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NEIL SAVIO MONTEIRO

Atlanta,Georgia

Summary

Experienced senior staff engineer with over 14 years in the software industry, specializing in Android application development.

Proficient in Kotlin and Java with a proven track record in developing mobile applications for automotive, finance, and IoT

sectors. Skilled in Agile, Kanban, and Scrum methodologies, aiming to leverage experience to deliver innovative Android

solutions while enhancing app security and user ratings.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Nagarro

Senior Android Staff Engineer
01.2022 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Created a banking application for a reputed client in Jordan, that allows customers to manage all banking services and transactions quickly easily, and securely.
  • Applied clean architecture with MVVM design pattern, and integrated Jetpack components while developing with Kotlin and the Android SDK resulting in a 30% increase in app ratings due to a user-friendly design.
  • Facilitated detailed discussions with client to outline upcoming features, establish timelines, alignment with project goals and updates on development progress.
  • Implemented CI/CD practices using Jenkins, Bitbucket, and Jfrog artifactory to enhance the development workflow, reducing deployment time and increasing efficiency.
  • Aligned with backend developers to optimize API parameters, leading to a 10% increase in app speed.
  • Led code reviews and team mentorship, guiding four brainstorming sessions that produced two innovative ideas, boosting project efficiency.
  • Improved app rating by 40% through strategic monitoring and analysis of performance using Firebase and other analytics tools to address key customer issues.
  • Improved code quality resulted in a 50% reduction in critical bugs by introducing automated testing and a code analytics tool such as Sonarqube.
  • Developed custom reusable components using Kotlin/Java programming languages for easy implementation in future projects.
  • Taking charge of leveraging the Dexguard tool to boost app security by 90 percent
  • Arabi Islami Bank: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iiab.mobilebanking

Mercedes Benz

Senior Android Technical Lead
07.2017 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Led the pioneering development of Mercedes-Benz's premier Android app named "Mercedes Me App" using Java and Kotlin driving a 40 percent surge in customer downloads and propelling higher ratings.
  • As a tech lead, I provided mentoring and conducted code reviews for a team of three developers, resulting in a 20% increase in code quality and faster delivery times.
  • Collaborated with the product owner to understand new features for specific regions, prioritizing based on regional needs and market demands.
  • Managed cross-functional collaboration with teams in Germany, ensuring all requirements were met to deliver a robust Android application.
  • Boosted project efficiency as a temporary scrum master, streamlining processes for software development of the project.
  • Utilized Agile methodologies for efficient project management and timely product delivery.
  • Validated test cases using Mockito and Roboelectric frameworks.
  • Participated in demonstrating app demos and discussing technical aspects with other project technical leads in Germany.
  • Refactored the existing code to support Kotlin instead of Java.
  • Mercedes Benz Connect: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.daimler.ris.mercedesme.ece.android

Honeywell

Senior Android Engineer
08.2013 - 06.2017

Job overview

  • Created Total Connect an IoT-based mobile and tablet application for Honeywell home security panels, utilizing Java and the Android SDK to improve system integration and user experience.
  • Directed the complete development cycle of the AlarmNet 360 app for security panel dealers, including resolving bugs and managing release coordination with QA.
  • Presented project updates and milestones on behalf of the team through three key demonstrations, effectively communicating progress and key achievements.
  • Developed the complete AlarmNet 360 project.
  • I worked with the tech lead to address bug fixes and handle maintenance tasks.
  • Integrated a panel-specific lightweight script proprietary to Honeywell, known as Tinycode, into the application.
  • Mentored junior developers in Android application development best practices, improving overall team productivity.
  • Total Connect App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alarmnet.tc2&hl=en
  • Alarmnet 360 App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.honeywell.alarmnet360&hl=en

Volvo

Android Software Engineer
04.2012 - 08.2013

Job overview

  • Implemented two mobile apps from requirement gathering to Play Store release for Volvo buses.
  • Presented prototypes to senior management, contributing actionable ideas in team meetings and delivering updates on releases, designs, and enhancements.
  • Optimized app responsiveness through rigorous testing on multiple devices and platforms, ensuring compatibility across various screen sizes and resolutions.

Enovate Media Solutions

Android Software Developer
03.2010 - 04.2012

Job overview

  • Developed three in-house Android applications for mobile devices and tablets, covering coding, and testing.
  • Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.

Prateek Technologies

Mobile Software Developer
09.2008 - 09.2009

Job overview

  • Conducted classes to educate students on Java programming, enhancing their coding skills and understanding
  • Built applications for Nokia devices using J2ME, improving device functionality and user experience.

Education

University Of Mumbai

Bachelors Degree from Computer Science
05.2007

Skills

Programming Languages :

Android SDK, Kotlin, Java, SQL Jjetpack Components, Koin, Hilt, Dagger, HTML, REST Apis, GraphQL, Gradle, Maven, MQTT

Database :

ROOM, SQLite

Pipeline :

Azure, Jenkins, GitLab

Testing Framework :

JUnit, Espresso, Mockito, Monkey tool, Roboelectric, Wiremock

Architectural Patterns :

Clean architecture, MVI, MVM, MVVM

Development/Analytics Tools :

App center, Bitbucket, Confluence, Dexguard, Figma, Firebase Analytics, Firebase Crashlytics, GIT, Github, JIRA, Omniture Analytics, Sonarqube, JFrog Artifactory

Timeline

Senior Android Staff Engineer

Nagarro
01.2022 - 03.2024

Senior Android Technical Lead

Mercedes Benz
07.2017 - 01.2022

Senior Android Engineer

Honeywell
08.2013 - 06.2017

Android Software Engineer

Volvo
04.2012 - 08.2013

Android Software Developer

Enovate Media Solutions
03.2010 - 04.2012

Mobile Software Developer

Prateek Technologies
09.2008 - 09.2009

University Of Mumbai

Bachelors Degree from Computer Science
NEIL SAVIO MONTEIRO