Senior Software Engineer, Messages, Spam and Abuse, Android

Google is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Messages team, focusing on spam and abuse prevention for Android. This role is crucial in protecting billions of Android users worldwide from spam across SMS, MMS, and RCS communications. The position combines Android development expertise with security and anti-abuse systems, working on Google Messages, which is Android's primary communication platform.

The role requires strong technical expertise in Android development, with particular emphasis on Kotlin/Java programming. You'll be part of Google's larger mission to bring computing to everyone in the world, working on a platform that powers more than 3 billion devices worldwide. The position offers opportunities to work on large-scale systems while directly impacting user safety and experience.

As a senior engineer, you'll be expected to not only write and test code but also provide technical leadership through code reviews, design discussions, and documentation. The role combines hands-on development with strategic thinking about security and user protection. You'll work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement anti-spam solutions while maintaining the high performance and reliability standards expected of Google's products.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in Android development, a strong foundation in software engineering principles, and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful problems at scale, protecting millions of users while contributing to one of the world's most widely-used mobile operating systems. The role provides growth opportunities and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment.