Spotify

Senior Android Engineer

Spotify

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

AndroidKotlin

About the role

  • Lead the design, implementation, and delivery of Android features that enhance text-based experiences such as transcripts, read-along pages, and lyrics.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners in design, product, and research to define the best mobile experience for Spotify listeners.
  • Mentor and guide mid-level Android engineers (Eng II), fostering technical excellence and collaborative growth within the team.
  • Own end-to-end development from technical planning through release, ensuring quality, maintainability, and scalability.
  • Partner with backend and data teams to optimize how text data is delivered to the mobile platform.
  • Contribute to architectural discussions and help evolve Spotify’s Android framework for text and accessibility features.
  • Drive innovation by exploring how AI can accelerate feature development and improve the Spotify listening experience.

Requirements

  • You have a deep understanding of Android development, with strong proficiency in Kotlin and experience building and maintaining complex features in large-scale apps.
  • You are skilled at leading technical projects from concept to delivery, balancing speed with technical rigor.
  • You have a strong grasp of text rendering, accessibility , and a curiosity about connecting audio and text experiences.
  • You have experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and communicating clearly with both technical and non-technical partners.
  • You are motivated by mentorship and enjoy helping other engineers grow through coaching, reviews, and pair programming.
  • You are comfortable working in an AI-integrated environment, leveraging AI tools and models to improve code quality, translation accuracy, and innovation speed.
  • You care deeply about building experiences that are inclusive, accessible, and delightful for millions of listeners around the world.

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Hard skills
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Soft skills
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