Shalu John

Dynamic and results-oriented Android Developer with 3 years of hands-on experience excelling in designing, implementing, testing,and maintaining robust and scalable mobile applications. Specialized in driving excellence through expertise in Kotlin and native Android applications, complemented by a strong command of Java. Demonstrated success in consistently delivering high-quality software solutions within challenging project timelines. Renowned for agile problem-solving abilities, pioneering thinking, and an unwavering commitment to delivering unparalleled user experiences.

Proven track record in building robust Android apps with Kotlin, leveraging in-depth knowledge of features like Kotlin coroutines and data classes.Extensive experience in comprehensive Android development, mastering Android SDK, Studio, and MVVM principles for scalable,maintainable code.Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum.Thorough understanding of Restful API integration, utilizing Retrofit for secure communication, and proficiency in SQLite and Room for effective data storage.Comprehensive knowledge of unit testing (JUnit, Mockito, Espresso) and test-driven development practices, with expertise in Git for version control.Utilizes Dagger/Hilt for code maintainability, showcasing strong analytical and problem-solving skills in Agile environments.Proven ability to optimize app performance through code minification and resource optimization and familiarity with responsive design principles for consistent user experiences across devices.Experience in Agile environments, contributing to sprint planning and adapting to changing requirements.Understanding of SOLID principles and system application development.Specialized expertise in implementing Material Design guidelines for enhanced user experiences and translating design concepts into functional and responsive UI elements.Skilled in custom view development and layout optimization for optimal user interaction and strong understanding of UI/UX principles, ensuring a seamless and engaging user journey. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.

Recent Masters graduate in Computing, 2023 with First Class build on a strong foundation from bachelors degree in computer science and engineering 2018