Staff Software Engineer-Android
$165,000–$200,000 year
On-siteFremont, California, United States
Fremont, California, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$165,000–$200,000 yearSenior LevelAutomotiveMedium
Full TimeSenior LevelMediumAutomotive
Job Summary
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Scout's Android applications for vehicle connectivity, mapping, EV charging, and purchasing journeys. Drive technical architecture and implementation of the mobile platform to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance across the ecosystem. Partner with engineering leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to define strategy, establish best practices, and mentor senior and junior engineers. Manage large-scale initiatives from concept through delivery while advocating for emerging technologies and industry trends.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering shipping customer facing applications on Android
- Proficiency in Android application development using languages like Kotlin or Java
- Solid understanding of mobile platform architecture, UI/UX design principles and frameworks, GraphQL, mobile security and performance optimization techniques
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines and mobile release process
- Experience as a technical lead for large projects (6+ months in length), including defining the roadmap for complex projects spanning multiple teams and functions
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience operating in start-up settings, launching 0 to 1 product, and driving graduation to highly customized applications
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Passion for mobile technology and a commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
- Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
- Residing in Fremont, California
- Ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person
- Travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time
- Must be available for occasional attendance in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events
Desired Qualifications
- Experience building systems in the automotive industry
- Experience with mobile app testing, experimentation frameworks and automation frameworks
- Experience with cloud technologies and services, such as AWS or Azure
- Experience with mobile apps that connect to an IOT device
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