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Staff Software Engineer - Android

Blinq builds the fastest, most intuitive way to share who you are and remember who you meet, starting as the world's #1 digital business card.
Android
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
101 - 500 Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer · Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Blinq Technologies is revolutionizing professional networking as the creator of the world's #1 digital business card, facilitating over 50 million new relationships annually. With substantial backing of $45m+ from prestigious investors like Blackbird and Square Peg, Blinq is experiencing unicorn-pace growth and expansion across Sydney, San Francisco, Melbourne, and New York.

As a Staff Android Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of shaping Blinq's mobile experience, which impacts millions of users globally. The role demands a seasoned professional with 8+ years of Android development experience, who can lead technical initiatives, mentor team members, and architect scalable solutions. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, focusing on core app functionality, hardware integrations, and system components.

The position offers a unique opportunity to join at a crucial growth phase - the company is well-established yet small enough for significant individual impact. Blinq maintains a hybrid work model with 3 days in-office, believing in the power of face-to-face collaboration while offering flexibility. The company culture emphasizes high standards and intentional growth, backed by competitive compensation including equity, generous parental leave, and comprehensive benefits.

Working at Blinq means joining a team that's reimagining how professional connections are made and maintained. With a stellar 4.9/5 App Store rating from 140k+ reviews, you'll be contributing to a product that users genuinely value and rely on. The engineering team serves as the backbone of Blinq's success, focusing on creating intuitive, instant, and human-centered sharing tools.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer - Android

  • Lead development of core Android features, including hardware integrations, widgets, and system components
  • Design scalable mobile architectures and influence platform-wide patterns
  • Collaborate across product, design, and backend teams to build seamless user experiences
  • Drive internal tooling, process improvements, and performance optimisations
  • Mentor Android engineers and guide technical decision-making across teams

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer - Android

Kotlin
Java
  • 8+ years of experience in Android development, with deep proficiency in Kotlin and Java
  • Track record of architecting complex mobile systems using MVVM, MVP, or Clean Architecture
  • Strong leadership in cross-functional technical initiatives and mobile strategy
  • Familiarity with Android performance, security, and design best practices
  • Passion for mentoring, collaboration, and building with long-term impact in mind

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer - Android

Equity
Parental Leave
  • Equity and ownership opportunities
  • Competitive salary with growth path
  • 20+ days paid time off
  • 12-26 weeks full pay parental leave based on tenure
  • Free food including daily breakfast and lunch at some offices
  • Well-resourced with $45m+ raised funding