Sama

Android Developer

Czechia

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

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 4 years of Kotlin experience and proven working experience in Android app development, including publishing three or more apps on the Play Store. Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Google's design principles, interface guidelines, cloud message APIs, and push notifications is required. Strong skills in benchmarking, optimization, unit testing, and debugging are essential, along with excellent verbal and written English communication skills. Familiarity with continuous integration and ASO knowledge are preferred.

Responsibilities

The Android Developer will work on a project-by-project basis to develop and improve Android applications. This involves connecting applications to back-end services using RESTful APIs, implementing Google's design principles, and utilizing cloud message APIs and push notifications. Responsibilities also include optimizing application performance, conducting thorough unit testing, debugging issues, and collaborating within a flat team structure to deliver high-quality, well-optimized applications.

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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