Senior Android Engineer (Media)

TL;DR

Senior Android Engineer (Media): Building and evolving high-quality, user-focused mobile applications for Android platforms with an accent on video streaming performance and seamless user experience. Focus on designing scalable architectures, optimizing app performance, and integrating complex media playback technologies like HLS/DASH.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Englewood Cliffs, NJ (Hybrid: 3 days/week in office)

Salary: $155,000 - $175,000

Company

hirify.global is a leading media and entertainment business operating a powerful portfolio of iconic brands across news, sports, and entertainment.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications with a focus on performance and video streaming.
• Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to define and implement new features.
• Optimize app performance, memory usage, and network efficiency.
• Ensure high code quality through test automation, peer reviews, and engineering best practices.
• Integrate video playback technologies including HLS/DASH and DRM.
• Participate in architecture discussions and influence key technical decisions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional Android development experience.
• Deep knowledge of Kotlin and Java, and familiarity with Jetpack libraries.
• Experience with MVVM, Clean Architecture, and Jetpack Compose.
• Strong understanding of video streaming on Android (HLS/DASH/CMAF) and media playback.
• Experience with CI/CD, testing frameworks, and crash analytics tools.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model at the Englewood Cliffs, NJ headquarters.

Nice to have

• Experience with consumer-facing apps with high user engagement.
• Knowledge of accessibility, localization, and device fragmentation.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Firebase.
• Experience with media, publishing, or news applications.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Free onsite fitness center with daily group classes.
• Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials.
• Free shuttle transportation from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City.
• Paid leave and tuition reimbursement programs.