Senior Android Engineer

At DuckDuckGo, we believe in the power of privacy to transform how people interact with technology. With a global team of over 335 dedicated professionals, we're committed to making privacy accessible to everyone through innovative products and solutions. Our mission drives everything we do, from the search engines people use daily to the privacy-respecting features that protect user data.

Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop secure, privacy-focused mobile applications for Android
- Collaborate with product teams to implement features that enhance user privacy
- Optimize application performance and ensure stability across diverse device ecosystems
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and architectural decisions
- Stay current with Android best practices and emerging technologies

Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in Android development with Kotlin or Java
- Deep understanding of Android UI components and architecture
- Experience with modern testing frameworks and practices
- Knowledge of security best practices for mobile applications
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and network operations
- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on performance and reliability

Ideal Candidate:
- Passionate about privacy and technology, aligned with DuckDuckGo's mission
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality code in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly
- Experience working in cross-functional teams and Agile development processes
- Commitment to writing clean, maintainable code
- Willingness to contribute to an inclusive and diverse workplace culture