I am a Senior Android Software Engineer with a passion for building fast, reliable apps that feel effortless to use. I’ve led remote and hybrid teams across multiple time zones, and I specialize in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modular Android architectures. I’ve driven migrations that reduce build times and improve feature delivery, while maintaining high standards for UI consistency and code quality. I thrive on ownership and collaboration, delivering feature-rich solutions such as VoIP/messaging suites and public-safety apps. I’m motivated by solving complex problems, optimizing performance, and delivering solutions that make a real impact for users and organizations.

Zachary McDanal

I am a Senior Android Software Engineer with a passion for building fast, reliable apps that feel effortless to use. I’ve led remote and hybrid teams across multiple time zones, and I specialize in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modular Android architectures. I’ve driven migrations that reduce build times and improve feature delivery, while maintaining high standards for UI consistency and code quality. I thrive on ownership and collaboration, delivering feature-rich solutions such as VoIP/messaging suites and public-safety apps. I’m motivated by solving complex problems, optimizing performance, and delivering solutions that make a real impact for users and organizations.

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I am a Senior Android Software Engineer with a passion for building fast, reliable apps that feel effortless to use. I’ve led remote and hybrid teams across multiple time zones, and I specialize in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modular Android architectures. I’ve driven migrations that reduce build times and improve feature delivery, while maintaining high standards for UI consistency and code quality.

I thrive on ownership and collaboration, delivering feature-rich solutions such as VoIP/messaging suites and public-safety apps. I’m motivated by solving complex problems, optimizing performance, and delivering solutions that make a real impact for users and organizations.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Android Software Engineer / Project Manager at OCV, LLC
October 1, 2025 - October 18, 2025
Developed and maintained 600+ public-safety apps for law enforcement and emergency services nationwide. Built custom Android apps in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, improving UI consistency and reducing development time by 20%. Created and deployed a feature-rich app for the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
Android Software Engineer at Corporate Tools
January 1, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Led migration to a modular Kotlin + Jetpack Compose architecture, reducing build times by 40%. Engineered a robust VoIP and messaging system, improving call reliability and user experience. Strengthened app stability with comprehensive unit testing, reducing production crashes by 25%. Optimized media compression and MMS delivery, reducing upload time and bandwidth usage by 30%.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mobile Development - iOS & Android (Remote) at Full Sail University
January 1, 2018 - October 29, 2020

Qualifications

Leadership Development Level 3 (AIDT)
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Certified Scrum Master (Udemy)
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Government, Education