Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile, Android

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information worldwide.
$237,000 - $337,000
Android
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer · Enterprise SaaS · Mobile

Description For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile, Android

Google is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join their Android team, which powers over 3 billion devices worldwide. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in Android application development and system design. The position offers an opportunity to work on Google's open-source mobile operating system, with a mission to bring computing to everyone globally.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, particularly in Android, along with strong leadership capabilities. You'll be responsible for providing technical direction on high-impact projects, coaching engineers, and ensuring alignment across teams. The role demands expertise in design, architecture, and the ability to deliver large-scale software solutions.

Working at Google means joining a company that values technical innovation and impact at scale. You'll be part of the team that shapes how billions of users interact with Android devices, from smartphones to tablets and wearables. The position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $237,000-$337,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical excellence with leadership skills, has a proven track record in Android development, and is passionate about making computing accessible to everyone. You'll work in a collaborative environment, leading projects that directly influence the future of mobile computing while having the opportunity to grow and evolve with Google's fast-paced business.

Last updated 9 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile, Android

  • Provide technical leadership on high-impact projects
  • Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers
  • Facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals, outcomes, and timelines
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance large scale software solutions

Requirements For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile, Android

Java
Kotlin
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in software development, and with data structures/algorithms
  • 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products
  • 7 years of experience with Android application development
  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (preferred)
  • 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams (preferred)
  • 3 years of experience working in complex, matrixed organization (preferred)

Benefits For Senior Staff Software Engineer, Mobile, Android

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Base salary
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package

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