Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
Google Fi Wireless continues to evolve, yet our startup-within-a-giant spirit remains. As an Android Application Engineer, you will be passionate about scaling our subscriber base and architecting core features. This role leverages deep Android and telephony expertise to enhance functionality for millions of users while providing the technical leadership necessary to mentor junior engineers and instill a culture of excellence. We foster an environment of constant innovation, where your outlook will directly shape the future of mobile technology.
Google Fi Wireless leverages the best of Google to deliver simple and secure mobile connectivity. Our team is responsible for the entire subscriber journey, from plan selection and device activation to providing award-winning coverage around the world. Our team's deep expertise spans cellular network operations, iOS and Android app development, and subscription business operations.
The Fi team applies Google's AI to solve complex, real-world problems - from AI-enhanced call audio to AI billing summaries to AI-powered cohort analysis - that helps Google Fi customers stay reliably connected to what’s most important to them.
The Fi team is committed to providing team members with the opportunity to build their applied AI skillset, so that all Fi subscribers can benefit from the best of Google's AI models.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $207000 - $301000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
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Responsibilities
- Lead and grow junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaborative problem-solving.
- Leverage deep expertise in the Android framework and telephony stack to solve complex, low-level integration challenges that define our network’s performance.
- Optimize our release management lifecycles to ensure that user-facing features reach millions of devices with uncompromising stability and velocity.
- Collaborate with the team to identify and address technical debt, improve the app's performance, and ensure its stability and reliability.
- Work closely with Product Managers, UX/UI designers, and backend engineers to translate product requirements and designs into a seamless user experience.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in software development.
- 5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
- Experience with mobile app development.
- Experience with Android.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- 8 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
- 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
- Experience with integration testing.