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Sidram Technologies

Android Developer - w2

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$63 - $82.75/hr

Android Developer Location : San Leandro, CA (3 day onsite hybrid role) Contract : 12+ Months ... Department of Homeland Security. SIDRAM TECHNOLOGIES participates in the Employment Eligibility ...

Sidram Technologies

Android Developer - w2

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$63 - $82.75/hr

Job Title: Android Developer Location : San Leandro, CA (3 day onsite hybrid role) Contract : 12 ... Department of Homeland Security. SIDRAM TECHNOLOGIES participates in the Employment Eligibility ...

Esri

Sr. Software Developer - Android Apps

Redlands, CA

$58.25 - $74/hr

Overview Join Esri's Field Apps team and lead the development of powerful Android applications that ... Experience with security and/or native hardware components (GPS, camera, and more) * Experience ...

Waymo

Senior Android Platform Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$170K - $216K/yr

Experience with security aspects of Android, SELinux and key provisioning #LI-Hybrid The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting ...

Slope

Android Engineer, Ad Formats

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$325K - $385K/yr

Build robust integrations with Android platform and ecosystem components (e.g., Google Play Billing, authentication, device security signals, deep links, push). * Optimize performance, reliability ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for android security in California is $60.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.88 and $69.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Android Security job focuses on protecting Android applications, devices, and systems from security threats. Professionals in this role analyze vulnerabilities, implement security best practices, and ensure compliance with industry standards. They work on areas like secure coding, data encryption, authentication mechanisms, and malware detection. Additionally, they conduct security audits, penetration testing, and incident response to mitigate risks. This role is crucial in safeguarding user data and ensuring the integrity of Android ecosystems.

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Professionals in Android Security commonly face the challenge of staying ahead of rapidly evolving mobile threats and frequently updated operating systems. Additionally, ensuring the security of apps across a wide range of device manufacturers and OS versions can be complex. You may need to balance effective security measures with seamless user experiences and quick development cycles. Collaboration with developers and QA teams to resolve vulnerabilities and implement best practices is a central part of the job. These dynamics make the role both challenging and rewarding for those passionate about mobile security.

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To thrive in Android Security, you need strong knowledge of mobile application security, threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and a background in computer science or cybersecurity. Familiarity with tools like Android Studio, static and dynamic analysis frameworks (such as MobSF or Drozer), and certifications like GIAC or OSCP are highly valued. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are standout traits for this role. These skills are essential to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in Android applications, protecting both users and company assets.

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Infographic showing various Android Security job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,486 per year, or $60.3 per hour.

Senior Android Platform Engineer

San Francisco, CA • Hybrid

Waymo
Internet and IT • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Waymo's commercial service is running in five cities, and the associated infrastructure is in an early stage and requires investment for Waymo to grow into a high scale, world-class service.

We are building a team of engineers dedicated to further developing our Android Platform team. Our team works on the user interfaces used by customers to interact with our autonomous vehicles as well as provide entertainment and information while riding. This is a fullstack team, managing the bring up and maintenance of a complete automotive grade Android system.

In this hybrid role, you will report to an Engineering Manager.

You will:

  • Evaluate SoC vendor development kits
  • Develop update mechanism for Android OS and applications
  • Work with vendors, HW team and other stakeholders to define requirements for next UX platform
  • Bring up Android on new hardware
  • Provide technical support for other teams working on our Android devices

You have:

  • BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of software development experience
  • Experience working with low-level Android/AOSP (building Android platform features, frameworks), not just developing apps on top of Android
  • Worked with git, repo and gerrit

We prefer:

  • Brought up Android on new hardware, or customized a build of Android for a new hardware variant
  • Experience with security aspects of Android, SELinux and key provisioning

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