Staff Android TV UI Engineer

The DISH Technology team in Englewood requires an engineering leader to build and maintain high-performance software applications on next-generation Android TV set-top boxes. This role addresses critical performance bottlenecks, memory profiling, and UI responsiveness on hardware-constrained STB chipsets to ensure a seamless media playback experience. Additionally, the position drives scalable, modular application architectures while establishing modern AI-driven development workflows across the engineering organizationWhat Success Looks Like (Objectives):Develop reactive, responsive TV user interfaces using Kotlin/Java, Jetpack Compose for TV, and Android StudioOptimize Leanback D-pad navigation, focus management, and rendering pipelines on hardware-constrained STB chipsetsImplement real-time logging, analytics data, and field observability tools across deployed customer STBsUtilize AI-assisted development tools to accelerate code refactoring, improve test coverage, and streamline code reviewsEstablish engineering standards for AI-driven development workflows, unit testing, and automated CI/CD release pipelinesProvide technical mentorship to senior and mid-level engineers while leading peer code reviews and architectural assessmentsCore Skills, Competencies, and Key Experiences (What you’ll bring)Deep expertise in Kotlin, Java, Jetpack Compose, state management, and custom TV UI focus mechanicsAdvanced capability in memory profiling, hardware resource optimization, and mitigating performance issues on STB chipsetsStrong skills in designing and shipping large-scale, complex Android system architectures from concept to deploymentAbility to establish CI/CD release pipelines and leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate refactoring and code coverageDemonstrated ability to act as an organizational technical anchor; setting engineering standards, executing architectural reviews, and establishing AI workflow adoptionAbility to communicate complex technical trade-offs clearly to both engineering and non-technical stakeholdersCandidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.Minimum Requirements:Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree or U.S. equivalent in Computer & Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum Experience: 8+ years of professional experience as a Software developer, Software Engineer, GUI developer, or similar jobsRequired Technical Skills: Must have at least 8+ years of experience with:Kotlin, Java, Jetpack Compose, GUI development, and Android StudioCustom TV UI focus mechanics, Leanback D-pad navigation, and Android TV developmentCI/CD pipelines, automated unit testing, and AI-assisted development toolsVisa sponsorship not available for this positionSalary RangeCompensation: $127,050.00/Year - $181,500.00/Year About Our DepartmentOur DISH Technology team challenges the status quo and reimagines capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.About Our CompanyEchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.BenefitsWe offer meaningful health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan. Review a benefits summary here:EchoStar Benefits The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies. Compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change.Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.This job posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. If you have questions regarding your application or the recruitment process please email View email address on click.appcast.io the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)