V-Nova, a London based IP and software company, is dedicated to improving data compression by building a vast portfolio of innovative technologies based on the game-changing use of AI and parallel processing for data, video, imaging, and point cloud compression, with applications across several verticals. This is achieved through continued R&D of products that test, prove and continuously enhance the technology portfolio. 

We’re committed to the extraordinary and rely on the talent of our high-performing diverse teams to provide innovative solutions and deliver what we promise. We’ve worked hard to create a company where talented, passionate people can thrive in a culture that values individual empowerment and excellence and achieves through teamwork. We’re constantly on the lookout for exceptional individuals who thrive off solving challenging problems and want to make an impact.   

Having developed an innovative approach to image and video compression that is driving major change in the encoding sector, we are seeking an experienced Java development engineer to join our platform and apps team.  This role reports directly to a group manager responsible for development, but the candidate must also interact with other development disciplines to create and integrate our product portfolio. 

The company places high importance on a positive environment where talented individuals deliver exceptional products.  The candidate must share that vision and be passionate about ‘right first time’ execution. 

We are looking for an Android developer responsible for the development and maintenance of applications aimed at a vast number of diverse Android devices. Your primary focus will be the development of Android applications and their integration with back-end services. You will be working along-side other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and creating quality products is essential. 

• Translate designs and wireframes into high quality code 

• Design, build, and maintain high performance, reusable, and reliable Java/Kotlin code 

• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application 

• Bug fixing and optimising the existing code base. 

Required: 

• Strong knowledge of Android SDK, different versions of Android, and how to deal with different screen sizes 

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services 

• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices 

• Experience with offline storage, threading, and performance tuning 

• Ability to design applications around natural user interfaces, such as “touch” 

• Knowledge of the open-source Android ecosystem and the libraries available for common tasks 

• Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications 

• Understanding of Google’s Android design principles and interface guidelines 

• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git 

Desirable: 

• Familiarity with continuous integration 

• Exposure to NDK 

• Exposure to VR App Development on Android 

• Experience of working in video environment. 

• Experience in cloud environments - AWS. 

• Background in OTT applications 

• Understanding of development best practices, modular development and a keen eye for a Test-Driven Development approach