobile Development
  • Excellent communication skills

Experience: 5+ years Android development

Role signals

Technical focus
Mobile development
Leadership
Mentoring
Hands-on vs management
Hands-on

Full job description

Lead Android Developer (Contract)

I'm working with one of our longest standing clients to assist them in finding an experienced Android developer

This will be a 12 Month contract with possible extension, offers remote working (offices in Dublin if required) and a daily rate of €475 per day.

Requirements:

  • At least 5 years' experience within Android development

  • Passion for Mobile App development

  • Strong Java and Kotlin experience

  • Proven team leadership within Mobile Development

  • Excellent communication skills in order to collaborate with other teams

I specialize in recruiting for IT professionals, if you wish to discuss this or other IT opportunities, please feel free to contact Rachel for a confidential chat.

Reperio Human Capital acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.

Interview prep pack

Grounded in this listing. Use it to prepare examples before you apply.

Your interview focus

Based on this listing, the role is for an experienced Lead Android Developer on a 12-month contract, requiring strong Java and Kotlin skills, proven team leadership in mobile development, and excellent communication abilities for remote collaboration.

  • Hands-on Android expertise·High
  • Team leadership and mentoring·High
  • Remote communication skills·Medium

Only have 30 minutes?

Follow a focused preparation plan based on this job.

Start 30-minute prep

Your 30-minute plan

  1. Review and Summarize Key Android Projects

    0–10 min

    Select 2-3 projects where you led development, and prepare concise summaries highlighting your leadership and technical decisions.

  2. Refresh Java and Kotlin Concepts

    10–16 min

    Revisit core language features, interoperability, and migration strategies relevant to Android development.

  3. Prepare Leadership and Mentoring Stories

    16–22 min

    Identify examples where you mentored team members or resolved team challenges, focusing on outcomes.

  4. Research Remote Collaboration Best Practices

    22–26 min

    Review tools and methods for effective remote teamwork, and be ready to discuss your experience.

  5. List Questions for the Interviewer

    26–30 min

    Prepare thoughtful questions about the team, challenges, and expectations to demonstrate your engagement.

Likely questions

, 6 items

Priority reflects how strongly this topic is emphasised in the job listing, not whether it will be asked.

Talking points

, 5 items

  • Demonstrating Advanced Android Development Skills

    You should be able to discuss complex Android projects you've delivered, highlighting your technical depth and problem-solving abilities.

  • Showcasing Java and Kotlin Experience

    Prepare to explain how you've used both languages in production apps, including migration or interoperability scenarios.

  • Leading and Mentoring Mobile Teams

    Be ready to provide examples of how you've led teams, mentored junior developers, and managed project delivery.

  • Collaborating Remotely and Communicating Effectively

    Expect to discuss your approach to remote teamwork, cross-team communication, and maintaining productivity in distributed environments.

  • Passion for Mobile App Development

    Share what motivates you in mobile development and how you stay current with industry trends.

What to research

, 4 items

  • Review Recent Android Projects

    Prepare to discuss specific projects where you led development, focusing on technical and leadership aspects.

  • Refresh Java and Kotlin Knowledge

    Be ready to explain your experience with both languages, including any migration or interoperability work.

  • Remote Collaboration Tools and Practices

    Familiarize yourself with tools and strategies for effective remote teamwork and communication.

  • Mentoring and Team Leadership Examples

    Gather examples of how you have mentored or onboarded team members in previous roles.

Questions to ask

, 6 items
  1. What is the current structure of the Android development team?

    Why ask this? To understand team size, roles, and dynamics.

  2. What are the main challenges the team is currently facing?

    Why ask this? To identify areas where your leadership and expertise can add value.

  3. How is success measured for this role and the team?

    Why ask this? To clarify expectations and performance metrics.

  4. What tools and processes are used for remote collaboration?

    Why ask this? To assess compatibility with your preferred workflows.

  5. Are there opportunities to influence technical direction or architecture?

    Why ask this? To gauge the level of autonomy and impact you can have.

  6. What is the process for onboarding new team members?

    Why ask this? To understand how you can contribute to team integration and mentoring.

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