What are the skills required for a Kotlin developer?

Proficient in Kotlin and its core principles Experience working with the Android development ecosystem Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles Knowledge of mobile application development best practices Familiarity with Android Studio and Android SDK Understanding of RESTful APIs and ability to integrate into Kotlin-based applications Experience working with Android Jetpack components such as LiveData, Room and ViewModel Understanding of reactive programming and libraries such as RxJava Ability to test and debug applications Collaborating with different developer teams to ensure technical feasibility Experience writing well-documented, clean code Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills Ability to confidently communicate in English Other nice to have skills Good soft skills: teamwork, communication, time management, problem-solving and critical thinking Familiarity with Java or Groovy for interoperability purposes Experience using Kotlin Multiplatform or Kotlin Native for multiplatform development Enjoys keeping up to date with emerging technologies and trends in Kotlin development

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Proficient in Kotlin and its core principles
Experience working with the Android development ecosystem
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles
Knowledge of mobile application development best practices
Familiarity with Android Studio and Android SDK
Understanding of RESTful APIs and ability to integrate into Kotlin-based applications
Experience working with Android Jetpack components such as LiveData, Room and ViewModel
Understanding of reactive programming and libraries such as RxJava
Ability to test and debug applications
Collaborating with different developer teams to ensure technical feasibility
Experience writing well-documented, clean code
Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills
Ability to confidently communicate in English

Other nice to have skills

Good soft skills: teamwork, communication, time management, problem-solving and critical thinking
Familiarity with Java or Groovy for interoperability purposes
Experience using Kotlin Multiplatform or Kotlin Native for multiplatform development
Enjoys keeping up to date with emerging technologies and trends in Kotlin development

Entry-level Kotlin developer: 0 years
Junior Kotlin developer: 1-2 years
Mid level Kotlin developer: 2-6 years
Senior Kotlin developer: 6-11+ years

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How to find a Kotlin developer job on OfferZen

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Companies reach out to interview you

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Why choose OfferZen?

Meet your future team from day one

Upfront role and salary information

Discover opportunities at 2000+ companies

Expert advice to find your perfect fit

How to secure a Kotlin developer job