Ata Kaya
Android Team Lead
Istanbul,34
Summary
Seasoned Android Developer with 12+ years of experience in designing and delivering high-performing, scalable mobile applications. Proficient in Java, Kotlin, and modern frameworks like Jetpack Compose. Specialized in Clean Architecture, MVVM patterns, and CI/CD pipelines for secure and robust solutions. Demonstrated leadership as an Android Team Lead, mentoring teams to embrace innovative technologies and industry best practices. Expertise in Android NDK, SSL pinning, and performance optimization, achieving a crash-free rate of over 99%. Committed to driving technical excellence and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Android Team Lead
MagiClick
Istanbul, Turkey
08.2022 - Current
- Led a team of 7 developers, providing technical guidance and ensuring timely delivery of projects
- Mentored junior and mid-level developers, coaching them on Clean Architecture principles and best practices
- Introduced new technologies to modernize the codebase, improving team motivation and productivity
- Conducted code reviews and ensured adherence to coding standards, resulting in a 99% crash-free rate
- Collaborated with senior developers to share knowledge and foster a culture of continuous learning
- Oversaw the implementation of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Fastlane, reducing deployment time by 30%
Senior Android Developer
MagiClick
Istanbul, Turkey
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Designed and developed a large-scale native Android app using Clean Architecture and MVVM pattern
- Implemented payment methods and optimized the payment flow, increasing transaction success rates by 20%
- Set up and maintained CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Fastlane, streamlining the development process
- Mentored a junior developer (12 hours/week), providing guidance on coding standards and best practices
- Conducted code reviews and resolved critical bugs, achieving a 99% crash-free rate
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features on time
React Native Developer
MagiClick
Istanbul, Turkey
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Developed and maintained a food delivery app (Domino's Pizza Turkey), implementing new features and improving user experience
- Built native bridges to integrate platform-specific functionalities, enhancing app performance
- Integrated payment methods, ensuring secure and seamless transactions for users
- Collaborated with backend teams to optimize API integrations, reducing latency by 15%
- Fixed bugs and improved app stability, contributing to a 95% user satisfaction rate
Android App Developer
MagiClick
Istanbul, Turkey
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Worked with Android NDK (C++) to implement and maintain native libraries
- Maintained existing applications, resolved bugs, and ensured application stability
- Contributed to building user-friendly interfaces and delivering robust app updates
Android App Developer
Fonotech
Istanbul, Turkey
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Worked on a local social media app startup aimed at the Turkish market, combining features of Twitter and WhatsApp
- Focused on app development, implementing and maintaining features, and ensuring performance optimization
- The project ultimately shut down due to economic reasons, but it provided valuable experience in building social media platforms
Android App Developer
Kayra - Shanal
Tabriz, Iran
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Built feature-rich Android applications for various industries
- Enhanced app performance and stability through rigorous testing and debugging
Junior Android Developer
Shaya System
Tabriz, Iran
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Assisted in designing and developing Android applications, focusing on user-friendly interfaces
- Created custom mobile applications using native technologies.
Education
Associate's Degree - Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
01.2010 - 01.2012
Skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/11/90
- Nationality: Turkish Iranian
Location - Home
Istanbul, Türkiye
Timeline
Android Team Lead - MagiClick
08.2022 - Current
Senior Android Developer - MagiClick
11.2019 - 08.2022
React Native Developer - MagiClick
07.2017 - 11.2019
Android App Developer - MagiClick
02.2017 - 11.2019
Android App Developer - Fonotech
11.2015 - 02.2017
Android App Developer - Kayra - Shanal
03.2013 - 10.2015
Junior Android Developer - Shaya System
01.2012 - 03.2013
University of Applied Science And Technology - Associate's Degree, Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
01.2010 - 01.2012