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Android Developer

Build Android apps with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for billions of devices worldwide.

Salary
45K - 90K EUR
Demand
High
Key skills
5
Updated
Feb 2026

Android Developer

Android developers build for the world's most widely used mobile operating system, reaching billions of devices across phones, tablets, wearables, TVs, and cars. Kotlin has become the standard, and Jetpack Compose is revolutionizing UI development. Companies building for global audiences need skilled Android developers who can handle device fragmentation, performance optimization, and modern architecture patterns.

Skills

Kotlin
Jetpack Compose
Android SDK
Coroutines
Material Design

LinkedIn Optimization

  1. 1

    Share Android development tips and Compose patterns

  2. 2

    Post about Google I/O announcements and new APIs

  3. 3

    Showcase published apps with play store metrics

  4. 4

    Connect with Android leads at target companies

  5. 5

    Contribute to Kotlin and Android open-source projects

CV & Resume

  1. 1

    Highlight Play Store metrics: installs, ratings, revenue

  2. 2

    Detail Kotlin/Compose vs XML experience

  3. 3

    Include experience with different device form factors

  4. 4

    Show performance optimization achievements

  5. 5

    Link to published apps on Google Play

Outreach Strategy

  1. 1

    Review their Android app and provide constructive feedback

  2. 2

    Share relevant Android development insights

  3. 3

    Connect with mobile engineers at the company

  4. 4

    Demonstrate knowledge of modern Android architecture

  5. 5

    Show experience with their target device categories

Interview Prep

  1. 1

    Review Kotlin coroutines and flow in depth

  2. 2

    Prepare architecture discussions (MVVM, MVI, Clean)

  3. 3

    Show understanding of Android lifecycle management

  4. 4

    Have examples of performance optimization work

A day as Android Developer

Develop features with Kotlin and Compose, handle device-specific issues, optimize app performance, write and maintain tests, review PRs, collaborate with backend team on API integration, prepare Play Store releases.

Career Path

Junior Android Developer
Mid Android Developer
Senior Android Developer
Android Tech Lead
Mobile Architect
Engineering Manager
Head of Mobile

Common mistakes

  • Not showing published apps on Google Play

  • Only knowing Java without Kotlin proficiency

  • Not demonstrating Jetpack Compose experience

  • Ignoring device fragmentation challenges

  • Not showing testing and performance optimization skills

Essential tools

Android StudioKotlinJetpack ComposeGradleFirebaseFastlaneLeakCanary

FAQ

Average salary for a Android Developer?

The average salary for a Android Developer in Europe ranges between 45K - 90K EUR. This varies by experience, location, and company type.

Key skills for a Android Developer?

Main technical skills: Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Android SDK, Coroutines, Material Design. Soft skills like communication and teamwork are equally important.

Career path for a Android Developer?

Typical path: Junior Android Developer > Mid Android Developer > Senior Android Developer > Android Tech Lead > Mobile Architect > Engineering Manager > Head of Mobile.

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