Software Engineer, Android – Level 5

SNAP/SNAP

. Push the limits of mobile devices and create great user experiences .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $209,000 - $313,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Android Application Development, with a strong focus on Kotlin and Java, while leveraging AI tools for scalable service design and implementation. Upholds high standards for code quality, security, and performance in mobile product development.

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Android Application DevelopmentKotlin ExpertiseJava ProficiencyAI Tools UtilizationCode Quality Assurance

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentKotlinJavaRxJavaDaggerCode ReviewTechnical Tradeoff EvaluationUI Design CollaborationScalable Service DesignProduction-Ready Quality

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsHigh-Velocity Engineering Workflows

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Technical FieldPhD in Relevant Technical Field

Industry Keywords

Mobile DevelopmentUser ExperienceCode CorrectnessSecurity Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidDaggerJavaKotlinRxJava

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Push the limits of mobile devices and create great user experiences
Build smooth, stable, and fun products
Develop features from design through implementation and launch
Evaluate technical tradeoffs and work with design on UI and infrastructure practices
Perform code reviews to guarantee code quality
Use AI tools and high-velocity engineering workflows to design and ship scalable services
Uphold rigorous standards for code correctness, security, and production-ready quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as computer science or equivalent years of practical work experience
6+ years of post-Bachelor’s software development experience; or Master’s degree in a technical field plus 5+ years of post-graduate software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field plus 2 years of post-graduate software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field
Experience with Android application development
Kotlin and Android expertise preferred
Knowledge of Kotlin, Java, RxJava, Dagger, and related tools
Proficiency in, or a strong aptitude for, leveraging AI tools and auditing generated output for architectural integrity, performance, and security
Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools
Ability to work in an office 4+ days per week under Snap's “default together” policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid parental leave
Comprehensive medical coverage
Emotional and mental health support programs
Compensation packages that let employees share in Snap’s long-term success
Equity in the form of RSUs