Mobile Developer

JOB SUMMARY:

• Looking for an energetic, creative and technically savvy Mobile Developer to work within our Technology Services team.
• The Mobile Developer will work within a collaborative cross-functional team to develop platform specific mobile apps, and mobile web applications.
• The Mobile Developer will partner with the user experience interaction designers and visual designers to understand and translate the information architecture, navigation, finished visual designs and process flows into easy-to-use and aesthetically beautiful solutions.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Mobile Developer will be responsible for application development and support including story elaboration, estimation, analysis, design, programming, unit/integration testing and code debugging leveraging the Scrum framework. This person will work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, and Agile environment and will assume a lead role for various practices and decisions. This person will:

• Test-drive code
• Elaborate, estimate, and design for small increments of work…just-in-time
• Perform root cause analysis, technology evaluation, and design spikes
• Commit to completing well-defined work and deliver on those commitments
• Swarm around tasks along with other Scrum team members
• Pair program with different people in many situations
• Report status of assigned software development and/or maintenance tasks
• Consistently follow the specified software development methodology
• Model courageous and continuous learning to the team. Actively help team members continuously learn
• Promote improvements in programming practices such as acceptance test driven development, continuous integration, and test automation
• Continuously learn and challenge the organization concerning new practices, processes, technologies, and languages
• Contribute to a strong team using their collaboration skills. Mentor team members.
• Prospective candidates possess a high degree of business insight, creativity, decision making skills, a drive for results, the ability to negotiate, the ability to develop peer relationships, and a strong technical learning capability.
• Becomes/is an advocate of The Michigan First Way, supporting all facets of it, including complete fulfillment of Our Promise, 5 STARS Service, SOLVE IT and our ISMs. Fosters a positive demeanor and image through professional representation in all contacts with both, team members and members. Consistently reflects and displays each of our “ISMs” in daily job performance, as well as in all business interactions while executing on our goals and initiatives. Learns and utilizes EMEC (Every Member’s Experience Counts) in day-to-day responsibilities when communicating with members only.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• 3+ years of experience developing software currently in market
• 3+ years of experience with iOS and/or Android application development at all levels of the stack.
• Experience with in market system level iOS and/or Android OS applications a MUST
• Experience writing iOS and/or Android clients for Web Services (REST, RPC, and/or SOAP)
• Experience with iOS and/or Android Activities and Fragments
• Experience with multi-threaded development on iOS and/or Android platforms
• Creative problem solving skills and ability to effectively communicate and translate feedback, needs and solutions
• Exposure to and general understanding of user-centered design methodology and human factors principles.
• Knowledge and understanding of platform-specific tools and languages (Expert-level proficiency a must) - Swift, iOS SDK, Java, Android SDK, RxAndroid, Dagger Dependency Injection, Swagger Codegen, etc.
• Is a developer who enjoys mastering and utilizing numerous mobile and web software development ecosystems such as Java/Android, Swift/IOS, C#/.NET, JavaScript, etc.
• Must possess demonstrable hands-on proficiency with respect to Unit testing and automated testing and refactoring tools such as Junit, Jasmine, Selenium, Cucumber.
• Is a proficient practitioner of Agile Software Craftsmanship principles and practices such as clean code, TDD, Continuous Integration, Legacy Rescue, and Agile Testing.
• Enjoys being a strong mentor who can teach and lead teammates on Software Craftsmanship path.
• Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must have good work ethic and strong sense of ownership of end result, and teamful attitude.
• Must be capable of working in a member-centric environment, with a practical approach and strong problem solving skills.
• Prior banking or credit union experience is a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Michigan First Credit Union was founded more than 90 years ago by educators and now delivers world-class service to more than 165,000+ members at our branches throughout Michigan, and we’re growing! We offer financial solutions for every life stage and seek to positively transform our members’ lives through personalized service that meets their unique needs.

Simply put, Michigan First Credit Union’s sole mission is to provide the highest quality member experience. Working here, you’ll get to participate in a strong culture centered around service, professionalism, and growth.

Michigan First highlights:

• 500 team members
• 30 locations spanning the Lansing area, Grand Rapids and Metro Detroit.
• Industry leader in community support and charitable giving through the Michigan First Foundation
• Member Services Call Center operates 24/7/365
• Over $1.5 Billion in assets

Awards Michigan First Credit Union has been the proud recipient of:

• 2023 Best & Brightest in the Nation
• 2023 Best & Brightest in Metro Detroit
• 2023 Best & Brightest in West Michigan
• 2023 Best Credit Unions to Work For
• 2023 Best Places to Work in Southeast Michigan
• 2023 Channel 4 - Vote for the Best - Mortgage Lenders (1st Place)
• 2023 Channel 4 - Vote for the Best - Credit Unions (3rd Place)
• 2023 Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces
• 2023 Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency - Certified Veteran Friendly Employer - Bronze Level
• 2021 Credit Union of the Year by NAFCU (National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions)

Benefits and perks of joining our award-winning team include:

• Very competitive pay
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefit options. Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) - 100% match up to 5% deferral
• Tuition reimbursement for both Undergraduate and Graduate degree program
• Access to a complimentary concierge service that assists with nearly any item on your to-do list
• Free, state-of-the-art fitness center at our Lathrup Village headquarters with exercise equipment, showers and locker rooms
• Wellness initiatives and events throughout the year to help team members stay healthy
• Loan discounts for certain secured and unsecured loans and mortgages
• Opportunities for pay increases, incentives and profit-sharing, based on performance
• Onsite subsidized top notch Cafe 26 for team members' use
• Onsite bowling center

Michigan First Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.