FLEX Android Senior Software Engineer

Job DescriptionThis is a temporary position. The assignment duration is through 10/21/2027.Job SummaryAre you ready to make a real impact with your code? As a key technical contributor on our Android Platform Team, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing the Marriott Bonvoy app, driving innovation and excellence across our feature teams.You'll collaborate with top-tier talent—including Principal Engineers, Engineering Directors, Solution Architects, Product Leads, UX Designers, QA Engineers and more—to deliver high-impact solutions that matter. Your work will directly support our strategic goals, blending hands-on development with technical advisory responsibilities.In this role, you'll collaborate with Product Owners and serve as a part of technical workgroups, acting as a go-to expert for complex, non-routine challenges. You'll dive into research, design, and implementation of cutting-edge capabilities that meet both current and future developer and user needs.Define and build the next evolution of mobile solutions that elevate the Marriott experience. You'll oversee various mini-projects, ensuring they're delivered on time and within scope—while leveraging the latest technologies in innovative and meaningful ways.If you're passionate about crafting elegant code, solving real-world problems, and working in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we'd love to meet you.Candidate ProfileEducation and ExperienceRequiredBachelor's degree or equivalent experience/certification7+ years' experience in software development with expert level expertise in multiple programming languages and methodologies3+ years hands-on experience with Android native application development languages, frameworks and tools (e.g., Kotlin, Java)Demonstrated expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications using Kotlin and Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) to deliver cross-platform solutions efficientlyTechnology leadership experience in a feature teamStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas in easy-to-understand business termsPreferredExperience developing apps for large, critical user basesExperience contributing to the development and maintenance of SDKs and libraries, focusing on usability and reliability for client applicationsProficient understanding of Android Architecture components (Jetpack Compose, Data Binding, etc.)Strong architectural mindset and experience working with MVVM/MVI design patternsExpertise in multithreading techniques and hands on experience with Coroutines or RxJava.Solid understanding of caching mechanisms, data management and storage solutions (Room, SQLite, etc.)Excellent knowledge of working with dynamic data using services (e.g., JSON, REST APIs, GQL, etc.)Experience with unit testing and Android testing frameworks such as EspressoExperience with Data Modeling, Networking, and Push Notification frameworksExperience with Android Wear technologiesExperience in Agile software methodologies such as Scrum or SAFeExperience with DevOps tools such as Git, JIRA, Jenkins, DynatraceActive contributions to OSS projectsRelevant technology certificationsExperience with 3rd Party SDK integrations such as Google Maps and other open source librariesExperience packaging and publishing applications on Google PlayExperience with Android analytics, crash reporting, testing and other peripheral frameworksUnderstanding of latest trends in mobile and web technologiesDemonstrated understanding of mobile industry trends, development products and environments as well as best practices for mobile application design and developmentDemonstrated ability to anticipate future software engineering opportunitiesAbility to accomplish results through others, particularly by establishing relationships, effective controls and leading in a managed service environmentCore Work ActivitiesTechnical LeadershipTrains and/or mentors other team members, and peers as appropriateIdentifies opportunities to enhance the service delivery processes.Delivering TechnologyPerforms more complex quantitative and qualitative analyses for service delivery processes and projects.Facilitates achievement of expected deliverables and obligations of Services ProvidersValidates completeness of requirements prior to Service Provider solutioningEnsures all projects follow the defined development and business case processesEnsures proper coordination with appropriate IT and vendor relations teamsProvides consultation for routine and complex systems developmentEnsures early warning to the business stakeholder executives regarding degraded or missed service levelsCoordinates with Operations and Infrastructure teams for deployment and production support activitiesIT GovernanceFollows all defined IT standards and processes (i.e., IT Governance, SM&G, Architecture, etc.), and provides input for improvements to the appropriate process owners as neededMaintains a proper balance between business and operational riskFollows the defined project management standards and processesService Provider ManagementValidates that Service Providers develop and manage respective aspects of a project plan, including schedules, deliverables, and appropriate metrics.Makes short term plans for the team to effectively utilize resourcesMonitors Service Provider outcomesReviews estimates of work effort for client project provided by Service Providers for accuracyFacilitates timely resolution of service delivery problems and minimizes the impact to clientsAt Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.