Bajaj Auto—LX - Rider & Business App

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Description: Job Description Division: R&D Level: LX, General Manager (R&D) Job Title: Rider Applications Lead Reporting: Functional Reporting to: Leadership, R&D 1. Background i) Educational Qualification - Essential: ME/Mtech in Computer Science/IT from a reputed institute, BE/B.Tech in Electronics with a Diploma in Advanced Computing from C-DAC ii) Experience - Minimum: 15 years - Maximum: 20 years - Team size – 6-8 employees 2. Job Role & Responsibilities Role: Application Developer Lead (Fundamental Skill: Mobile App Development) Technical/Functional: - Proficient in Android app development using Java and Kotlin. - Strong experience with Android Studio and the Android SDK for building robust mobile applications. - Hands-on experience in UI/UX design, following Android’s Material Design principles to create user-friendly, customer-facing applications. - Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and data exchange formats (JSON, XML) for connecting Android apps with backend services. - Experience managing the Android app lifecycle, performance optimization, and troubleshooting for smooth, high-quality app experiences. - Familiarity with version control using Git, and Play Store app hosting and updates. - Proficient in iOS app development using Swift and Objective-C. - Strong experience with Xcode, Cocoa Touch, and the iOS SDK for developing robust mobile applications. - Knowledge of Git for version control and experience with App Store submission and updates. - Ability to write clean, maintainable code with a focus on scalability and long-term maintainability. - Experience with integrating cloud-based backend services for real-time data syncing and overall app functionality. Add-on Skills (Preferred): - Connectivity: Experience integrating Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi, and other connectivity technologies for communication between mobile apps and hardware systems. - Maps Integration: Expertise in integrating Google Maps SDK, Mapbox, or other location-based services for features such as geofencing, navigation, and route mapping. - Media Integration: Familiarity with integrating third-party SDKs like Spotify SDK for streaming and media control within the app. - Cloud Architecture: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure for mobile app backend integration. - Basic understanding of embedded software systems and their integration with mobile applications. - Exposure to automotive-related mobile platforms like Android Auto. - Exposure to automotive-related platforms like CarPlay. 3. Competency Requirements Behavioural: - Strong leadership skills in mentoring and developing talent. - Strong communication skills (both written and oral). - Driven and capable of getting work done from immediate team and within interdisciplinary teams. - Passionate about delivering customer-facing, innovative applications. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.