Senior Software Engineer, Android
Quick answer
Wikimedia Foundation is hiring a remote Senior Software Engineer, Android to support the App Experience and App Growth teams, with a competitive salary range of US$56.07 to US$87.13 annually.
- Role
- Senior Software Engineer, Android
- Organization
- Wikimedia Foundation
- Location
- Remote, with some hours between 15:00 UTC and 21:00 UTC
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- US$56.07 to US$87.13 annually, with adjustments for location
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Wikimedia Foundation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Android to support the App Experience and App Growth teams within the Core Experiences engineering group. This role involves delivering and enabling medium complexity initiatives, implementing improvements to the mobile Wikipedia product experiences, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
What you'll do
- Delivery and enablement of medium complexity initiatives
- Improving the mobile Wikipedia product experiences on Android
- Leading system design for medium-sized projects
- Partners with product managers, designers, analysts, and native app engineers
- Proactively identifies high-impact technical opportunities and risks
- Complies with team standards in code review, technical design, testing, documentation, accessibility, observability, and decision-making
What it takes
- Bachelor's and 5-10+ years related professional experience with significant experience building Android applications
- Strong professional experience and proficiency with Kotlin, XML, Jetpack Compose, and familiarity with architectural patterns in Android
- Experience of Android performance optimisation techniques
- Experience working in a self-driven, lean environment
- Commitment to the Foundation's Mission and Values
- Experience with data science, machine learning, and/or AI
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive, equitable, and consistent with the organization's values and culture
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is fully remote, with some hours between 15:00 UTC and 21:00 UTC.
What is the compensation range?
The anticipated annual pay range is US$56.07 to US$87.13, with adjustments for location.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 5-10+ years of experience building Android applications, strong proficiency with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, and a commitment to the Foundation's Mission and Values.
How do I apply?
Reach out to your recruiter to understand the specific pay range for your location during the interview process.
Is the job remote?
Yes, the job is fully remote, with some hours between 15:00 UTC and 21:00 UTC.
How to apply
Apply directly on Wikimedia Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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