Senior Mobile App Developer, Android

An electric mobility company focused on creating innovative, vertically integrated small EVs designed to meet global mobility challenges.
$165,000 - $220,000
Android
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
6+ years of experience
Automotive · Consumer

Description For Senior Mobile App Developer, Android

Also is an innovative electric mobility company that emerged from Rivian, focused on revolutionizing transportation through small, efficient EVs. They're seeking a Senior Mobile App Developer for Android to join their team in Palo Alto, California. This founding Android engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to build the company's first customer-facing Android app that will directly interface with their flagship electric vehicle via Bluetooth.

The position requires a seasoned Android engineer with 6+ years of experience who excels in greenfield development environments. The role involves taking full ownership of Android architecture, implementation, and release while working closely with the iOS team to ensure cross-platform consistency. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing critical features from user onboarding to vehicle interaction, including BLE integration for functions like pairing, unlocking, and real-time telemetry.

Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Also has assembled a world-class team from leading technology, automotive, cycling, outdoor recreation, and retail companies. The company offers competitive compensation ranging from $165,000 to $220,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including full health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, and flexible time off.

This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled Android developer who wants to make a significant impact in the electric vehicle industry while working with cutting-edge technology. The role combines technical expertise in Android development with the excitement of working on innovative mobility solutions that aim to replace traditional vehicle usage with more efficient, enjoyable alternatives.

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Responsibilities For Senior Mobile App Developer, Android

  • Lead development of Also's first Android app, supporting key customer features from onboarding to vehicle interaction
  • Integrate with the flagship EV via BLE to support functionality like pairing, unlocking, and real-time telemetry
  • Implement well-structured, maintainable code using modern Android paradigms
  • Work alongside the staff iOS lead to align on feature design, UX patterns, BLE behavior, and backend integration
  • Define Android-specific architecture, tooling, testing, and release workflows
  • Collaborate with firmware and backend teams to design BLE protocols and REST/GraphQL APIs
  • Advocate for Android platform excellence while embracing shared application and EV UI/UX goals
  • Help shape a scalable mobile codebase and contribute to team culture and engineering best practices

Requirements For Senior Mobile App Developer, Android

Kotlin
  • 6+ years of experience building and shipping high-quality Android apps
  • Strong command of Kotlin, Android SDK, Jetpack libraries, and app architecture best practices
  • Proven experience integrating with BLE-connected devices
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Experience with Firebase and Google App Store distribution channels
  • Working knowledge of common protocols (mTLS, gRPC, protobuf)
  • Strong cross-functional communicator

Benefits For Senior Mobile App Developer, Android

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
  • Robust health coverage - health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% with FSA & HSA options
  • One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates
  • Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny
  • Flexible time off
  • 401(k) match

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