Mobile apps are increasingly necessary for almost every business, company, and event. Android is the primary provider of app-based systems in the world. Statistics put its market dominance at 85% of all mobile sales!

Obviously, this means you want apps that function with Android, and function well. But how do you hire the best developers to work with your Android apps?

Here is a quick checklist to follow when you’re looking at potential candidates to make the app of your – and your company’s – dreams!

• Experience is essential
  • A developer with years of Android experience will have an awareness of market trends and tools
  • Experience developers are aware of new technologies and updates and how to utilize these
  • Check portfolios to see examples of successful projects on the same platform before hiring!
• Search for someone with knowledge of and familiarity with product behavior
  • It isn’t enough to be technically minded; the ideal developer must know a lot about how Android apps correctly function.
  • Your developer should be able to work independently of management
  • Relevant experience is a must
  • Project design knowledge cannot be overlooked
  • Use a simple test such as a login page and its features (either a practical or theoretical analysis) to separate the best developers from your candidates.
  • New developers must be full of ideas, willing to experiment and be eager to improve all aspects of the end product.
• Hire a developer who has expertise in material design and user interfaces (UI)
  • The visual experience of an app can be just as important as its functionality
  • Useful UI should be straightforward and user-friendly without being overly simplistic.
  • Color, design, and ease-of-use are all important factors
  • Developers must be able to adapt their UI and functions to any design changes.
  • Your candidate should have knowledge of Android’s many libraries and tutorials
  • They must be willing to adapt their approach and learn new things
  • Material Design knowledge will help as hardware progresses
• Get someone with familiarity with the intricacies of the Google Play store
  • Deploying apps on Google Play is not as easy as stocking shelves!
  • Your developers must be aware of the many tasks required.
  • Tools like Proguard can make the process more efficient but require expertise to utilize appropriately.
  • They must know the critical files and make them easy to protect and locate them as needed.
  • They must be able to take proper advantage of the functions offered on Google Play.
• Choose someone who already has an app on the Play Store
  • Someone with their own app has already demonstrated knowledge of the above, and using their app will help you understand how they work!
  • Developers who don’t tell you upfront about their apps may have something to hide.
  • Shows professionalism, enthusiasm, and talent.
• Hire a full-stack developer
  • Database management is an essential part of app development, and without it, even the most brilliant technical mind cannot achieve much
  • You can hire a separate database manager, but it’s better to cut costs by getting one person to do both jobs
• Look for a programmer who keeps you in the look
  • Regular project updates are essential so that everyone involved knows what’s going on at all times.
  • Updates should be at least weekly, if not daily.
  • If your developer doesn’t keep you updated, find another developer.

By following this checklist, you will be well on your way to the best developers and the best Android apps possible for your company!