Senior Android Engineer

Cognizant; Remote; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is looking for a Senior Android Engineer to lead the design and development of significant mobile applications. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in native Android development, strong leadership, and communication skills. You will collaborate with teams on software requirements, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality code standards. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with a flexible remote work model within the U.S.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with contributions

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in native iOS and/or Android development.
• Proficiency in native iOS and/or Android programming languages (Objective-C, Swift, Java, Kotlin).
• Deep understanding of mobile architecture and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of significant mobile application features or projects.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and prioritize software requirements.

Skills

Native iOS and/or Android development

Mobile architecture and design principles

Problem-solving and debugging skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication skills

Job description

Senior Android Engineer

We are seeking an Senio Android Eng who will Lead the design and development of significant mobile application features or projects

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of significant mobile application features or projects.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine and prioritize software requirements.
• Participate in code reviews across teams to maintain high-quality code standards.
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues and bottlenecks.
• Contribute to the improvement, scalability, and performance of development processes and software architecture.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to debug and improve products.
• Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, code comments, clear and efficient code.
• Continuously learn and adapt to modern technologies and development practices.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in native iOS and/or Android development.
• 1+ native iOS and/or Android published applications
• Proficiency in native iOS and/or Android programming languages (Objective-C, Swift, Java, Kotlin).
• Deep understanding of mobile architecture and design principles.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.
• Experienced in working in a full stack environment.
• Excellent communication and technical influencing skills.

Work Model: Remote within the U.S.

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Salary Range: $100,000 – $117,000 annually

Compensation & Benefits:

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with contributions
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.