Senior Staff Software Engineer - Mobile (Android)

3 Months ago • 12 Years + • Mobile Development • $220,000 PA - $250,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer (Android) on the Digital Products team, you will be crucial in developing and delivering Android applications, ensuring high standards of quality, performance, and user experience. You will work on vehicle connectivity, mapping services, route optimization, EV charging services, and vehicle purchasing flows. You will also lead the mobile engineering strategy for Android and mentor other engineers. Responsibilities include leading the design, development, and maintenance of Android applications, driving the technical architecture, and staying current with emerging technologies.
Must have:
  • 12+ years of software engineering experience with Android applications.
  • Proficiency in Android application development using Kotlin or Java.
  • Experience with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Strong track record of mentoring junior and mid-level engineers.
  • Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Good to have:
  • Experience building systems in the automotive industry.
  • Experience with mobile app testing, experimentation frameworks and automation frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud technologies and services, such as AWS or Azure.
Perks:
  • Competitive insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401(k) program with an employer match.
  • Generous Paid Time Off including 20 days PTO and 40 hours of unplanned PTO.
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

Job Details

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

Overview

As a Sr Staff Software Engineer (Android) on the Digital Products team you will play a critical role in driving the development and delivery of our Android applications, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and user experience. Some of the key products and features you will work on as an Android engineer include our vehicle connectivity, mapping services, route optimization, EV charging services, vehicle purchasing flows, and more.

Further, you will work with engineering leaders, senior engineers, and cross-functional partners to define the mobile engineering strategy for Android and lead the execution of multiple Android products. You will be responsible for the successful delivery of complex and large-scale technical efforts and for mentoring other engineers.

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

  • Lead the design, development, maintenance and mobile release of our Android applications.
  • Lead Scout’s mobile technology strategy
  • Drive the technical architecture and implementation of mobile platform and solutions from the ground up, ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and performant.
  • Grow the knowledge of the team, sharing through pair programming, code reviews, presentations, example code, and documentation.
  • Implement programming best practices, deployment processes and monitoring for mobile platforms.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in mobile development, advocating for the adoption of new tools and techniques as appropriate.

Location & Travel Expectations:

  • This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Fremont, California. 
  • The responsibilities of this role require 2 days per week attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
  • Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, shipping customer facing applications on Android.
  • Proficiency in Android application development using languages like Kotlin or Java.
  • Solid understanding of mobile platform architecture, UI/UX design principles and frameworks, GraphQL, mobile security and performance optimization techniques.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines and mobile release process.
  • Experience as a technical lead for large projects (6+ months in length), including defining the roadmap for complex projects spanning multiple teams and functions.
  • Strong track record of mentoring junior and mid-level engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices within the team.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience operating in start-up settings, launching 0 to 1 product, and driving graduation to highly customized applications.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Passion for mobile technology and a commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience building systems in the automotive industry.
  • Experience with mobile app testing, experimentation frameworks and automation frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud technologies and services, such as AWS or Azure.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground upThis is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundationIn addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

  • Competitive insurance including:
    • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
  • 401(k) program with:
    • An employer match and immediate vesting
  • Generous Paid Time Off including:
    • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
    • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
    • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
    • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $220,000.00 - $250,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC7.

Notice to applicants:

  • Residing in San FranciscoPursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
  • Residing in Los AngelesScout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
  • Residing in New York CityThis role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

 

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.

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