Android Engineer

We’re looking for a Senior Android Engineer to join a SaaS Startup based in Chicago. This organization is a fast-growing consumer technology startup building a digital wellness platform that combines mobile software with a connected hardware device. Engineers work primarily in Kotlin, leveraging modern Android frameworks, system APIs, and performance-sensitive mobile architecture. What makes this role stand out is the depth of ownership and technical challenge. This engineer will play a key role in shaping how millions of users interact with their devices in healthier, more intentional ways. The team is looking for someone who enjoys solving complex Android problems, working close to the OS, and collaborating cross-functionally with product, backend, and hardware partners. It’s an environment built for growth, learning, and meaningful impact, with flexibility and trust baked into the culture. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of professional Android development experience Advanced Kotlin experience in production Android apps Strong understanding of Android app architecture and lifecycle Experience working with coroutines, flows, and dependency injection Ability to build reliable, testable, and maintainable mobile systems Desired Skills & Experience Jetpack Compose and traditional Android View system experience Knowledge of Android OS internals, background execution, and permissions Experience with Accessibility Services, Device Policy, or system-level APIs Bluetooth, BLE, or hardware integration experience Performance profiling, debugging, and ANR analysis experience What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 70% Android application and system-level feature development 20% Architecture, performance optimization, and platform improvements 10% Collaboration with backend and hardware teams Daily Responsibilities 80% Hands-on coding and technical execution 10% Technical leadership, mentoring, and code reviews 10% Cross-team collaboration with product and design The Offer Equity eligible You Will Receive The Following Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Vacation Time Stock Options Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr