Principal Android Engineer – Technical Leadership

Meta

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 219,000 - 301,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Meta is seeking a highly experienced Principal Android Engineer (Technical Leadership) to guide cross-functional teams in building scalable mobile and web experiences that connect billions of people. You will own long-term technical vision, drive complex projects, and shape roadmaps across platforms.

The role emphasizes mentoring executives, driving multi-year programs, and leveraging data to optimize performance and reduce technical debt.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 12+ years of programming experience in a relevant language OR 8+ years with a PhD.
  • Experience communicating and working across functions to drive solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the team's goals and technical direction to pursue opportunities that increase organizational efficiency.
  • Effectively communicate complex features and systems in detail.
  • Understand industry and company-wide trends to help assess and develop new technologies.
  • Partner and collaborate with organizational leaders to improve team performance.
  • Identify opportunities for the broader organization and influence staffing and prioritization.

Skills

Android development
Technical leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Mentoring stakeholders
Roadmap planning
Systems design
Performance optimization
AI tools integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent
PhD with 8+ years experience

Job description

Meta is seeking a highly experienced Principal Android Engineer (Technical Leadership) to guide cross-functional teams in building scalable mobile and web experiences that connect billions of people. You will own long-term technical vision, drive complex projects, and shape roadmaps across platforms.

The role emphasizes mentoring executives, driving multi-year programs, and leveraging data to optimize performance and reduce technical debt.

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