Software Engineer, Android

Who you are

You are an enthusiastic app developer with a strong background in Android development — you have experience building applications that prioritize user experience and engagement. You stay up-to-date with the latest Android and industry developments, ensuring that your skills are sharp and relevant. You thrive in a collaborative environment, partnering with product managers and designers to create features that resonate with users. You understand the importance of excellent development practices and code architecture, and you take pride in delivering high-quality work. You are comfortable with agile methodologies, participating in backlog grooming, planning meetings, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to keep the team accountable and agile. You appreciate the value of continuous integration and automated testing, which allows for rapid iteration and deployment of features.

Desirable

Experience with analytics, A/B testing, and feature flagging is a plus, as these skills will help you contribute to the team's focus on data-driven decision-making. You are also familiar with user behavior analysis, which aids in refining the user experience based on real feedback.

What you'll do

As a Software Engineer on the Android team at Lyft, you will be responsible for building and enhancing features that recognize and reward drivers, making their experience more engaging. You will collaborate closely with product managers and designers to ensure that the applications you develop meet user needs and expectations. Your role will involve keeping up-to-date with the latest Android developments and implementing best practices in code architecture and development processes. You will participate in regular team meetings, including planning sessions and retrospectives, to ensure that the team remains aligned and focused on delivering high-quality features. You will also engage in code reviews, ensuring that every line of code is scrutinized for quality and performance. Your contributions will directly impact the driving experience for millions of users, making your work both rewarding and significant.

What we offer

Lyft offers a competitive salary range for this position in the San Francisco area, between $128,000 and $160,000, not including potential equity offerings, bonuses, or benefits. The salary is dependent on various factors, including qualifications and experience. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values collaboration and innovation, with a focus on creating meaningful value for drivers. Lyft encourages you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as they believe in the potential of diverse teams to build better products.