Senior Android Engineer (EMEA)

Fingerprint; Greater London; On-site; USD 178,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Fingerprint is looking for a senior Android Developer to join a remote team. With 5+ years of hands-on experience, you'll design and implement key features for our products, focusing on fraud prevention. Strong expertise in Android development, security, and Kotlin is essential. You'll collaborate cross-functionally, maintain open-source projects, and work with internal tools. The compensation range is $178,000 to $205,000, based on experience and qualifications. We prioritize an inclusive work environment and encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Android development experience in a senior-level capacity.
• Strong foundation in Information Security.
• Demonstrated ability to build native Android applications and SDKs.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement detection signals for Fingerprint Android PRO SDK.
• Maintain open-source offerings and showcase apps.
• Build new features for Device Intelligence Demo App.

Skills

Android development

Information Security

Kotlin

Jetpack Compose

C++

Communication skills

Data analysis

Job description

Fingerprint empowers developers to stop online fraud at the source. We build developer-focused products for a range of clients and are a 100% remote, globally dispersed company.

What You’ll Do:

• Fingerprint Android PRO SDK – Design and implement detection signals; improve performance, stability, and reliability.
• Fingerprint Android OSS SDK & Showcase App – Maintain and advance our open‑source offerings.
• Fingerprint Device Intelligence Demo App – Build new features and implement UI screens from Figma designs using Jetpack Compose.
• Provide technical expertise and insights to product and analytics teams; e.g., assessing Android market data using internal tools and our data warehouse.
• Research and prototype new methodologies that enhance our fraud prevention capabilities, efficiency, and technical edge.
• Conduct post‑deployment analysis on collected data and collaborate on improving server‑side logic and detection systems.
• Work cross‑functionally with backend engineers, PMs, and security researchers to deliver impactful features end‑to‑end.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of hands‑on Android development experience in a senior‑level capacity.
• Strong foundation in Information Security, with prior experience as an Android engineer in a security‑focused organization or on a security‑centric product.
• Demonstrated ability to build native Android applications and SDKs from the ground up.
• Deep understanding of Android internals and system behavior.
• Proficiency in Kotlin and the Android SDK; hands‑on experience with Jetpack Compose for UI development.
• Experience with C++.
• Experience building tools for other developers is a strong plus.
• Data‑savvy mindset with a comfort level working with product and data teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; thrive in a remote‑first, async team environment.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with GitHub Actions.
• Familiarity with obfuscation techniques or related low‑level Android security concepts.
• Open‑source contributions—share your GitHub profile if applicable.
• Interest in expanding into backend development, such as writing backend detection logic.
• Engagement in the InfoSec community through conference speaking, writing, or active participation.

For US‑based employees, the cash compensation range for this role is $178,000 – $205,000. Offers vary depending on relevant experience, education, certifications, licenses, skills, training, and market conditions.

Fingerprint is a 100% remote company. We do not sponsor visas and require team members to be authorized to work in their home location. There are restrictions on a small number of countries due to regulatory and security reasons.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for everyone. We embrace and celebrate unique experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings. Fingerprint strives to foster an environment where employees feel respected, valued, and empowered. We highly encourage people from underrepresented groups in tech to apply.

EEO Statement: Fingerprint is an equal opportunity employer and employment will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, nationality, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.