Mohammad Kashif Ansari

Senior Android Developer

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About

A highly accomplished Senior Android Developer with over 8 years of expertise in architecting and deploying secure, high-performance mobile applications using Kotlin, Java, Jetpack Compose, and MVVM. Proven ability to drive significant user engagement and operational efficiency, evidenced by shipping apps with 1M+ installs, optimizing app performance, and seamlessly integrating complex APIs to achieve critical business objectives.

Work Experience

Sr. Android Developer

MonarchAI | Contract

Jan 2024 - Jun 2025

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Tech Stack: Kotlin, Android SDK, AccessibilityService, Gemini API (LLM), Firebase Realtime Database, NotificationManager, BatteryManager, Foreground Services Architected an AI-based harmful chat detection system utilizing the Gemini API and AccessibilityService, achieving over 85% accuracy in identifying sexual and abusive content. Optimized background services using BatteryManager, reducing power consumption by 60% during live monitoring. Utilized Firebase Realtime Database and NotificationManager to deliver instant alerts to parents, reducing detection-to- response time to under two seconds. Adopted MVVM architecture to create modular and scalable code within a hybrid environment combining React Native and native Android modules.

Senior Android Developer

BoderlassMind (Digital Hotel Key App) | Contract

Jul 2021 - Jun 2023

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Led the development and optimization of a digital hotel key application, enhancing user experience and integrating critical functionalities for a global user base.

  • Developed a Sleep Aid module with MediaPlayer and CountDownTimer, increasing session time by 30% and reducing battery usage.
  • Integrated Vouched API for passport scanning and facial recognition, reducing onboarding time by 60% and improving KYC accuracy.
  • Configured Spreedly payment gateway with secure tokenization, resulting in a 25% increase in successful transactions.
  • Resolved deep linking and Jetpack Navigation issues, enhancing app stability and reducing crash rates by 40%.
  • Optimized Bluetooth device connectivity with retry mechanisms and signal strength checks, boosting pairing success by 50% for the OpenKey app (100,000+ installs).

Freelance Senior Android Developer

VegEase (Online Grocery Delivery App) | Freelancer

Jul 2021 - Jan 2023

Remote, India, India

Drove key feature development and performance enhancements for an online grocery delivery application, significantly improving user experience and operational efficiency.

  • Integrated Razorpay with secure tokenized payments, optimizing UI flow to increase transaction success by 30% and reduce checkout abandonment.
  • Implemented Google Places API for address autocomplete and pin selection, cutting address input time by 40% and enhancing delivery precision.
  • Engineered an efficient product sync mechanism to reflect cart inventory changes app-wide with minimal API calls, boosting responsiveness and reducing server load by 35%.
  • Developed nested vertical and horizontal RecyclerViews for real-time product filtering and sorting, improving product discoverability and increasing user engagement by 25% for the VegEase app (1 Million+ installs).

Senior Android Developer

Nadcab Technology

Dec 2018 - Mar 2021

Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, IN

Contributed to Android application development, focusing on robust feature implementation and maintenance for diverse client projects.

  • Developed and maintained core Android applications, ensuring high performance and user satisfaction for client projects.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, contributing to the full application development lifecycle from conception to deployment.
  • Implemented robust features and conducted thorough testing to deliver stable and user-friendly mobile solutions.

Android Developer

Greengine

Jun 2017 - Nov 2018

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, IN

Developed and debugged Android applications, contributing to various project lifecycles and enhancing user experiences.

  • Assisted in the development of core Android application features, focusing on UI/UX implementation and data integration.
  • Participated in code reviews and ensured adherence to coding standards, contributing to overall code quality and maintainability.
  • Resolved bugs and implemented minor enhancements to existing applications, improving stability and user satisfaction.

Android Developer

LiveSolution

Nov 2015 - Feb 2017

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, IN

Engaged in early-stage Android development, gaining foundational experience in mobile app creation and feature implementation.

  • Developed user interface components and integrated backend services for initial application builds.
  • Conducted comprehensive testing and debugging to ensure basic application functionality and optimal user experience.
  • Learned and applied fundamental Android development principles, contributing to project success.

Education

Computer Science & Engineering

Abdul Kalam Technical University (A.K.T.U)

68%

Jan 2011 - Jun 2015

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, IN

Certificates

Android Certification

micro1

Kotlin Certification

Pro5.ai

Projects

TikTok-style Video Platform

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

Built a video streaming platform similar to TikTok, leveraging robust AWS services for infrastructure and content delivery.

Rewards App

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

Independently developed and scaled a rewards application that achieved significant user adoption and managed its full development lifecycle.

Languages

Hindi (Native) , English (Proficient)

Skills

Programming Languages

  • Kotlin
  • Java

Frameworks

  • Android SDK
  • Jetpack Compose
  • MVVM
  • Clean Architecture

Tools

  • Git
  • Gradle
  • Jira
  • Slack
  • Figma

Platforms

  • Firebase

Methodologies

  • Agile
  • Scrum

Libraries

  • Dagger 2
  • Hilt
  • Retrofit
  • Room
  • LiveData
  • Coroutines

Other Technical Skills

  • RESTful APIs
  • UI/UX Design
  • Data Caching
  • Offline-first Design
  • Application Security
  • Algorithms
  • Data Structures
  • OOP
  • Design Patterns
  • AccessibilityService
  • Gemini API (LLM)
  • NotificationManager
  • BatteryManager
  • Foreground Services
  • MediaPlayer
  • CountDownTimer
  • Spreedly SDK
  • Vouched SDK
  • Google Map
  • Google Place
  • Firestore
  • Razorpay
  • RecyclerViews
  • AWS EC2
  • AWS S3
  • AWS CDN