Staff Software Engineer, Android Design System

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Android Design System to join the team of a leader in the Media space. This role will shape a shared Android design system that supports consistent, high-quality experiences across a large consumer platform. You will partner closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to build reusable UI components, improve developer productivity, and ensure the system scales effectively. The position also has a strong emphasis on performance, accessibility, and modern Android architecture, with a direct impact on how teams ship polished experiences. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $217,000 – $303,900 annually Responsibilities Evolve the Android design system by developing reusable UI components Collaborate with product teams, designers, and engineers to align the design system with product needs Improve performance at scale through contributions to Android architecture and rendering patterns Advance accessibility by creating components and documentation that promote best practices Enhance developer experience by contributing to shared tooling and platform improvements Qualifications 6+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on cross-functional project leadership Experience building and maintaining shared UI infrastructure such as design systems or component libraries Strong proficiency in modern Android development using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose Expertise in UI architecture, scalable component design, and performance optimization tools Familiarity with accessibility best practices and a commitment to building accessible experiences Benefits Comprehensive healthcare benefits and income replacement programs 401(k) with employer match Global benefit programs tailored to lifestyle needs Family planning support Gender-affirming care Mental health and coaching benefits Flexible vacation and paid volunteer time off Generous paid parental leave Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.