Senior Android Tooling Engineer

Who you are

You have a strong background in Android development, with a passion for creating productivity tools that enhance the developer experience. Your experience includes working on scalable systems and you understand the intricacies of mobile app architecture. You thrive in collaborative environments, engaging with other engineers to refine tools based on their feedback. You are enthusiastic about improving development practices and iteration speed, ensuring that mobile engineers can deliver high-quality applications efficiently.

You possess a deep understanding of mobile build systems and are familiar with the challenges of maintaining large codebases. Your ability to balance developing new tools with refining existing ones is key to your success. You are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your team, and you are eager to contribute to open-source projects that benefit the broader developer community.

Desirable

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and optimizing build times would be a plus. Familiarity with contributing to open-source projects or a strong portfolio showcasing your work in mobile tooling can set you apart. You are open to learning new technologies and adapting to the evolving needs of the mobile engineering team.

What you'll do

As a Senior Android Tooling Engineer at Lyft, you will work closely with the Mobile Tooling team to develop and maintain tools that empower mobile engineers. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing systems that streamline the development process, ensuring that builds are efficient and reliable. You will collaborate with other engineers to gather feedback and iterate on tooling solutions, making adjustments based on their needs and experiences.

You will play a crucial role in scaling development practices, focusing on enhancing the productivity of hundreds of mobile engineers. Your work will directly impact the quality and speed of app releases, as you help maintain a robust infrastructure that supports millions of lines of code. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to open-source initiatives, sharing your expertise and tools with the wider community.

What we offer

Lyft provides a supportive work environment where all team members can thrive. You will have access to resources that foster your professional growth and development. The company values innovation and encourages you to bring your ideas to the table. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to creating delightful user experiences through thoughtful code architecture and efficient development practices. Lyft is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Join us at Lyft, where your contributions will help shape the future of mobile engineering and enhance the experiences of millions of users. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.