Software Engineer, Android – Level 5

SNAP/SNAP

Android Software Engineer building smooth, scalable Snapchat experiences at Snap Inc. Developing features, evaluating architecture, reviewing code, and using AI-assisted engineering workflows.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $209,000 - $313,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Android Application Development and proficiency in Kotlin, Java, RxJava, and Dagger, while leveraging AI tools to enhance development processes. Upholds high standards for code quality, security, and performance in mobile applications.

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Android Application DevelopmentKotlin ProficiencyJava ProficiencyAI Tools UtilizationCode Quality Assurance

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Hard Skills

KotlinJavaRxJavaDaggerSoftware DevelopmentCode ReviewAI ToolsMobile DevelopmentTechnical Tradeoff EvaluationProduction-Ready Quality

Soft Skills

Critical JudgmentAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

User ExperienceMobile DevicesScalable ServicesInfrastructure PracticesSecurity Risks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidDaggerJavaKotlinRxJava

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Push the limits of mobile devices and create great user experiences
Build smooth, stable, and fun products
Develop features from design through implementation and launch
Evaluate technical tradeoffs and work with design on UI and infrastructure practices
Perform code reviews to guarantee code quality
Use AI tools and high-velocity engineering workflows to design and ship scalable services
Uphold rigorous standards for code correctness, security, and production-ready quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as computer science, or equivalent years of practical work experience
6+ years of post-Bachelor’s software development experience; or Master’s degree in a technical field plus 5+ years of post-graduate software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field plus 2 years of post-graduate software development experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field
Experience with Android application development
Proficiency in Kotlin, Java, RxJava, and Dagger
Proficiency in, or a strong aptitude for, leveraging AI tools to streamline development
Critical judgment to audit AI-generated output for architectural integrity, performance bottlenecks, and security risks
Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools
Kotlin and Android expertise preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid parental leave
Comprehensive medical coverage
Emotional and mental health support programs
Compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success
Equity in the form of RSUs
Default Together approach with team members working in an office 4+ days per week