iCube Application Dev Manager, Customer Development

Job Title: iCube Application Dev Manager, Customer Development, India
JobLocation: UniOps Bangalore
About Unilever
Be part of the world's most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future.
Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you'll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you'll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you.
About Uniops
Unilever Operations (UniOps) is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services, technology, and enterprise solutions. UniOps serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations, user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit.
Main Job Purpose
HUL has been a pioneer in the FMCG space for many decades now. One of the key differentiating factors which keeps it ahead of the curve is its investment in technology. With this role, the individual stands a chance to be in the driver's seat to use technology to drive sales, while building a robust understanding of the consumer goods space. The technology we design, build and deploy here, gives HUL the cutting edge to go to market with best-in-class products.
This position plays a pivotal role in strategy, design, delivery, and optimization of the CD platform, in close partnership with business and global teams. This is the best role at the intersection of business and technology and to understand product management. The Senior Analytics Engineer is a critical member of the data team.
As an Android Lead with over 8 years of experience you will play a crucial role in driving the development of high-quality Android applications. You will lead and mentor a team of Android developers, ensuring the successful execution of projects. Your extensive experience in Android development will be key to guiding the team in adopting best practices, staying current with the latest trends, and delivering exceptional mobile applications.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership:

• Lead and guide a team of Android developers, providing technical expertise, code reviews, and mentorship.
• Champion best practices in Android app development and ensure their consistent application in projects.
  

Project Management

• Collaborate with the product management team to define project requirements, goals, and timelines.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and risk management to ensure successful project delivery.
  

Development And Coding

• Actively contribute to Android app development, writing clean and efficient code, and contributing to architectural decisions.
• Collaborate with designers and product managers to create user-friendly and visually appealing Android applications.
  

Quality Assurance

• Establish and enforce coding standards and quality control measures.
• Lead the team in thorough testing, debugging, and optimization to ensure high-performance Android applications.
  

Documentation

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for Android app code, architecture, and development processes.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in Android app development.
• Strong expertise in Android development, including Java or Kotlin, Android Studio, and relevant libraries and frameworks.
• Proficiency with version control systems, such as Git.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to guide and mentor a team effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Certifications or awards in Android development are highly valued.
  

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge data projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Chance to make a real impact on the company's bottom line.
  

Trusted Partner

• Operationally manage the on-ground partnership with business leads and CD excellence teams
• Own the core technology platform and ensure right fit technology outcomes
• Enable low cost quick POCs to establish business case with CD excellence teams
  

Technology Ownership

• Manage delivery IT projects for all channels of sales through improvement programs
• Support design of architecture in partnership with internal & external architects.
• Ensure Agile & Devops practices are leveraged and adopted across programs
• Manage support operations and improvements journey for HUL customers
  

Integration With Different Streams, Global Teams And External Partners

• Engagement with product partners & service providers to bring outside-in view
• Vendor management across various vendors to manage talents and technologies at the best cost
  

Governance & People

• Manage a very large team of internal and external team members; ensure well-being, development & motivation, while ensuring delivery of CRs and BAU operations of the assigned areas
• Manage the IT budget including adherence to forecast, optimization & compliance
• Ensure proper governance structure is followed across all stakeholders
  

Key Requirements

• Proficiency in aspects of product management which help translate business priorities into product innovations.
• Proficient in stakeholder management across functions including senior leaders
• Ability to handle E2E project journey including business value delivery
• Strong business acumen to arrive at relevant solutions
• Ability to manage delivery through partners
• People Management skill for managing large teams as well as stakeholders
• Execution excellence and application support understanding
• Project Management, understanding of Devops & Agile
• Understanding of platforms & technologies used in retail ecosystem.
  

At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life. So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make the world a better place. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you!

Skills: Android, Java, Git, Android Studio, Agile, Kotlin, Devops

Experience: 8.00-10.00 Years