Head of Android Developer Experience

RXinsider LTD.; Holtsville, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 139,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Total Rewards program

Incentive opportunities

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking an Android Developer Experience Lead to establish and scale the DevEx function for Zebra’s Android platform across multiple business units. You will accelerate developer tooling, support, and AI-enabled innovation to create a durable competitive advantage.

The role is hybrid, with in-person collaboration required at select Zebra offices in the US. You will mentor teams, drive API and SDK strategy, and champion the developer experience to partners and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical engineering or in a related field is required
• 10+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 7+ years of experience with an Advanced Degree
• Experience in software engineering, with deep expertise in the Android platform, its application development lifecycle, and developer tools (Android Studio, Gradle, etc.).
• Strong programing skills in Java and Kotlin
• Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining public-facing APIs and SDKs.

Responsibilities

• Chair and lead the Android Developer Experience Council, setting the technical agenda and driving cross-functional decisions.
• Author and enforce API Guidelines, establishing standards for API design, documentation, and versioning.
• Champion the 'API as a Product' mindset and ensure developer-facing interfaces meet product standards.
• Evangelize DevEx initiatives and best practices across internal teams and external partners.
• Represent Zebra at industry conferences and community events to build credibility and visibility.
• Develop and oversee technical training programs to accelerate onboarding and platform mastery.
• Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for the Android developer experience.
• Voice of the Developer inside Zebra to drive platform improvements and reduce learning curves.
• Block API or SDK releases that do not meet guidelines.

Skills

Android platform

Java

Kotlin

APIs & SDKs

API design

Leadership

DevEx

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Android Studio

Gradle

Job description

Zebra Technologies is seeking an Android Developer Experience Lead to establish and scale the DevEx function for Zebra’s Android platform across multiple business units. You will accelerate developer tooling, support, and AI-enabled innovation to create a durable competitive advantage.

The role is hybrid, with in-person collaboration required at select Zebra offices in the US. You will mentor teams, drive API and SDK strategy, and champion the developer experience to partners and internal teams.