Lead Android Software Engineer

Description

Summary: We are seeking a Lead Android Software Engineer to guide the delivery and quality of modern native Android experiences in Kotlin, shaping scalable implementations and ensuring a reliable, performant codebase. Highlights: 1. Guide delivery and quality of modern native Android experiences in Kotlin 2. Shape scalable implementations and partner with cross-functional teams 3. Work with global teams on international projects for top brands We are building modern native Android experiences in Kotlin and need a **Lead Android Software Engineer** to guide delivery and quality across the app stack. You will shape scalable implementations, partner with product, UX/UI, and backend engineers, and keep the codebase reliable and performant across releases. Bring your leadership mindset and apply today **Responsibilities** * Build and maintain high\-performing native Android applications using Kotlin * Partner with UI/UX designers to deliver responsive, user\-friendly interfaces aligned with Material Design principles * Connect the app to backend microservices and RESTful/GraphQL APIs to deliver dynamic mobile features * Produce clean, maintainable, and testable code that supports long\-term scalability * Review code to uphold quality standards and promote knowledge sharing across the team * Create unit tests and UI tests to keep application behavior reliable * Analyze app performance and optimize speed, battery efficiency, and memory usage * Support the preparation and rollout of application updates to the Google Play Store **Requirements** * Hands\-on native Android app development experience of 5\+ years * Expert command of Kotlin with a deep understanding of the Android SDK * Solid background in modern Android architecture components and patterns, including MVVM, MVI, and Clean Architecture * Proven experience with Dependency Injection using Hilt/Dagger and Coroutines/Flow in production apps * Confidence using Android Studio, Gradle, and Git in daily development workflows * Practical experience with Jetpack Compose or XML\-based layouts for building UI * Working knowledge of JUnit and Espresso for unit and UI testing * Strong ability to thrive in an Agile/Scrum environment and collaborate using Jira and Confluence * English proficiency at B2 (Upper\-Intermediate) level or higher **We offer** * International projects with top brands * Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers * Healthcare benefits * Employee financial programs * Paid time off and sick leave * Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses * Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000\+ courses * Global career opportunities * Volunteer and community involvement opportunities * EPAM Employee Groups * Award\-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn *EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.*