Software Developer, Scala/android - Intern Or 
working Student

Description

We are looking for a motivated working student (20h/week) or intern (40h/week) to join our Scala on Android engineering team for at least 6 months.

About us

Wire is a European start-up building a modern, secure and open source privacy-focused communications experience. We are a Swiss company with a development center in Berlin, Germany. Our people come from a wide range of backgrounds, united by shared passion for communication, design and technology. wire.com 

Benefits

When you join:

Work with experts, multicultural team from 20 nationalities, career growth opportunities, beautiful office with a rooftop terrace in the heart of Berlin.

Day-to-day:

Functional programming languages, adjustable standing desks, high quality chairs, regular tech talks, developer meetups in the office, bike storage, table tennis, foosball, yoga, breakfasts and lunches.

Responsibilities

• Develop new features for the Wire Android client in Scala
• Assist in the maintenance of the Wire Android client, improving code quality and readability, and fixing bugs
• Migrate legacy Java code into Scala
• Develop responsive Android views and layouts in cooperation with our design team.
• Write safe, defensive and tested code that interfaces with our RESTful backend API
• Work in an agile development process with short release cycles
• Improve your software development skills and learn together with the team

Requirements

• Knowledge of Java and the JVM
• Knowledge of Scala or another functional programming language is desired, and is preferable to knowledge of the Android ecosystem
• Knowledge of the Android SDKs and programming on Android or other mobile environments is desired
• Ability to independently search for solutions to complex problems, to critically evaluate technical choices, and to communicate ideas effectively with other team members
• Enthusiasm for learning and strong work ethic
• Working proficiency in English

Education

Current student or graduate in Computer Science studies or equivalent.