Senior Software Engineer, Android

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong data-redactor-tag="strong">About NewsBreak</strong></p> <p>Founded in 2015, NewsBreak is the Content Intelligence platform shaping the future content economy. With over 40 million monthly active users, our flagship platform delivers highly personalized local news and information powered by advanced AI, recommendation systems, and adtech.</p> <p>Recognized by&nbsp;<em data-stringify-type="italic">Fast Company</em> as #32 on the Top Workplaces for Innovators, we're proud to be Great Place to Work® certified and home to a dynamic team of technologists, product innovators, and business leaders who are passionate about solving meaningful challenges at scale.</p> <p>Together, we reached unicorn status in 2021, and we remain committed to continuing this high-growth trajectory with the right team to fulfill our mission: building the infrastructure layer for content intelligence.</p> <p>If you’re inspired to dream big, innovate fast, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! For more information, visit&nbsp;<a class="c-link" href="http://www.newsbreak.com/about" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="http://www.newsbreak.com/about" data-sk="tooltip_parent">www.newsbreak.com/about</a></p></div><p>Location: Mountain View, California, United States</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>As a core member of the App Matrix strategic team, you will lead the 0-to-1 development of next-generation mobile products. You will not only ensure the extreme performance and scalability of NewsBreak’s flagship app but also architect new product lines from scratch. We are looking for a builder who is obsessed with performance and can translate technical excellence into significant business impact.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Architectural Leadership:</strong> Independently lead App-level architectural design and build scalable, maintainable Android systems from 0 to 1.</li> <li><strong>UI/UX Excellence:</strong> Master Android internals to optimize UI development and solve complex rendering and interaction challenges.</li> <li><strong>Technical Breakthroughs:</strong> Utilize advanced debugging tools and methodologies to solve complex production issues and conduct technical research on stubborn bugs.</li> <li><strong>Execution &amp; Drive: </strong>Drive project and technical evolution with high proactivity; collaborate across functions to ensure high-quality delivery of business objectives.</li> </ul> <h4>Requirements</h4> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree or above; 3+ years of professional Android development experience.</li> <li>Expert-level knowledge of Android OS characteristics and internals; proficient in UI development and underlying principles of UI components.</li> <li>Extensive experience in Android client development and app-level architecture design.</li> <li>Proficient in Android debugging tools and methodologies; strong analytical skills for tackling complex technical problems.</li> <li>High work passion and self-motivation; strong project drive and execution; excellent team player.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>Benefits</strong></h4> <p>We offer competitive benefits package:</p> <ul> <li>Health, dental, and vision care for you and your family (0 cost for individual)</li> <li>Top-tier 401(K) plan with company matching</li> <li>Paid time off and paid holidays</li> <li>Paid parental leave</li> <li>FSA and commuter benefits programs</li> <li>Team activity budget</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description">The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below. Pay may vary based on a number of factors including job-related skills, level, experience, geographic location and relevant education or training. At NewsBreak, we design our overall rewards package to attract top talents. Depending on the position, the role may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and options. Your recruiter can share more details during the hiring process.</div><div class="title">Annual Base Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$135,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$250,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/15apsJLgHq1p5NJR3fzFmdctKX4QIzzf2/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=110601223912453011659&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true" target="_blank">CPRA Privacy Notice for California Candidates</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>