In a significant opportunity for aspiring tech professionals in Tamil Nadu, leading Indian IT company Zoho Corporation has announced fresh job openings for the role of Android Developer. The positions are based in Chennai, offering candidates a chance to work at one of the country’s most respected homegrown software firms without needing to relocate out of state.

With Chennai, Madurai, Tenkasi (Mathalamparai), and Tirunelveli having their operational bases, Zoho has always been in the limelight with its innovation-driven strategy, people-centric culture, and infrastructure approach based on rural development. The new job announcement is a testament to Zoho’s consistent focus on local talent and skill building.

Job Title: Android Developer
Location: Chennai
Experience Needed: 1 to 4 years
Type of Employment: Full-Time
Application Mode: Online through Zoho Careers Portal
Last Date to Apply: Not specified (apply early advised)

Core Requirements & Technical Skills
Zoho’s recruitment standards show a high preference for end-to-end Android development skills. Candidates need to exhibit skills in the following:

Android Development Stack:
Kotlin – Kotlin expertise is mandatory for developing scalable and new-generation Android apps.
Android SDK – In-depth experience with foundational libraries and tools.
Android Jetpack Components – Navigation, Room, WorkManager, and ViewModel.
API Integration:
Sound understanding of RESTful APIs
Experience with third-party libraries like Retrofit, Ktor, or OkHttp
A smooth handling of asynchronous operations
UI/UX Integration:
Understanding and integrating via XML and Jetpack Compose
Should understand Material Design guidelines well
Reactive Programming:
Knowledge of Kotlin Coroutines to handle asynchronous and reactive flows
Architecture Patterns:
Experience in the MVVM, MVP, or MVI architecture design patterns for scalable app development
Tools & Collaborative Development:
Committed to using Git for versioning
Skill to work in collaborative teams and Agile teams
Bonus Skills:
Work experience on Glide, Coil, Firebase, and other third-party Android libraries
Knowledge of Android security best practices
Database proficiency (e.g., SQLite, Room)
Who Should Apply?
Best fit for:
Android developers with professional experience ranging from 1 to 4 years
Individuals who are at ease working on the latest Android architecture and development practices
Individuals who want to work for a product-based organization with a culture that encourages innovation
People from Tamil Nadu, particularly Chennai and the surrounding areas, who are searching for high-growth IT opportunities without having to shift to Tier-1 metros out of state
Zoho’s image for supporting local talent, providing long-term employment security, and cultivating a non-hierarchical, innovation-centric culture makes this a very uncommon opportunity in current competitive technology times.

Advantages of Working at Zoho
Zoho is more than a workplace—it’s a community-focused ecosystem that values employees’ well-being, upskilling, and work-life harmony. Some of the benefits include:

Flexible working spaces, such as work-from-home or hybrid arrangements
Industry-level competitive salaries
Autonomy to work across various product lines
High independence with emphasis on engineering innovation
Flat organization structure and open culture
Internal mobility for cross-functional skill development
How to Apply?
Interested and qualifying candidates can apply online directly via the Zoho Careers page. No deadline for applications has been set, though it is advisable to apply early since positions could be closed as soon as qualified candidates are chosen.

A Gateway for Tamil Nadu Aspiring Engineers
Zoho’s Chennai launch is particularly promising for local engineering graduates and early-stage developers from area colleges and universities. With a robust Tamil Nadu presence, Zoho has for many years argued that world-class software can be created from the cities and small towns, based on their thriving campuses in Tenkasi and Mathalamparai.

By providing high-end jobs such as Android Developer in local areas, Zoho is decentralizing the IT workforce while giving back to the local communities. This recruitment is not merely an employment opportunity—it’s part of a larger dream to construct India’s technology future from the ground up.