Android developer Jobs in Austin, TX

Description

Essential Responsibilities :

• Delivers complete solutions spanning all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) (design, implementation, testing, delivery and operations), based on definitions from more senior roles.
• Advises immediate management on project-level issues
• Guides junior engineers
• Operates with little day-to-day supervision, making technical decisions based on knowledge of internal conventions and industry best practices
• Applies knowledge of technical best practices in making decisions

Minimum Qualifications :

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications :

At PayPal, Senior Android Software Engineers are the driving force behind the innovative mobile experiences that power millions of secure transactions every day. You’ll design, develop, and optimize high-performance Android applications that deliver seamless, intuitive experiences to customers around the world. In this role, you’ll lead complex mobile initiatives, collaborate with product and design leadership to shape PayPal’s mobile strategy, and architect scalable, reliable solutions that meet global business needs. You’ll champion technical excellence and best practices across the engineering organization, mentor other developers, and stay at the forefront of emerging mobile technologies to ensure PayPal continues to set the standard for secure, world-class mobile experiences.

Expert proficiency in Kotlin, with deep understanding of Android SDK, frameworks, and modern mobile development practices.

Strong knowledge of object-oriented design principles, coding standards, and testing patterns to ensure maintainable, high-quality code.

Proven ability to design and build scalable, reliable, and maintainable mobile systems that meet performance and usability goals.

Experience integrating with SQL and NoSQL databases, and familiarity with ORM frameworks such as Hibernate or JPA.

Hands-on experience with mobile performance optimization, testing frameworks, and integration practices.

Familiarity with continuous integration tools (Jenkins), application monitoring (Crashlytics, Fabric), and automated testing tools (Appium, Cucumber).

Knowledge of mobile security best practices, including data protection, encryption, and secure network communication.

Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Subsidiary : PayPal

Travel Percent :

The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is :

Primary Location | Pay Range :

Austin, Texas | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)

Additional Location(s) | Pay Range :

No other locations are assigned to this requisition currently.Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable. This role is also eligible for a range of benefits which may include, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, parental and family leave, 401(k) savings plan, paid time off, and other benefits. For more information visit .

PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit .

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits :

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit .

Who We Are :

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at .

Belonging at PayPal :

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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