I am a mobile-first software developer with twelve years of IT experience, specializing in Android and hybrid development. I have led multiple consumer-facing projects, working across Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, C++, and Dart to deliver robust mobile experiences. I am driven to grow as a developer and leader, tackling modern development challenges across diverse industries and teams, always focusing on quality, collaboration, and solving real user problems.

Randy R. Richardson

I am a mobile-first software developer with twelve years of IT experience, specializing in Android and hybrid development. I have led multiple consumer-facing projects, working across Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, C++, and Dart to deliver robust mobile experiences. I am driven to grow as a developer and leader, tackling modern development challenges across diverse industries and teams, always focusing on quality, collaboration, and solving real user problems.

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I am a mobile-first software developer with twelve years of IT experience, specializing in Android and hybrid development. I have led multiple consumer-facing projects, working across Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, C++, and Dart to deliver robust mobile experiences.

I am driven to grow as a developer and leader, tackling modern development challenges across diverse industries and teams, always focusing on quality, collaboration, and solving real user problems.

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Work Experience

Software Engineer III at Apex Systems (GE and ScriptPro)
April 1, 2024 - Present
Principle engineer for multiple consumer-facing products across mobile and home appliances. Developed applications using Kotlin, Java, Flutter, and Swift; prototyped mobile solutions in React Native with Node.js. Maintained legacy React Native apps and customized Android OS using AOSP/NDK. Enabled IoT connectivity to company services and led architecture decisions, timelines, and mentoring of junior developers. Managed GitHub CI pipelines and collaborated with executives on development milestones.
Lead Android Developer (Contract) at GEICO
March 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Built Java/Kotlin apps and hybrid Flutter solutions embedded into custom Android OS. Created ambient screensavers and fully functional UIs; integrated Flutter/React layers with native Android code. Explored Jetpack Compose for UI decisions and contributed to Android OS customization. Led architecture direction, coordinated team efforts, and supported CI/CD with GitHub workflows.
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at Sincera
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Addressed bugs and feature stories with Kotlin and latest APIs, building modules using MVVM patterns. Heavy use of Coroutines for IO processing, collaborated with design teams to implement best practices, and performed code reviews under tight release deadlines.
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at Disney
October 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022
Led Android development to bring app concepts to reality, utilizing Kotlin and modern APIs with MVVM. Employed Coroutines and RXJava Flowables, created custom animations, and used Jetpack Compose for stateless UI. Prototyped applications with Flutter and React Native for cross-platform deployment and worked on IoT integration for connected home devices. Participated in architecture reviews and merge request approvals.
Lead Android Developer (Contract) at Genuent
March 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Led the software and architecture development of McDonald’s Android application. Provided team support, mentoring, and code reviews; coordinated code advancements and merges across multiple mobile teams; contributed to API integrations and overall mobile project execution.
Lead Architect / Developer at Wipro
March 1, 2019 - June 1, 2020
Supported architecture solutions for multiple clients (Android, .Net, MDM). Led architecture efforts, client engagements, vendor meetings, and cross-city support. Developed Android, Java/Kotlin, .Net/C#, and MDM solutions; created automated tests and device testing across manufacturers; contributed to cross-functional planning and demonstrations.
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at Sport Fly
January 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019
Architected components for platform needs; Kotlin-based development; implemented MVVM with Dagger II; worked on mapping/location services and third-party APIs (Retrofit, RXJava); backend support with Laravel/PHP; developed RESTful data layers and backend integration.
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at Samsung
June 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Supported Bixby voice assistant modules and large data processing. Converted Java to Kotlin, developed parse APIs, and built IoT prototypes for device connectivity. Conducted Bluetooth testing and applied TDD practices; participated in cross-team code migrations and rapid deployment.
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at Wells Fargo
October 1, 2016 - June 1, 2017
Led module development and application architecture. Implemented MVVM and Dagger II patterns, custom UI components, REST support, multi-threading, and notifications. Collaborated across teams and occasionally contributed to iOS components when needed; explored hybrid app approaches (Xamarin/React Native).
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at Blue Shield of California
June 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016
Designed major UI portions with Fragments, ViewPagers, adapters, and custom views. Supported backend integration, Google Maps/location services, MVC patterns, performance testing, Jira-based workflows, and cross-team collaboration to meet deadlines.
Senior Android Developer (Contract) at US Bank
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2016
Built and expanded native Android libraries, implemented network calls, multi-flavor builds, dynamic UIs, and robust UI/UX components to support banking workflows; contributed to API layering and client-specific customizations.
Lead Android Developer (Contract) at Oasis Technologies
December 1, 2014 - December 1, 2015
Cross-platform development using Xamarin; Google Maps integration; secure network calls; QR code UI enhancements; Git/Jira for version control and issue tracking; explored NDK and plugin modules; contributed to iOS prototypes.
Android Developer II (Contract) at Research Innovations
June 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Built plugins and private SDKs in Java and C++; developed Bluetooth-based data transfer solutions; used Maven for builds; multithreading for client-host connections and device communication; contributed to bug resolution and ticketing.
Android Developer (Contract) at Strategic Resources International
November 1, 2014 - June 1, 2015
REST methods, SSL handling, asynchronous processing, and UI development for multi-device support; Bluetooth and VOIP integration; collaborated across IT departments to deliver portable solutions.
Android Developer / Consultant at Chasharma
August 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014
Requirements analysis, multiple version strategies to meet deadlines, SQLite and AsyncTask usage, unit/integration testing, debugging, and iterative repairs for mobile systems.
Software Engineering/QA Tester at American Chemical Society
May 1, 2013 - July 1, 2013
Automated testing using Selenium/JavaScript, scripting in C++, QA for online and desktop software, OCR document quality assurance, SQL databases, and cross-team collaboration.
Software Engineering/QA Tester at American Chemical Society
September 1, 2014 - November 1, 2014
Continued QA testing and automation efforts; contributed to OCR document QA and data handling tasks, collaborating across development teams.
IT Intern at National Education Association
September 1, 2013 - March 1, 2014
Help desk support, ticket handling, hardware deployment, and basic network data transfers; assisted with imaging and re-imaging of machines.
IT Technician at AVSII
February 1, 2008 - September 1, 2014
On-call IT technician for DC metro-area conventions; troubleshooting, setup and support of technical equipment for events.

Education

Associates in Computer Science at Prince George’s Community College
March 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012

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Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services