Sama

Android Developer

Czechia

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Tech Coaching, Employee EngagementIndustries

Android Developer (Contract)

Location Type: Remote Employment Type: Contract

Position Overview

Sama is a fast-growing tech-coaching company driven by the vision to elevate employee engagement and make the world a better place. We are on a mission to create the optimal platform for every employee to unlock their potential through accessible professional coaching via our app. We are seeking an Android Developer to work on a project-by-project basis.

Do you...

  • Thrive on continuously learning and improving?
  • Have an obsession with quality, small details, and best practices?
  • Want to work collaboratively with a flat team structure?
  • Have outstanding communication and presentation skills?
  • Have an entrepreneurial mindset and thrive in a fast-paced environment?
  • Want to make the world a better place?

If yes, keep reading!

Requirements

  • 4+ years of Kotlin experience
  • Proven working experience in Android app development
  • Have published three or more Android apps in the Play Store
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect Android applications to back-end services
  • Understanding of Google's design principles and interface guidelines
  • Familiarity with cloud message APIs and push notifications
  • Knack for benchmarking and optimization
  • Excellent unit testing and debugging skills
  • A strong command of the English language (company's official language)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

We'd Love It If You Also Bring:

  • Familiarity with continuous integration
  • Play Store Optimization (ASO) knowledge

People Would Say You Have:

  • An obsession with quality, details, and best practices
  • Great communication skills
  • A love of working on greenfield features within an existing application
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • A proven ability to meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

Sama, meaning equality, fairness, tranquility, and peacefulness of the mind, reflects our approach to life and goals. By joining Team Sama, you'll play a vital role in empowering companies worldwide. We are advocates that coaching creates a safe space to expand perspectives and provides tools to succeed, positively impacting diversity, inclusion, and driving a culture of belonging.

Our shared values:

  • Adaptable: Creativity, flexibility, and efficiency in responding to challenges.
  • Strive for Greatness: Pushing ourselves to deliver outstanding performance in everything we do.
  • Inclusive: Supporting and embracing diversity of thought, culture, and background.
  • Honest: Always transparent and truthful.
  • Fun: Fostering connection through a playful approach.

About Your Application

Please submit your application in English, as it's our company language and you'll be using it extensively if you join us. We are on a mission to make the world a better place by empowering and engaging employees worldwide. This is only achievable if our team reflects the diversity of the world around us. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you're worried you might not tick every box. Imagine we are your top prospect and take an outside-of-the-box approach to landing your first interview with us.

Skills

Android development
Kotlin
RESTful APIs
Google design principles
Google interface guidelines
Cloud message APIs
Push notifications
Benchmarking
Optimization
Unit testing
Debugging
Continuous integration
ASO

Sama

Ethical data annotation and model evaluation

About Sama

Sama provides data annotation and model evaluation services specifically for applications in computer vision and generative AI. Their platform uses machine learning to deliver high-quality data insights, which helps companies reduce the risk of AI model failures and lower overall costs. What sets Sama apart from its competitors is its commitment to ethical practices and social impact; as a Certified B-Corp, the company focuses on improving employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to work. Sama has successfully assisted over 65,000 people in overcoming poverty while serving major clients, including 25% of Fortune 50 companies like GM, Ford, Microsoft, and Google. The company's goal is to combine business success with social good, ensuring that their services not only meet the needs of large enterprises but also contribute positively to society.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$82.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Social Impact, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
Professional Development Budget
Sabbatical Leave

Risks

Legal challenges in Kenya could harm Sama's reputation and incur financial liabilities.
Rapid AGI development may disrupt Sama's data annotation-focused business model.
Cultural challenges in University of Nairobi partnership may affect collaboration success.

Differentiation

Sama is a Certified B-Corp, emphasizing ethical AI and social impact.
The company serves 25% of Fortune 50 companies, including GM, Ford, and Google.
Sama specializes in diverse data annotation, including image, video, and sensor data.

Upsides

Sama's multi-cloud integration speeds up project onboarding by 7x, enhancing efficiency.
Partnership with University of Nairobi expands talent pool and fosters innovation.
Winning the 2023 Business Intelligence Group Innovation Award boosts Sama's credibility.

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