Android Engineer Apprentice

Fetchrewards; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity offerings

401k match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Education reimbursement

Employee Resource Groups

Paid Time Off

Robust leave policies

Flexible work environment

Job summary

A leading rewards app company is looking for an Android Software Engineer Apprentice. You will develop a mobile application, work in a collaborative team, and focus on user-centric design. Ideal candidates should have strong critical thinking and leadership skills. The role is ideal for self-driven individuals who can thrive in a complex environment, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Desire to lead by example.
• Experience in architecture design for apps.
• Familiarity with profiling and debugging.
• Ability to manage a large codebase.
• Champion quality and performance.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to communicate succinctly to cross-functional areas.
• Self-driven, able to work with limited input.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a world-class mobile application.
• Collaborate with a multi-functional team.
• Design and develop user-centric solutions.

Skills

Leadership and mentorship

App architecture and component design

App profiling and debugging

Quality and performance advocacy

Critical thinking

Ambiguity management

Effective communication

Self-driven mindset

Technology-agnostic software principles

Job description

What we’re building and why we’re building it.

Every month, millions of people use America’s Rewards App, earning rewards for buying brands they love – and a whole lot more. Whether shopping in the grocery aisle, grabbing a bite at the drive-through or playing a favorite mobile game, Fetch empowers consumers to live rewarded throughout their day. To date, we’ve delivered more than $1 billion in rewards and earned more than 5 million five-star reviews from happy users.

It’s not just our users who believe in Fetch: with investments from SoftBank, Univision, and Hamilton Lane, and partnerships ranging from challenger brands to Fortune 500 companies, Fetch is reshaping how brands and consumers connect in the marketplace. When you work at Fetch, you play a vital role in a platform that drives brand loyalty and creates lifelong consumers with the power of Fetch points. User and partner success are at the heart of everything we do, and we extend that same commitment to our employees.

At Fetch, we value curiosity, adaptability, and the confidence to explore new tools — especially AI — to drive smarter, faster work. You don’t need to be an expert, but you should be ready to learn quickly and think critically. We welcome learners who move fast, challenge the status quo, and shape what’s next — with us. Ranked as one of America’s Best Startup Employers by Forbes for two years in a row, Fetch fosters a people-first culture rooted in trust, accountability, and innovation. We encourage our employees to challenge ideas, think bigger, and always bring the fun to Fetch.

Fetch is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Meet Fetch Engineering:

At Fetch, our engineering philosophy emphasizes innovation, adaptability, and informed decision-making. Our engineers thrive in complex environments, making decisions based on critical thinking and data, even in uncertain situations. We value proactive problem-solving and focus on driving impactful results while maintaining high technical standards. You will work alongside talented engineers who are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and encouraging each other to excel. We understand that Fetch may not be the right fit for everyone, but if you're passionate about solving challenging problems and navigating intricate systems, Fetch could be a great place for you.

About the Role:

We are looking for an Android Software Engineer Apprentice. You will build and maintain a world class mobile application that works directly with our backend services and external partners. You’ll be working on a small, multi-functional team that may include other engineers, a designer, product manager, data scientist and other roles. Success in this role requires the ability to take on challenging problems and design & develop amazing solutions with a user-centric focus.

In your Toolbox (Minimum Requirements):

• A desire to lead by example and mentor other Android engineers
• Experience in constructing architecture and common components to enhance scalability, consistency, and maintainability throughout the product development cycle
• Familiarity with app profiling and debugging both logic and performance issues
• Ability to focus and lead the team on updating a large codebase with the architecture and components you’ve helped enhance
• Being a champion for quality, performance and reliability through leading by example and outside of your lane through design and code reviews
• Strong critical thinking skills, and a keen attention to detail
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity, setting milestones and deliverables for the team in a cross-functional setting
• Ability to communicate succinctly to cross-functional areas (product, design, GTM, sales, support) to align technical solutions with business objectives.
• Self-driven mindset, with the ability to work on green field projects with limited input
• Ability to adopt technology-agnostic software principles to Android application development

Bonus Points:

• Generalist engineer experience (including but not limited to: building web services, working with various data stores, web applications, and iOS applications)
• Track record of pursuing self-directed side projects or open-source projects

Program Eligibility:

• Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) from either one of Fetch’s offices or remotely, in the United States, for a fixed term of 12-16 weeks.
• While a degree is not required for this position, the apprenticeship program is not intended for students who are actively enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program.
• In order to be eligible for this program, full-time students must be within a month of their anticipated graduation date.
• Due to the short-term nature of this role, we are not able to transfer existing H1Bs or support new applications for the FY 2026 lottery.
• Please note: This position is eligible for select benefits, but does not qualify for the full suite of company-provided benefits.

At Fetch, we'll give you the tools to feel healthy, happy and secure through:

• Equity: We offer employees equity in Fetch, so that everyone can benefit from Fetch’s growth.
• 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.
• Benefits for humans and pets: We offer comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for everyone including your pets.
• Continuing Education: Fetch provides ten thousand per year in education reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups: Take part in employee-led groups that are centered around fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace through events, dialogue and advocacy. The ERGs participate in our Inclusion Council with members of executive leadership.
• Paid Time Off: On top of our flexible PTO, Fetch observes 9 paid holidays, including Juneteenth and Indigenous People’s Day, as well as our year-end week-long break.
• Robust Leave Policies: 20 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, 14 weeks for secondary caregivers, and a flexible return to work schedule.
• Calvin Care Cash: Employees who are welcoming new family members will also receive a one time $2,000 incentive to assist employees with covering the cost of childcare, clothing, diapers and much more!
• Flexible Work Environment: Collaborate with your team in one of our stunning offices in Madison, Birmingham, or Chicago. Or you can work fully remotely from anywhere in the US. We’ll ensure you are equally equipped with the hardware and software you need to get your job done in the comfort of your home.

Fetch is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our commitment to inclusivity ensures that everyone is treated with dignity and has the opportunity to succeed based on their talent, skills, and potential.

Fetch also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. If you need assistance with the application process or require an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

Learn more: Fetch Recruitment Scam Warning.