Android Engineer Intern

Branch International

Android Engineer Intern improving Branch’s AI-powered lending app for customers across India and Africa. Building Kotlin features, Compose UIs, API integrations, and reliable mobile experiences.

Posted 8/5/2026internshipRemote • 🇮🇳 IndiaEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in building and improving native Android applications with a strong focus on user experience, performance, and stability. Demonstrates expertise in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modern Android development practices, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Android Application DevelopmentKotlin ProgrammingJetpack Compose UI DevelopmentREST API IntegrationAutomated Testing

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Hard Skills

Android DevelopmentKotlinJetpack ComposeREST APIsAutomated TestingCrash DebuggingUI State ManagementModern Android ArchitectureCode QualityPerformance Optimization

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCuriosityAttention to DetailOwnershipTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AI-Assisted Development ToolsThird-Party IntegrationsAnalytics PlatformsPayment SystemsAuthentication Systems

Industry Keywords

Mobile DevelopmentUser ExperienceSoftware Development LifecycleScalable SolutionsDistributed Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidDistributed SystemsKotlin

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and improve features for the Branch Android app used by customers
Create smooth, reliable, and user-friendly mobile experiences
Work with backend teams to integrate APIs and support new product features
Improve app performance, stability, and overall user experience
Fix issues, reduce app crashes, and make the app faster and more reliable
Work with Product Managers, Designers, and engineers to deliver features end to end
Support third-party integrations such as payments, authentication, analytics, and marketing
Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and team collaboration
Take ownership of features and projects from development through release
Contribute to code quality, testing, and maintainability of the Android codebase
Suggest improvements and contribute to technical and architectural discussions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Some experience building native Android applications beyond toy projects
Applications with real users or an open-source project are a plus
Solid foundation in computer science fundamentals
Good understanding of Android development using Kotlin
Familiarity with modern Android development practices and frameworks
Strong understanding of modern Android UI development using Jetpack Compose
Ability to build responsive and scalable UI components and manage UI state
Familiarity with modern Android architecture and design patterns
Experience building features that interact with REST APIs and backend services
Familiarity with third-party integrations such as authentication, analytics, payments, or messaging platforms is a plus
Deep understanding of Android app performance, crash debugging, stability, and reliability
Curiosity about new technologies and willingness to learn beyond mobile development
Demonstrated fluency with modern AI-assisted development workflows
Clear, structured written and verbal communication
Comfortable operating asynchronously
Understanding of web fundamentals, data modeling, and distributed systems
Knowledge of modular, scalable solutions, security, performance, and observability
Experience with automated testing and testable code
Ability to navigate and evaluate unfamiliar codebases
Understanding of the full software development lifecycle
Ability to break down ambiguous projects into granular, estimable tasks
Ability to partner with product, design, and other functions
Ability to use AI tools critically while mitigating prompt injection, data leakage, and secret-management risks
Entrepreneurial initiative, curiosity, attention to detail, integrity, and ownership of shipped work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive stipend as compensation
Mission-driven, fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment
A collaborative and flat company culture
A job offer depending on your performance during the internship
Equal opportunity employer