Software Engineer, Android

AECOM; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 234,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in technology is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Android to develop innovative applications and lead technical projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Java, the Android SDK, and experience with distributed systems. Join a diverse team and thrive while working remotely from anywhere in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Requires 60 months of experience in software engineering.
• Minimum of 48 months in Android development and distributed systems.
• Expertise in algorithms and design principles for scalable systems.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, and test Android operating systems-level software.
• Lead complex technical efforts and provide guidance to peers.
• Work closely with product and design teams for innovative application experiences.

Skills

Object-oriented software development

Building Android applications in Java

Building maintainable and testable code

Multithreading programming

Software development tools (VIM, GIT)

Linux, UNIX, or *nix-like OS

Building scalable performant solutions

Distributed systems design

Leading complex technical projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

Android SDK

Code editors (VIM, Emacs)

Revision control systems (Subversion, GIT, Perforce)

Job description

**Summary:**

Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), formerly known as Facebook Inc., builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps and services like Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. To apply, click “Apply to Job” online on this web page.

**Required Skills:**

Software Engineer (Android) Responsibilities:

1. Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for user interfaces, infrastructure, and/or tools supporting applications on Android using the Android SDK.

2. Lead complex technical or product efforts to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.

3. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers.

4. Work closely with product and design teams to build new and innovative application experiences for Android.

5. Work on problems of diverse scope and implement custom native user interfaces using the latest Android programming techniques.

6. Receiving little instruction on day-to-day work, build reusable Android software components for interfacing with back-end platforms.

7. Analyze and optimize UI and infrastructure application code for quality, efficiency, and performance.

8. Telecommuting is permitted from anywhere in the U.S.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

Minimum Qualifications:

9. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field and 60 months of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.

10. Required 48 months of experience in the following:

11. 1.Object-oriented software development

12. 2.Building Android applications in Java using Android SDK

13. 3.Building maintainable and testable codes bases including API design and unit testing techniques

14. 4.Multithreading programming and mobile memory management

15. 5.Software development tools: Code editors (VIM or Emacs), and revision control systems (Subversion, GIT, or Perforce)

16. 6.Linux, UNIX, or other *nix-like OS including file manipulation and simple commands

17. 7.Building highly-scalable performant solutions

18. 8.Distributed systems including sharding, consistency, and availability

19. 9.Leading complex technical projects

20. 10.Designing scalable distributed systems with established partition tolerance, consistency, and availability guarantees and

21. 11.Applying algorithms and core computer science concepts to real world systems as evidenced by recognizing and matching pat-terns from different areas of computer science in production systems.

**Public Compensation:**

$234,855/year to $240,240/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

**Equal Opportunity:**

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

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