Sr Android Software Engineer (Startup)

TL;DR

Sr Android Software Engineer (Startup): Delivering and maintaining high-performance Android applications using Kotlin for smart water machines, with an accent on consistent reliable operation, remote management, and scalability. Focus on hardware-software integration efforts, building controls that interface with firmware, and setting the standard for software quality.

Location: The ability to be in the office 3+ days per week in our Boston (Charlestown) headquarters is required for this position.

Company

hirify.global is on a mission to disrupt the beverage supply chain and replace single-use water bottles with smart water machines.

What you will do

• Design, build, optimize, and maintain hirify.global’s Android applications using Kotlin.
• Support hardware-software integration efforts by building controls that interface with the firmware that powers hirify.global machines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, create, and ship new features to hirify.global’s customers.
• Review code and share input and advice to peers to ensure high code quality and maintain best practices across the team.
• Help triage, identify, and resolve complex issues and bugs in the Android stack for reliable system operation.

Requirements

• A BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or other related field, or the equivalent in related software development experience
• 5+ years of professional Android development experience
• Strong expertise in Java or Kotlin with mastery of the Android SDK and frameworks, including Couroutines and State Flows.
• Familiarity with tools such as Git, Gradle, Android Studio, and CI/CD pipelines
• Solid understanding of MVVM, Clean Architecture, and other design patterns
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills that allow you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance plans, 95% paid by employer
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO plus 12 company holidays, and additional paid days for sick leave, etc
• Generous fully paid parental leave for both birth parents and non-birth parents
• Monthly stipends for cell phone use and commuting costs