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Senior Software Engineer, Android

Employer
The Washington Post
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Nov 12, 2022

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Industry
Engineering
Function
Software Developer, IT
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Job Description

The Washington Post is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to support our flagship apps engineering team. Under general supervision, you will perform technical analysis, design and development or enhancement of Android applications and play an integral role in helping deliver increasingly smarter mobile apps to our users. You will participate in all facets of the agile development process and will have the opportunity to contribute to products that will be used by millions of people. We are looking for someone with strong interest in all things mobile and a passion for delivering high quality, solid applications.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop advanced applications for Android platform
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API contracts, design and ship new features.
  • Design high-level mobile solutions to meet product requirements and following established development methodologies and standards.
  • Understand the complexities of and help integrate different third-party SDKs
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and solve complex problems
  • Participate in agile software development practices and peer/code reviews.
  • Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability and general reliability
  • Stay on top of latest technologies/ mobile trends and recommend appropriate design solutions.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience with Android SDK required; prior experience in a similar role preferred.
  • Strong analytical, evaluation and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working with Android SDK
  • High level of proficiency in Java/Kotlin with an understanding of code optimization and application performance
  • Experience working on and releasing one or more applications to Google Playstore and/or Amazon Appstore
  • Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals
  • Solid understanding of Version Control principles, preferably using Git and Pull Requests
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Knowledge of testing and quality assurance practices including unit testing and code documentation.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to deliver quality solutions within established timelines.
  • Additional knowledge of RESTful services and other server-side principles is a plus


The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.

Company

Thank you for your interest in a career with The Washington Post. We invite you to review all of our open positions to find the one that's right for you. We look forward to receiving your resume!


Since it first began publication more than 130 years ago, The Washington Post has grown into one of the most storied and respected news organizations in the world. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, today's Post is the indispensable guide to Washington. In print, we enjoy the highest penetration of any major metropolitan newspaper in the United States. On the web, we have the third largest news website with 17 million unique visitors each month, and have recently launched a celebrated news app for the iPad. We serve Washington in all media, on any platform, including paid products, events, and tailored content.

More broadly, The Washington Post Company delivers quality products to today's students, readers and viewers. What unites our company is the immediacy of our products and services, created by teachers and tutors at Kaplan; reporters and editors at our media properties; and associates at Cable ONE.
Washington Post Media views its employees as its most valuable asset and provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote healthy and balanced lives at work and at home. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for training and career advancement and an outstanding, progressive benefits package including:
Health and dental benefits
Flexible healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
401(k) and company-funded cash balance plan
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Domestic partner benefits
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
 

Company info
Website
Location
1301 K Street, N.W.
Washington
DC
20036
US

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