Senior, Software Engineer (Android)

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot business and production issues for mobile devices by reviewing and analyzing information; engaging support teams to assist in resolution; performing root cause analysis to prevent future issues.
• Develop innovative mobile technology solutions and strategies to support business objectives by collaborating with cross-functional partners, analyzing industry best practices, forecasting future technologies, and driving high-priority initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine project requirements; translate requirements into mobile solutions for multiple operating systems; develop code, conduct testing, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Remove barriers impacting performance by providing resources, developing contingency plans, and supporting continuous learning.
• Promote and support company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by training and providing guidance to others; ensure compliance.
• Evaluate ongoing effectiveness of current plans and initiatives; consult with stakeholders; solicit and apply suggestions for improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject.
• 6+ years of professional experience in full stack software development, including native mobile, web front end, back end, and hands-on coding experience.
• Experience with a consumer facing app and ecommerce or retail shopping.
• Hands-on experience building scalable backend systems and platforms.
• Designing and developing advanced applications for the Android platform.
• Proven software development experience and Android skills development.
• Experience translating wireframes into pixel-perfect views and knowledge of animation and screen transitions.
• Have published at least one original Android app.
• Experience with Android SDK, Services, background processing, REST, JSON, Google Cloud Messaging, and HTTP protocol.
• Experience with Google Play APIs: Maps, Location, Cloud Messaging, and third-party libraries.
• Knowledge of memory analysis tools (DDMS, MAT), mobile architectures, and emerging technologies.
• Proficiency with Kotlin, Coroutines, MVVM, View Models, Repository Pattern, GraphQL, and orchestration layers.
• Soft skills including teamwork, critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, communication, and curiosity.

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area with 1 year's experience.
• Experience creating inclusive digital experiences and implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards.
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and assistive technologies.

Qualifications

• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years' experience.
• Option 2: 5 years' experience in software engineering or related area.

Benefits & Perks

• Incentive awards for performance.
• 401(k) match, stock purchase plan.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Paid time off including PTO, sick leave, holidays.
• Multiple health plans.
• Health benefits including medical, vision, dental.
• Walmart-paid education benefit program (Live Better U).
• Other perks such as disability insurance, company discounts, military leave pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.