Software Engineer II - Android

Uber; Toronto; On-site; CAD 136,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is seeking a Software Engineer - Android to develop geospatial capabilities in mobile applications. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of Android development experience and strong collaboration skills. This position offers a competitive salary between CAD$136,000 and CAD$151,000 annually and various benefits.

Benefits

Bonus program

Equity awards

Various employee benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience building Android applications.
• Deep understanding of Android fundamentals, UI rendering, and performance optimization.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of use cases requiring sensor and location data.
• Collaborate closely with PMs, designers, backend engineers, and map data specialists.
• Drive the evolution of Uber’s Location and Sensor SDKs.

Skills

Android application development

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Technical mentorship

Performance optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Java

Kotlin

Job description

About the Role

As a Software Engineer - Android in the Maps organization, you will play a crucial role in developing Uber's geospatial capabilities powering critical flows across Uber including location search, turn by turn navigation, real-time location tracking, route and vehicle visualizations, ETAs etc.

The Maps organization is focused on providing the platforms, experiences, and ML algorithms which power hundreds of other backend services + mobile apps throughout Uber including Rider, Eater, Save and Driver apps. This work directly impacts the efficiency and reliability of Uber's core operations, including moving people, food, and groceries from point A to point B.

---- What the Candidate Will Do ----

1. Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of use cases requiring sensor and location data in Uber's Android apps.
2. Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners including PMs, designers, backend engineers, and map data specialists to deliver seamless and scalable experiences.
3. Drive the evolution of Uber’s Location and Sensor SDKs to support real-time, highly-performant geospatial use cases.
4. Mentor and guide a team of engineers, influencing engineering best practices and fostering technical growth.
5. Own and improve critical aspects of location processing, sensor processing, latency, and rendering accuracy.
6. Partner with platform teams to push the boundaries of what's possible on mobile devices.
7. Contribute to long-term vision and technical strategy for Uber’s Maps platform.

---- Basic Qualifications ----

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience. (Masters Preferred)
2. 3+ years of experience building Android applications in Java and/or Kotlin.
3. Deep understanding of Android fundamentals, UI rendering, and performance optimization.
4. Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical initiatives across teams.
5. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

---- Preferred Qualifications ----

1. Experience working on maps, navigation, or location-based services.
2. Familiarity with GIS concepts and spatial data structures.
3. Previous experience contributing to Android SDKs or platform-level libraries.
4. Track record of mentorship and technical leadership within engineering teams.

For Canada-based roles: The base salary range for this role is CAD$136,000 per year - CAD$151,000 per year.

You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.

We welcome people from all backgrounds who seek the opportunity to help build a future where everyone and everything can move independently. If you have the curiosity, passion, and collaborative spirit, work with us, and let’s move the world forward, together.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber’s cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

*Accommodations may be available based on religious and/or medical conditions, or as required by applicable law. To request an accommodation, please reach out to [e-mail].