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Staff Android Engineer

Mountain View, CA ยท On-site

$164K - $282K/yr

This team is a full stack team, in which there are Android, iOS, Web and Backend engineers. As the ... The base pay for Staff position ranges from $164K/year to $282K/year. Pay is based on several ...

As a Staff Android Engineer , you will be a technical leader for the Android organization, focusing on three pillars: Client Health (Crashes/ANRs/Performance), Developer Experience, and App ...

About the Role As a android engineer at Wispr, you'll be the core team member responsible for building Wispr's Android voice interface from scratch, improving the core Flow voice dictation experience ...

Software development experience in Kotlin for Android, familiarity with GraphQL. * Experience leveraging GenAI tools to increase software engineering productivity. * Experience working with ML ...

Staff Android Developer

Orlando, FL ยท On-site +1

$133.40K - $222.30K/yr

Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain high-quality Android applications ensuring robustness, scalability, and performance. * Collaborate closely with engineering technical leadership to ...

As a Staff Android Engineer , you will lead the technical strategy to turn Reddit's Video Ads into a premier offering for brand advertisers. You will also build and provide technical guidance on new ...

Staff Android Developer

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$133.40K - $222.30K/yr

Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain high-quality Android applications ensuring robustness, scalability, and performance. * Collaborate closely with engineering technical leadership to ...

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How much do staff android engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for staff android engineer in the United States is $99,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Staff Android Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Staff Android Engineer, you need advanced proficiency in Android development, deep knowledge of Kotlin and Java, and substantial experience with mobile architecture patterns, typically supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with Android Studio, Gradle, Jetpack libraries, and continuous integration systems, along with proficiency in code review tools like GitHub, is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills distinguish top performers, enabling them to mentor teams and drive technical strategy. These skills are crucial for building robust, scalable applications and providing technical direction in complex mobile projects.

How does a Staff Android Engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during the development lifecycle?

As a Staff Android Engineer, you will regularly work alongside product managers, designers, QA engineers, and backend developers throughout the app development process. Your role often involves providing technical leadership during architecture discussions, reviewing code from other engineers, and ensuring best practices are followed. You'll also help translate product requirements into scalable technical solutions and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

What are Staff Android Engineers?

Staff Android Engineers are highly experienced software engineers who specialize in designing, developing, and maintaining advanced Android applications. They often lead technical initiatives, mentor other engineers, and help set architectural direction for Android projects within an organization. Their responsibilities go beyond coding, often involving collaboration with cross-functional teams, reviewing code, and ensuring best practices are followed. Staff Android Engineers play a key role in solving complex technical challenges and shaping the future of mobile products.

What is the difference between Staff Android Engineer vs Senior Android Developer?

AspectStaff Android EngineerSenior Android Developer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science or related field, extensive Android development experienceBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science or related field, significant Android development experience
Work EnvironmentLeads complex projects, mentors teams, collaborates with cross-functional teamsDevelops features, fixes bugs, collaborates with team members
Industry UsageUsed in large tech companies, startups, and enterprises with complex Android appsCommon in companies of all sizes, especially for experienced developers

The main difference is that a Staff Android Engineer typically leads projects and mentors teams, while a Senior Android Developer focuses on developing features and fixing bugs. The Staff role involves more strategic responsibilities and leadership, whereas the Senior role emphasizes technical expertise and hands-on development.

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Infographic showing various Staff Android Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Full Time, 90% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,330 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Staff Android Engineer

Coupang Internal

Mountain View, CA โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Please complete the attached Internal TransferRequest Formand submit.ย ย 

Please make sure to apply with your Coupang e-mail address.ย ย 


We exist to wow our customers. We know we're doing the right thing when we hear our customers say, "How did we ever live without Coupang?" Born out of an obsession to make shopping, eating, and living easier than ever, we're collectively disrupting the multi-billion-dollar e-commerce industry from the ground up. We are one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies that established an unparalleled reputation for being a dominant and reliable force in South Korean commerce.ย ย 

We are proud to have the best of both worlds - a startup culture with the resources of a large global public company. This fuels us to continue our growth and launch new services at the speed we have been since our inception. We are all entrepreneurs surrounded by opportunities to drive new initiatives and innovations. At our core, we are bold and ambitious people that like to get our hands dirty and make a hands-on impact. At Coupang, you will see yourself, your colleagues, your team, and the company grow every day.ย ย 

Our mission to build the future of commerce is real. We push the boundaries of what's possible to solve problems and break traditional tradeoffs. Join Coupang now to create an epic experience in this always-on, high-tech, and hyper-connected world.ย 

Role Overviewย 

Search AI Product Engineering team is the team that builds inspiring search and discovery experience for Coupang customers, helps our users find products easier and discover more products to live their life to the best.

We are looking for smart, passionate people who have a strong sense of ownership. If you want your work to positively impact the lives of millions of people and you are up for a change, let's talk! This team is a full stack team, in which there are Android, iOS, Web and Backend engineers. As the engineer of Search AI Product Engineering team, you will own one of the most critical product surfaces on Coupang's app - Search and Discovery surfaces where 60%+ of transactions happen.

What You Will Do :
  • Build brand new user experience product for Coupang search and discovery experience.
  • Help to maintain the high quality of one or several critical search related components on Android platform. Always strive for wowing our customers with robust, fluent and fast app experience.
  • Knit across teams by collaborating with Product managers and designers and other functions to build holistic experience that's right for Coupang users.
  • Contribute best-in-class programming skills to develop highly innovative consumer-facing mobile products.

Basic Qualificationsย ย 

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics or closely related fields
  • Experience developing high quality, large-scale consumer applications
  • Experience in data analytic tools such as Presto or Jupyter
  • Able to conduct complex A/B testing, able to do experiment analysis
  • Deep understanding of UI development of Android
  • Experience with MVVM, Hilt and Room
  • Strong communication skills and great product sense
  • Strong passion of building product
Preferred Qualificationsย 
  • Master's or PhD in relevant technical fields
  • 6+ years of coding experience with Android, proficiency in Kotlin
  • Proficiency in React Native
  • Experience with iOS application development (Swift/Objective-C).
  • Proven track record of strong ownership, ideally within an early-stage startup environment.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage ambiguity in fast-paced environment

General Description of All Benefitsย 

  • Annual bonus is 0-20% of the base salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life, AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) program
  • 401K Plan with Company Match
  • 18-21 days of the Paid Time Off (PTO) a year based on the tenure
  • 12 Public Holidays
  • 6 weeks Paid Parental leave
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • MTV - [Free] Electric Car Charging Stationย 

General Description of Other Compensationย ย ย ย ย ย 

"Other Compensation" includes, but is not limited to, bonuses, equity, or other forms of compensation that would be offered to the hired applicant in addition to their established salary range or wage scale.ย ย ย ย 

Recruitment Process and Othersย ย ย 

Recruitment Processย ย 

  • Application Review - Phone Interview - Onsite (or Virtual Onsite) Interview - Offer
  • The exact nature of the recruitment process may vary according to the specific job and may be changed due to scheduling or other circumstances.
  • Interview schedules and the results will be informed to the applicant via the e-mail address submitted at the application stage.ย 

Details to Considerย 

  • This job posting may be closed prior to the stated end date for application if all openings are filled.
  • Coupang has the right to rescind an offer of employment if a candidate is found to have submitted false information as part of the application process.
  • Those eligible for employment protection (recipients of veteran's benefits, the disabled, etc.) may receive preferential treatment for employment in accordance with applicable laws.ย 

Privacy Noticeย ย 

  • Your personal information will be collected and managed by Coupang as stated in the Application Privacy Notice located below:ย https://www.coupang.jobs/privacy-policy/ย ย 

Coupang is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis C status, marital status, military or veteran status, use of a trained dog guide or service animal, political activities, or affiliations, citizenship, or any other characteristic or class protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation in the recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at usrecruiting@coupang.com.ย ย ย 

Job Requisition ID: R0073341ย 


Please complete the attached Internal TransferRequest Formand submit.ย ย 

Please make sure to apply with your Coupang e-mail address.ย ย