Staff Engineer - Mobile/Kotlin

Fanatics; United States; Remote; USD 144.000 - 235.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Fanatics is seeking an Android Staff Engineer to lead the mobile team on the Fanatics app, delivering scalable, high-quality Android experiences. You will own architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate closely with product and design to align with business goals.

You will drive end-to-end development, champion best practices, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence. Occasional travel to offices and events may be required.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience building highly scalable Android applications with MVI Architecture.
• Expert-level proficiency in Kotlin and mentoring others in its effective use.
• Android domain expertise with knowledge of best practices and end-user considerations.
• Experience with Jetpack Compose and DI/ServiceLocator patterns.
• Strong communication and collaboration across diverse audiences and teams.
• Proven Agile/SCRUM delivery and drive for process improvements.

Aufgaben

• Drive development, testing, documentation, and deployment of scalable software into production.
• Shape team strategy by understanding product roadmap and industry context.
• Lead end-to-end technical execution of complex features from ideation to deployment.
• Define and enforce engineering principles, guidelines, and best practices.
• Partner with product, design, and stakeholders to align decisions with business goals.
• Lead incident resolution and on-call rotations to ensure reliability.
• Mentor engineers and promote continuous learning across the team.
• Occasional travel to company offices or events as needed.

Kenntnisse

Android development (MVI)

Kotlin

Jetpack Compose

Software architecture

Agile / SCRUM

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Tools

Kotlin Multiplatform

Compose Multiplatform

Material Design

Client API Design

GoLang

Swift

Java

Jobbeschreibung

About Usthe company is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across the company Commerce, the company Collectibles, and the company Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the the company platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. the company has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

Overview

As an Android Staff Engineer at the company, you are a recognized technical leader. You operate both strategically and hands-on while leading ambitious projects, and your solutions set the standard for the team. Your bold decisions balance immediate business needs with long-term technical excellence. Through your leadership, you cultivate a culture of excellence and innovation that leaves a lasting impact on both your immediate team and the broader mobile team.

We own the the company App, the mobile app at the company that encompasses elements from all of our different brands and businesses. The the company App brings together Free to Play games, live events, ecommerce, and new product experiences to deliver a best-in-class Sports platform. Fundamentally, we are one team in everything we do, from the user experience to coding and architecture. We aim to deliver on our Customer Promise by delighting our millions of monthly active users.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development, testing, documentation, and deployment of high-quality, scalable software into production
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the industry, product, and roadmap, leveraging this knowledge to shape team strategy and influence the direction of the organization
• Lead the end-to-end technical execution of complex features and systems, from ideation and architecture to deployment and refinement
• Define and enforce engineering principles, guidelines, and best practices
• Partner closely with product, design, and other stakeholders to make high-impact technical decisions that align with both business goals and long-term scalability
• Lead incident resolution as part of the on-call rotation, ensuring swift diagnosis and remediation of critical software issues
• Proactively identify and remove roadblocks, occasionally collaborating cross-team collaboration to maintain momentum on complex projects
• Conduct and elevate code reviews, sharing expertise to enhance code quality
• Steer team planning and design discussions, introducing innovative approaches to solve technical challenges and optimize design patterns
• Champion improvements to software quality, testability, operational metrics, and team documentation, setting a higher standard for the organization
• Mentor and coach engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth across the team
• Be open to occasional travel to the company offices and other locations for conferences, events, meetings, and team-building activities

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience building highly scalable Android applications with MVI Architecture
• Expert-level proficiency in Kotlin, with the ability to drive best practices and mentor others in its effective use
• Android domain expertise, knowing the platform best practices, trends, and end user considerations
• Experience using Jetpack Compose and Direct Injection or ServiceLocator patterns
• Team-first mentality, with a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and a desire to strive for better
• Excels at communicating complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including engineers, executives, and non-technical stakeholders
• Expertise in Agile software delivery and SCRUM methodology, with a track record of driving process improvements across teams
• Thrives in a high-growth environment where priorities evolve regularly and decisions are made quickly
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally across diverse teams within large enterprise environments, driving alignment and shared success

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kotlin Multiplatform and Compose Multiplatform
• Experience with Material Design, ideally Material 3
• Client API Design and Client Backend experience
• Experience with GoLang, Swift, and Java

If you possess some of these qualifications but not all of them, we still encourage you to apply!

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Ranges will change based on country and state of residence, which are reflected in Geographical Zones defined by the company Betting and Gaming. The range incorporates all of our Geographical Compensation Zones and is subject to change as the Zone associated with the actual offer is confirmed. In addition to the base and bonus, full-time employment, and more. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

Salary Range

$144,000—$235,000 USD

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