Lead Software Development Engineer, Android Apps Team

Leading producer and provider of audio storytelling, offering immersive experiences to millions of global listeners.
Newark, NJ, USABoston, MA, USA
Android
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Consumer · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Lead Software Development Engineer, Android Apps Team

At Audible, we're revolutionizing the way stories are told through audio storytelling. As a Lead Software Development Engineer on our Android Apps team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping how millions of listeners experience our platform. You'll be responsible for defining, designing, and refining the technology that keeps us ahead of the curve in the audio entertainment space.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, where you'll guide a talented team in building and maintaining our Android platform. You'll be working with cutting-edge mobile development techniques and driving a strong engineering culture that delivers unmatched customer experiences through our Audible Android application.

We're looking for someone who thrives on challenges and demonstrates initiative in problem-solving. You'll have the opportunity to mentor other developers, lead complex technical initiatives, and contribute to the technical strategy that shapes our Android platform's future. The position offers exposure to various technologies including RESTful services, AWS technologies, and modern development practices.

Working at Audible means joining a company with a mission to transform lives through the power of storytelling. We're a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit, focused on making a positive impact on our customers and communities. You'll be part of a culture that values creativity, inclusion, and innovation, supported by our People Principles.

The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and leadership skills, capable of driving high-quality standards across documentation, testing, and deployment. You'll work in a fast-paced, technology-first environment where your contributions will directly impact millions of users' daily audio experiences. This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of audio technology innovation while leading and developing a team of talented engineers.

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Responsibilities For Lead Software Development Engineer, Android Apps Team

  • Independently lead complex technical initiatives within your team
  • Mentor and lead developers by cultivating curiosity and deep technical understanding
  • Explore technical needs and bring solutions to the table
  • Work with other lead engineers to develop a unified technical strategy for Android

Requirements For Lead Software Development Engineer, Android Apps Team

Java
JavaScript
Node.js
React
  • 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
  • Experience in developing technical roadmaps and architecting Android applications
  • Experience in app development and integration with RESTful service architecture
  • Experience in building release strategies for seamless app development
  • Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team

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