AppLovin
Technology
AndroidEngineer
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Android Engineer at AppLovin. Skills: Android development, Kotlin, Java, Mobile architecture. Design scalable architecture. Implement scalable architecture”
What You'll Achieve.
Shape mobile foundation; Empower users to create; Empower users to share; Drive retention; Drive engagement; Establish scalable architecture
Industry & Context.
Debugging
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
BS/MS degree in Computer Science, 3+ years native Android development, Proficiency in Kotlin and/or Java, Deep understanding Android SDK, Modern architecture patterns, Experience debugging large codebases, Experience maintaining large codebases, Knowledge of performance optimization, Knowledge of Android platform capabilities, Excellent communication skills, Cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to Have
Experience building consumer-facing mobile products, Experience with video editing features, Experience with media processing features, Experience with UGC-based platforms, Experience with creator tools, Experience with real-time messaging systems, Experience with WebSocket, Experience with RTC, Experience with push systems, Experience in large-scale internet companies, Experience in high-growth tech companies, Experience supporting experimentation, Experience with rapid iteration, Passion for building products in 0→1 environments
What You'll Do.
Design scalable architecture
Implement scalable architecture
Design core mobile features
Implement core mobile features
Collaborate with product teams
Collaborate with design teams
Deliver user experiences
Optimize application performance
Optimize application reliability
Optimize application scalability
Maintain clean architecture
Maintain scalable architecture
Maintain engineering standards
Ship high-quality code
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Product teams; Design teams; Cross-functional collaboration
Communication Scope
Cross-functional collaboration
Full Job Description
About AppLovin AppLovin makes technologies that help businesses of every size connect to their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end advertising and AI solutions for businesses to reach, monetize and grow their global audiences. For more information about AppLovin, visit: www.applovin.com. To deliver on this mission, our global team is composed of team members with life experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that mirror our developers and customers around the world. At AppLovin, we are intentional about the team and culture we are building, seeking candidates who are outstanding in their own right and also demonstrate their support of others. Fortune recognizes AppLovin as one of the Best Workplaces in the Bay Area, and the company has been a Certified Great Place to Work for the last four years (2021-2024). Check out the rest of our awards HERE. About AppLovin AppLovin builds technologies that help businesses of every size connect with their ideal customers. The company provides end-to-end software and AI solutions that enable businesses to reach, monetize, and grow their global audiences. We are building a new R&D center focused on incubating groundbreaking products and developing the company’s next growth engines. Backed by AppLovin’s world-class AI capabilities and global infrastructure, this team operates with startup speed and high ownership to build innovative products from the ground up. The Role We are looking for passionate Android Mobile Engineers to help build a next-generation social media platform. Our goal is to empower users and creators to share meaningful content, connect in real time, and build vibrant communities directly from their smartphones. You will play a critical role in shaping core user experiences, including content creation, video editing tools, interactive features, and real-time communication. This is a high-impact 0→1 opportunity within a fast-moving R&D environment. Responsibilities Design and implement scalable arch
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