Sr Software Engineer, Android

T-Mobile; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 114,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Employee stock grants

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental and family leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Mobile service discounts

Job summary

T-Mobile is seeking a Sr Android Software Engineer to contribute to the T-Life app, delivering scalable Android features for millions of users. You will design, develop, and deploy software using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modern Android practices.

Collaborating with cross‑functional teams, you will mentor engineers, apply current Android technologies, and ensure quality through testing, CI/CD, and security compliance while supporting a fast‑paced, customer‑obsessed environment in Overland

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience or advanced degree + 3 years experience.
• 4–7+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience building Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android SDK.

Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions and conduct testing to ensure quality deliverables, including scalable Android features using Kotlin and modern Android frameworks.
• Contribute to design improvements using Jetpack Compose and modular architecture approaches.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor engineers through knowledge sharing.
• Evaluate and apply current Android technologies aligned with business goals.
• Create documentation for code, system designs, and technical decisions.
• Contribute to medium-to-large initiatives and support scalable, maintainable mobile architecture.
• Integrate RESTful APIs and backend services, including support for AI-enabled features.
• Ensure quality through unit testing, UI automation, performance optimization, and CI/CD participation.
• Follow security and app store compliance standards.

Skills

Kotlin

Android

Jetpack Compose

MVVM

Clean Architecture

CI/CD

Gradle

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience

Advanced degree + 3 years experience

Tools

Kotlin

Jetpack Compose

MVVM

Clean Architecture

Espresso

JUnit

CI/CD

Gradle

Job description

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!

Job Overview

Are you ready to join the Un-carrier movement? We are seeking a highly skilled Sr Android Software Engineer to contribute to the T-Life app—T-Mobile’s flagship mobile experience. In this role, you will design, develop, and deliver scalable Android features that support high-quality user experiences for millions of customers. This role is essential for designing, implementing, and deploying scalable software solutions that meet customer requirements and support high availability environments. The role involves collaborating with engineers to develop software components using modern mobile technologies and architectural best practices. It requires independent judgment to resolve technical issues and contribute to software design decisions. Success is measured by delivering effective solutions that meet business and technical requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop software solutions and conduct testing to ensure quality deliverables, including scalable Android features using Kotlin and modern Android frameworks
• Contribute to design improvements using Jetpack Compose and modular architecture approaches
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor engineers through knowledge sharing
• Evaluate and apply current Android technologies aligned with business goals
• Create documentation for code, system designs, and technical decisions
• Contribute to medium-to-large initiatives and support scalable, maintainable mobile architecture
• Integrate RESTful APIs and backend services, including support for AI-enabled features
• Ensure quality through unit testing, UI automation, performance optimization, and CI/CD participation
• Follow security and app store compliance standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience OR Advanced degree + 3 years experience
• 4–7+ years of software engineering experience
• Experience building Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android SDK

Preferred

• Experience with Jetpack Compose, MVVM, or Clean Architecture
• Familiarity with AI-powered APIs or recommendation systems
• Experience with testing frameworks (Espresso, JUnit)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Gradle
• Experience building consumer-facing applications at scale

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Communication (Required)
• Customer Service (Required)
• Analytics (Required)
• Technical Writing (Required)

Eligibility

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel

Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes

DOT Regulated

DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No

Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No

Compensation Range

Overland Park: $123,800 to $167,400

Frisco: $131,300 to $177,700

Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $130,640 - $235,750

National Base Pay Range: $113,600 - $205,000

The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results.

The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, click here.

Benefits Overview

Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.

Benefits

• medical
• dental and vision insurance
• a flexible spending account
• 401(k)
• employee stock grants
• employee stock purchase plan
• paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually
• paid parental and family leave
• family building benefits
• back-up care
• enhanced family support
• childcare subsidy
• tuition assistance
• college coaching
• short- and long-term disability
• voluntary AD&D coverage
• voluntary accident coverage
• voluntary life insurance
• voluntary disability insurance
• voluntary long-term care insurance
• mobile service & home internet discounts
• pet insurance
• access to commuter and transit programs

T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated. Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-844-873-9500. Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.