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Vadim P.

Barcelona, Spain

$45/hr
5.0
22 jobs

Need someone who can build, stabilize and scale your Android product? You just found him ๐Ÿค ๐Ÿ“Š 12+ years in mobile delivery ๐Ÿ“Š 20+ Android-focused projects ๐Ÿ“Š 10+ years supporting regulated and business-critical products ๐Ÿ“Š Experience with compliance-ready apps, secure payments, backend-heavy systems and Software Development I help companies create secure, maintainable, high-performance apps for Healthcare, FinTech and consumer products. Core Expertise ๐Ÿ”น Native Android engineering with modern architecture and Software Design ๐Ÿ”น Kotlin-first development with maintainability in mind ๐Ÿ”น Legacy modernization from Java to Kotlin ๐Ÿ”น Secure integrations, performance tuning, release stability ๐Ÿ”น Product delivery for Healthcare, FinTech, consumer platforms and Mobile App Development Iโ€™m an android developer focused on products where reliability and clean architecture matter. As a kotlin developer, I build scalable solutions with android kotlin best practices, Jetpack tooling and AOSP awareness. Clients come to me for android developer kotlin expertise when they need stability, lower technical debt and growth. I work as an android app developer on products that need more than interface implementation. I support teams with android app development for secure solutions where every android app stays maintainable after launch. My background: improving an android application used by thousands of users, integrating backend systems, payment flows, and healthcare-grade data handling. That is why companies hire me as an android mobile developer ( android mobile app developer ) when they need delivery. What I Do Best โœ… Android development using Kotlin and Java โœ… Architecture design with MVVM, Clean Architecture, modularization โœ… Backend communication, authentication and payment integrations โœ… Performance optimization, debugging, maintenance and release support โœ… Application Improvement for live mobile products โœ… Solo delivery or collaboration inside a larger team My strongest specialization is android developer kotlin work. I often join teams that need android developer kotlin java skills to modernize legacy code, migrate modules, and improve release quality without a full rewrite. That work benefits from practical experience as a java developer and from thinking like an android kotlin developer who can handle new features and stabilization. Relevant Experience Highlights ๐Ÿ”ธ Healthcare mobile applications with compliance-aware architecture ๐Ÿ”ธ Performance optimization and crash-rate reduction ๐Ÿ”ธ Secure data handling and app stability improvements ๐Ÿ”ธ Secure apps with payment integration and transaction-safe flows ๐Ÿ”ธ Backend integrations with PHP, Python, JavaScript, and REST APIs ๐Ÿ”ธ Collaboration with iOS, backend, QA, and web teams ๐Ÿ”ธ Ability to scale from one engineer to a delivery team I also have experience with android ble and android bluetooth features for pairing flows and reliable data exchange. Whether I contribute to an android mobile app or support an existing codebase as a mobile developer, I focus on release readiness. Tech Stack ๐Ÿ”ธ Android kotlin with Jetpack, Compose, Android SDK, AOSP ๐Ÿ”ธ Java, Firebase, secure cloud services, CI/CD ๐Ÿ”ธ REST APIs, secure auth, payment gateways ๐Ÿ”ธ Node.js, JavaScript, C#, SQL for backend alignment ๐Ÿ”ธ Git, Android Studio, release workflows, crash analysis ๐Ÿ”ธ MVVM, Clean Architecture, modular apps, scalability-first mindset My work is rooted in native Android, but I also understand broader product ecosystems. I collaborate effectively as an ios developer ( ios app developer ) when cross-platform alignment matters, including iOS Development discussions with teams using Swift. I have worked alongside teams using react native and reviewed delivery implications where flutter developer was involved, though I do not present those as my core specialization. That exposure helps me operate as an android developer and product-minded mobile app developer within cross-functional teams. Team & Product Collaboration ๐Ÿ”น Coordination with a rest api developer ๐Ÿ”น Alignment with web application development ๐Ÿ”น Communication with a web developer or front end developer ๐Ÿ”น Familiarity with database builder, django, and python automation Support I Can Provide โœ”๏ธ Build a mobile app from scratch โœ”๏ธ Join an existing product as an app developer android โœ”๏ธ Refactor legacy code and modernize architecture โœ”๏ธ fix android application bugs and improve release readiness I do not position myself as a wordpress, magento, game developer or unreal engine specialist and I do not use unrelated positioning such as android developer india. Even when someone types android develoer, they usually need a senior specialist who can take ownership. I built mobile applications for autism-related projects with intuitive user experience. ๐Ÿ“ฌ If you need an android developer who can improve an existing product, build a reliable solution from scratch or support growth with kotlin developer depth, send me a message.

  • Kotlin
  • Android
  • AOSP
  • Mobile App Development
  • Flutter
  • Node.js
  • Android App Development
  • Swift
  • Firebase
  • iOS Development
  • PHP
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • React Native
  • C#
  • SQL
  • Software Design
  • Application Improvement
  • Software Development
  • Software Debugging
Siarhei L.

Warsaw, Poland

$35/hr
5.0
9 jobs

๐ŸŸข AVAILABLE TODAY, JUNE 26 โšก Message me "AUDIT" - get a free 30-min technical review of your app idea, architecture, or existing codebase. No sales pitch. Just honest engineering feedback. I'm Siarhei - ex-CTO ร— 3 funded startups, CEO of Sparkler Soft. We build native iOS & Android products that ship, scale, and raise. ๐Ÿ”ต PROVEN RESULTS โ—ˆ iHairium - AI Hair Diagnostics (live on App Store) Neural network ยท 100K+ training images ยท 95-98% accuracy $600K angel round + $5M seed valuation Revenue ร—10 to ร—1000 per month in early stages Google & Amazon grants ยท 1,000+ clinic partners onboarded โ—ˆ Eco-Go - Electric Scooter Sharing Platform iOS + Android + Backend + IoT + Admin Panel AWS IoT Device Management ยท Swappable battery infrastructure Named "Best Startup of the Region" โ—ˆ Optics Platform [White-label ยท Strict NDA] AI-assisted frame & lens selection via device camera Active in 60+ countries ยท 1,000+ fitting points worldwide 10+ years on market ยท Award-winning at international exhibitions โ—ˆ Chibbis - Unified Food Delivery Service 600+ restaurants ยท 150+ cities across Russia iOS + Android + Web + Admin Panel + CMS One of the country's leading delivery platforms โ—ˆ CoinForShop - Crypto Marketplace iOS + Android + Web (React) Non-custodial wallets ยท Smart contract payments BTC ยท ETH ยท BCH ยท LTC ยท XMR ยท TRX ยท 100% MVP delivered โ—ˆ Azarium - NFT Real Estate Investment Platform Fractional property ownership via blockchain MAS-regulated ยท Live construction webcam in-app Min investment from $200 ยท Expected ROI 30โ€“60% ๐ŸŸ  WHAT WE BUILD โ†’ HealthTech & AI On-device ML ยท Camera diagnostics ยท Neural networks TensorFlow Lite ยท Core ML ยท OpenCV โ†’ FinTech & Crypto Wallets ยท KYC/AML ยท Stripe ยท Smart contracts ยท NFT โ†’ Mobility & IoT GPS ยท BLE ยท AWS IoT ยท Scooter & bike sharing Telematics ยท Real-time fleet management โ†’ Marketplace & Delivery Full-stack: app + backend + admin panel + CMS โ†’ API Integrations Stripe ยท Mapbox ยท Sumsub ยท Firebase ยท any third-party ๐ŸŸก TECH STACK Mobile: Swift ยท SwiftUI ยท Objective-C ยท Kotlin ยท Java Backend: Java Spring Boot ยท Node.js ยท NestJS ยท Golang Frontend: React ยท Next.js AI/ML: TensorFlow Lite ยท Core ML ยท OpenCV Cloud: AWS ยท GCP ยท Azure ยท Docker ยท Kubernetes ยท CI/CD Data: PostgreSQL ยท MongoDB ยท Redis ยท Elasticsearch Security: OAuth2 ยท OIDC ยท JWT ยท Keycloak ยท Biometrics ยท IAP ๐Ÿ‘‰ Message "AUDIT" right now - 30 minutes to understand if we're the right fit. No obligation. No pitch. Just clarity.

  • Kotlin
  • iOS Development
  • Mobile App Development
  • Swift
  • AI Model Integration
  • Java
  • REST API
  • SwiftUI
  • Push Notifications
  • In-App Purchases
  • Android App Development
  • Spring Boot
  • React
  • AWS IoT Core
  • Neural Network
  • API Integration
  • Firebase
  • PostgreSQL
  • Payment Gateway Integration
  • Docker
Abdullah T.

Faisalabad, Pakistan

$10/hr
5.0
7 jobs

๐Ÿš€ ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐’๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ž ๐ข๐ฌ ๐œ๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ž๐, ๐š๐ง๐ ๐š๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐š๐ ๐ž ๐๐ž๐ฌ๐ข๐ ๐ง ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ž๐ฌ๐งโ€™๐ญ ๐œ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ข๐ญ ๐š๐ง๐ฒ๐ฆ๐จ๐ซ๐ž. Whether itโ€™s a mobile app, a macOS desktop tool, or a UI that converts users demand performance, beauty, and seamless experience. Thatโ€™s where I come in. I'm a ๐Œ๐จ๐›๐ข๐ฅ๐ž & ๐ฆ๐š๐œ๐Ž๐’ ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐ƒ๐ž๐ฏ๐ž๐ฅ๐จ๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ + ๐”๐ˆ/๐”๐— ๐ƒ๐ž๐ฌ๐ข๐ ๐ง๐ž๐ซ with a proven record of building high-performance apps and clean, conversion-driven designs. I specialize in delivering Swift-powered solutions that combine sleek front-ends with rock-solid back-end logic. ๐Ÿ”ง ๐–๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ˆ ๐Ž๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐ž๐ซ: โœ” iOS Development (Swift, SwiftUI, Combine, CoreData) โœ” macOS Desktop App Development using native frameworks & APIs โœ” MVVM Architecture for scalable, clean codebases โœ” Firebase Integration (Realtime DB, Auth, Cloud Messaging, Firestore) โœ” Custom PDF Workflows with PDFKit โœ” Smooth Lottie Animations for next-level UI โœ” API Integration + JSON Serialization with precision โœ” UI/UX Design in Figma โ€“ From wireframe to final screen โœ” Responsive Design for all screen sizes (Mobile + Desktop) โœ” Landing Pages & Web UI that convert visitors into users ๐Ÿ’ก ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐‚๐ฅ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐‡๐ข๐ซ๐ž ๐Œ๐ž: โœ” 6+ years of experience across mobile, desktop & UI design โœ” Cross-disciplinary skills I donโ€™t just code, I design with purpose โœ” Clean, modular code thatโ€™s easy to scale and maintain โœ” Great communication, deadline-oriented, and focused on ROI โœ” Solutions built around real user behavior not just trends ๐Ÿ† ๐‘๐ž๐œ๐ž๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฃ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ฌ: ๐Ÿ”— ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ ๐Ÿ โ€“ ๐’๐ฐ๐ข๐Ÿ๐ญ๐”๐ˆ + ๐๐ƒ๐…๐Š๐ข๐ญ ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐…๐ข๐ซ๐ž๐›๐š๐ฌ๐ž ๐’๐ฒ๐ง๐œ Developed a cross-platform app (iOS + macOS) using SwiftUI and PDFKit, integrated with Firebase for real-time data sync and custom PDF export workflows. ๐Ÿ”— ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ ๐Ÿ โ€“ ๐ฆ๐š๐œ๐Ž๐’ ๐ƒ๐ž๐ฌ๐ค๐ญ๐จ๐ฉ ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐‚๐จ๐ซ๐ž๐ƒ๐š๐ญ๐š + ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐›๐ข๐ง๐ž Delivered a clean, MVVM-structured desktop app using CoreData and Combine for smooth UI updates and persistent storage. ๐Ÿ”— ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ ๐Ÿ‘ โ€“ ๐€๐๐ˆ-๐๐จ๐ฐ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐‹๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ž ๐€๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ Built a visually rich app featuring Lottie animations and seamless third-party API integration for enhanced interactivity. ๐Ÿ”— ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ฅ๐ข๐จ ๐Ÿ’ โ€“ ๐‘๐ž๐ฌ๐ฉ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐’๐ก๐จ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ ๐”๐ˆ ๐ข๐ง ๐…๐ข๐ ๐ฆ๐š Designed a mobile shopping app UI in Figma with responsive layouts, optimized for usability across iPhone and iPad screens. You can explore these live projects in my portfolio for real examples of my code, design, and delivery standards. ๐Ÿ‘ฅ ๐–๐ก๐จ ๐ˆ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค ๐–๐ข๐ญ๐ก: Startups & Entrepreneurs launching new mobile or macOS apps Agencies who need reliable developers/designers for client work Businesses looking to redesign or optimize mobile/Desktop UI/UX Tech teams who need clean architecture, API handling, and modern Swift coding ๐ŸŽฏ ๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก ๐’๐ญ๐š๐œ๐ค & ๐“๐จ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ: Languages/Frameworks: Swift, SwiftUI, Combine, Firebase, MVVM, CoreData Design: Figma, Lottie, Responsive Design Tools: PDFKit, REST APIs, JSON serialization, Git Youโ€™ve got a product that deserves to perform and look outstanding letโ€™s make sure your users love every tap, swipe, and click. Click โ€œInviteโ€ and letโ€™s build something that scales, converts, and stands out.

  • Kotlin
  • iOS Development
  • SwiftUI
  • API Integration
  • Firebase
  • Lottie
  • AI App Development
  • Mobile App Development
  • Android App
  • UX & UI
  • App Design
  • Desktop Application
  • Hybrid App Development
  • Native App Development
  • React
Muhammad Rizky A.

Jakarta, Indonesia

$5/hr
5.0
6 jobs

Senior Android Engineer with 9+ years of experience building, scaling, and maintaining high-quality Android applications used by thousands to millions of users worldwide. I help startups, businesses, and product teams develop Android apps that are reliable, scalable, and built for long-term growth. Whether you need a new application, help modernizing an existing codebase, performance improvements, AI-powered features, or urgent production fixes, I can jump in and deliver results quickly. Over the years, I have worked on large-scale production applications across media streaming, audio technology, advertising monetization, analytics, subscriptions, and real-time user experiences. My experience spans the entire Android development lifecycleโ€”from architecture and implementation to CI/CD automation, release management, and ongoing maintenance. What I Can Help You With โœ… Native Android Development (Kotlin & Java) โœ… Jetpack Compose & Modern Android Architecture โœ… MVVM, Clean Architecture & Modularization โœ… Bug Fixing, Crash Resolution & Technical Debt Reduction โœ… Legacy App Modernization โœ… REST API & WebSocket Integration โœ… Media Streaming Apps (ExoPlayer, Audio, Video & DRM) โœ… AI-Powered Features & LLM Integrations โœ… Firebase & Real-Time Data Synchronization โœ… Room Database & Offline-First Applications โœ… Google Play Billing & Subscription Systems โœ… Push Notifications (FCM) โœ… Ad Monetization (AdMob, Appodeal, Meta, Instreamatic & More) โœ… CI/CD Automation (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions & Fastlane) โœ… Google Play Store Deployment & Release Management Why Clients Work With Me โœ” 9+ years of professional Android development experience โœ” Strong experience working on production applications with large user bases โœ” Fast onboarding into existing codebases โœ” Clean, maintainable, and scalable code โœ” Clear communication and proactive problem-solving โœ” Reliable delivery and long-term support I don't just build featuresโ€”I help businesses create better mobile products by improving stability, performance, user experience, and maintainability. If you're looking for a senior Android engineer who can contribute immediately and take ownership of technical challenges, I'd be happy to discuss your project.

  • Kotlin
  • Android
  • Java
  • Flutter
  • Swift
Shahzaib A.

Islamabad, Pakistan

$40/hr
5.0
57 jobs

Are you tired of maintaining two separate codebases for Android and iOS? I help startups and businesses ship both platforms faster with a single, shared Kotlin codebase using Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) and Compose Multiplatform (CMP). While most developers build for one platform, I specialize in the modern cross-platform stack that reduces your development cost by up to 50% โ€” without sacrificing native performance or user experience. โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ ๐Ÿ”ง WHAT I BUILD โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ โœ… Cross-platform apps with shared UI using Compose Multiplatform (CMP) โœ… Shared business logic across Android & iOS with KMP โœ… Native Android apps with Jetpack Compose & Clean Architecture โœ… Migrating existing Android apps to Kotlin Multiplatform โœ… In-App Purchases, subscriptions & RevenueCat / Play Billing integration โœ… Push notifications (FCM / APNs), WebSockets & background processing โœ… REST API & WebSocket integration with Ktor โœ… Local caching with SQLDelight / Room KMP โœ… PDF generation, file handling, document upload & viewers โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ โš™๏ธ TECH STACK โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ Cross-Platform : Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP), Compose Multiplatform (CMP) Android : Jetpack Compose, MVVM, Clean Architecture, Coroutines, Flow iOS : SwiftUI interop, Xcode, CocoaPods / SPM integration Networking : Ktor, Retrofit, WebSockets, REST APIs Storage : SQLDelight, Room KMP, DataStore DI : Koin, Hilt CI/CD : GitHub Actions, Fastlane, App Store Connect, Play Console Other : Firebase, OneSignal, RevenueCat, Coil, Kotlin Serialization โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ ๐Ÿ’ผ REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ I've shipped production KMP apps including AI-powered tools that run identically on Android and iOS with shared networking, business logic, background task processing, PDF exports, and subscription flows. I understand both platforms deeply: Android lifecycle, iOS Info.plist entitlements, App Store review guidelines, and Google Play publishing. โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ โœ… WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€ โ†’ One developer. Both platforms. One codebase. โ†’ Senior-level experience โ€” no hand-holding needed โ†’ Clear communication and on-time delivery โ†’ I write code you can maintain, not spaghetti you'll regret If you want a developer who truly understands Kotlin Multiplatform and Compose Multiplatform not just someone who Googled it โ€” let's talk. Send me a message describing your project and I'll respond within a few hours.

  • Kotlin
  • Android App Development
  • Reactive Programming
  • Java
  • Android SDK
  • JetPack
  • Swift
  • SwiftUI
  • iOS
  • Mobile App Development
  • iOS Development
  • RxSwift
  • Android
  • Hybrid App Development
  • Native App Development
Muhammad B.

Lahore, Pakistan

$10/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I build production-ready web apps, mobile apps, and AI-powered systems, not just prototypes that break later. From idea to deployment, I help you turn your concept into a scalable, fast, and user-friendly product with clean architecture and real-world usability. ๐–๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ˆ ๐‚๐š๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ: - Full Stack Web Apps (Next.js, React, TypeScript) - Mobile Apps (Flutter, Kotlin โ€“ Android & Cross-platform) - Backend Systems & APIs (Node.js, Express, Firebase) - AI Chatbots & AI Agents (OpenAI, Vapi, custom workflows) - Document-based AI (Chat with PDFs, knowledge systems) - E-commerce & SaaS Platforms - Automation & Integrations ๐‡๐จ๐ฐ ๐ˆ ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค (๐‚๐ฅ๐ž๐š๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐œ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ = ๐๐ž๐ญ๐ญ๐ž๐ซ ๐‘๐ž๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฌ): Instead of jumping straight into code, I follow a structured approach: Understanding your idea โ†’ Goals, users, and expected outcome Planning โ†’ Scope, timeline, and best tech choices UX & Flow Design โ†’ Simple and user-friendly structure Development โ†’ Clean, scalable, and optimized code Testing & Deployment โ†’ Stable launch with real-world performance ๐Œ๐ฒ ๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก ๐’๐ญ๐š๐œ๐ค: Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML/CSS Backend: Node.js, Express.js, Firebase, REST APIs Mobile: Flutter, Kotlin, Java AI/ML: Python, OpenAI APIs, AI agents, automation systems ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐‚๐ฅ๐ข๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐‚๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฌ๐ž ๐Œ๐ž: I focus on solutions, not just coding I recommend better, faster, or cheaper approaches when possible I build systems that are scalable and maintainable Clear communication & on-time delivery ๐†๐จ๐ญ ๐š๐ง ๐ข๐๐ž๐š ๐จ๐ซ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฃ๐ž๐œ๐ญ? Send me a message with what you're building, Iโ€™ll help you scope it, suggest improvements, and plan the best way to launch it.

  • Kotlin
  • Web Development
  • Web Application
  • Product Development
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Mobile App
  • Flutter
  • AI Agent Development
  • Agent GPT
  • Python
  • Java
  • XML
  • .NET Framework
  • AI Chatbot
  • Web Design
  • Mobile App Development
  • WordPress Development
  • Android App Development
  • iOS Development
  • Chatbot Development

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Kotlin developer hiring guide

Kotlin developers build high-performance Android applications, back-end systems, and cross-platform solutions using the Kotlin programming language. With strong interoperability with Java and support for frameworks like Jetpack Compose and Ktor, Kotlin developers deliver scalable, efficient solutions across industries. 

What does a Kotlin developer do?

A Kotlin developer builds software using Kotlin, a programming language commonly used for Android apps and back-end systems. They work with tools like Android Studio, Jetpack Compose, Ktor, and Firebase to deliver mobile applications, APIs, and server-side development that meet modern business needs. Businesses hire Kotlin developers to modernize their mobile presence, improve code maintainability, and accelerate product development cycles across projects ranging from e-commerce apps to enterprise-scale software development

On a day-to-day basis, Kotlin developers are likely to:

  • Write clean, testable code

  • Implement UI components using Jetpack Compose

  • Build RESTful APIs for seamless data communication between front-end and back-end systems. 

  • Conduct code reviews

  • Write unit and integration tests using frameworks like JUnit and Espresso

  • Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate business requirements into technical solutions

  • Handle app deployment to the Google Play Store

  • Monitor post-launch performance using analytics tools

Kotlin's official backing by Google as the preferred language for Android development has made it a critical skill in the mobile development landscape. Developers proficient in Kotlin can leverage features like null safety, extension functions, and coroutines for asynchronous programming โ€” all of which contribute to building robust, crash-resistant applications that often integrate with existing Java codebases. This makes Kotlin developers especially valuable for businesses that prioritize reliability and user experience in their mobile products.

Whether you need an MVP startup build, a new mobile app, API development, or migration from legacy Java codebases, a skilled Kotlin developer can streamline your workflow and help bring products to market faster.

How to hire a Kotlin developer on Upwork

Hiring a Kotlin developer on Upwork is straightforward. Follow these four steps to find the right match for your project.

Step 1: Craft a targeted job post

The quality of your job post directly influences the caliber of Kotlin developers who apply. Well-defined requirements help experienced candidates self-select and demonstrate relevant expertise in their proposals.

  • A strong mobile app job description is the foundation of attracting qualified Kotlin developers.

  • Be specific about your goals and technical requirements so candidates can quickly assess their fit.

  • Specify the project type, such as mobile app development, back-end API creation, or Java-to-Kotlin migration.

  • List the tech stack required, including Kotlin, Android SDK, Jetpack Compose, Ktor, or Firebase

  • Outline business objectives like scalability requirements, real-time functionality, or e-commerce integration

  • Clarify quality expectations around testing frameworks (JUnit, Espresso) and delivery timelines.

If you want help getting started faster, try Upwork's Job Post Generator, powered by Umaโ„ข, Upwork's Mindful AI. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will draft a job post tailored for Kotlin developers.

Step 2: Filter and evaluate candidates

A systematic approach to candidate evaluation helps ensure you identify developers with proven track records in Kotlin development. Prioritize real-world project outcomes and technical depth over years of experience alone.

  • Reviewing profiles and portfolios helps you identify developers whose skills and experience align with your project needs.

  • Check for mobile app experience with Kotlin, Android Studio, and Jetpack Compose in their portfolio

  • Assess back-end knowledge, including server-side development, API design, and cloud services like AWS.

  • Review client feedback that highlights code quality, communication, and on-time delivery

  • Look for a high Job Success Score and quality badge that indicates reliable performance on past projects on Upwork.

You can use Upworkโ€™s instant video interviews to screen applicants for a best-fit shortlist, with Uma providing side-by-side candidate comparisons.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Direct conversations and technical interview questions reveal how candidates approach challenges and communicate complex concepts. This step also helps you assess cultural fit and working style beyond what portfolios can show.

  • Android developer interview questions help you to evaluate both technical depth and collaboration skills.

  • Ask about their development process, including agile methodology, CI/CD pipelines, and version control practices, and explore problem-solving abilities with interview questions about optimizing performance and managing complex codebases.

  • Discuss availability and communication preferences, including time zone overlap and preferred collaboration tools.

Upwork Messages allows you to schedule and conduct live video interviews on the platform, with call transcripts and summaries available after the calls.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Before starting any work, use Upworkโ€™s contracting step to put a firm agreement in place. Formalizing project parameters before development begins protects both parties and establishes accountability. 

  • Setting clear expectations from the start helps prevent misunderstandings, keeps the project on track, and reduces the risk of scope creep.

  • Define deliverables such as functional mobile applications, APIs, or optimized back-end modules

  • Establish a timeline with milestones for feature releases, code reviews, and testing cycles.

  • Confirm pricing structure, whether project-based or ongoing, aligned with scope and budget.

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How much does hiring a Kotlin developer cost?

Kotlin and other mobile app developers on Upwork generally charge $18-$39 per hour. Specific costs of hiring Kotlin developers depends on the developerโ€™s experience level, the project complexity, and the engagement type.

Consider these typical project costs when estimating your budgeting for Kotlin development efforts:

Bug fix and code optimization

$500-$1,500 /project

Entry-level
  • Debugging existing Kotlin codebase
  • Performance profiling and optimization
  • Code refactoring for maintainability

Android UI development

$2,000-$5,000 /project

Mid-level
  • Custom screen layouts with Jetpack Compose
  • UI component library creation
  • Responsive design implementation

Back-end API development

$3,000-$8,000 /project

Mid-level
  • RESTful API design and implementation
  • Database integration with PostgreSQL or SQLite
  • Authentication and security setup

Full Android app build

$8,000-$25,000 /project

Expert-level
  • End-to-end mobile app development
  • Third-party API and payment integration
  • App store deployment and testing

Legacy Java-to-Kotlin migration

$5,000-$15,000 /project

Expert-level
  • Codebase audit and migration planning
  • Incremental Java-to-Kotlin conversion
  • Post-migration testing and validation

FAQs about Kotlin developers

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a Kotlin developer worth it?

Yes, hiring a Kotlin developer is worth it if youโ€™re building an Android app, want faster development with less code, need more stability and fewer bugs, or are starting a modern, scalable codebase. Many Kotlin developers are experienced with the entire life cycle of app production and familiar with collaborating with cross-functional teams, making them instrumental in Android development environments. Kotlin's concise syntax also leads to fewer bugs and faster iteration compared to Java, which can significantly improve your time to market.

Which brands use Kotlin?

Many leading tech companies use Kotlin to power their mobile and back-end applications. Google officially supports Kotlin for Android app development, which has accelerated its adoption across startups and enterprise teams. Major brands like Pinterest, Trello, Uber, and Square have integrated Kotlin into their Android codebases for better scalability and maintainability. Companies in fintech, e-commerce, and SaaS also rely on Kotlin because of its strong interoperability with Java and modern development workflows.

Is Kotlin similar to Python?

Kotlin and Python share some similarities in readability, but they serve different purposes. Kotlin is a statically typed language built for app development, back-end systems, and enterprise codebases, while Python is often used for scripting, AI, and data science. Businesses may choose Kotlin for Android app development or server-side workflows, while preferring Python for analytics or machine learning.

Is Kotlin tough to learn?

No, Kotlin isnโ€™t considered difficult for developers with Java or general programming experience. Its syntax is more concise than Java, which can improve productivity and reduce errors. Many Kotlin developers also highlight how tools like Jetpack and Android Studio tutorials lower the learning curve. Kotlin's growing ecosystem of documentation and community resources makes onboarding even smoother for developers transitioning from other languages.