Only 24h Left) Staff Mobile Engineer

WHAT IS BLINQ?

The first interaction two people have is the bedrock of all strong business relationships. If you can make that experience special, you can start to build a great second interaction, and so on. Blinq is the tool to help people do that. We're building a platform that allows you to share a snapshot of who you are with anyone, anywhere via digital business cards, dynamic email signatures and virtual backgrounds. Join us on our mission to help the world connect.

The Role:

As a Staff Android Engineer at Blinq, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical landscape of our mobile applications, bringing expert-level proficiency to various Android development domains. This includes core Android app development, integration with device hardware and accessories, Android widgets, and API design. You will lead technical decision-making, design innovative and scalable systems, optimize internal workflows, and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence.

This is a hybrid role with work from our Melbourne or Sydney locations.

What You Will Own:

Staff Engineers at Blinq are expected to embody the following competencies:

Technical Excellence:

- Possess expert-level knowledge and mastery in Android development across multiple technical domains.
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency in programming languages such as Kotlin, Java, and associated frameworks.
- Guide teams in technical decision-making and set high standards for technical excellence.

Architecture & Systems:

- Lead architectural initiatives and design comprehensive, innovative, and scalable systems for Android apps.
- Establish architectural patterns and principles that align with long-term organizational goals and ensure sustainability.
- Influence the evolution of the company's mobile landscape through a deep understanding of complex Android-specific architectural principles.

Better On The Inside:

- Lead initiatives to optimize internal workflows, improve development processes, and drive efficiency improvements.
- Take charge of enhancing internal tools, development methodologies, and workflows, ensuring the Android development process remains smooth and scalable.

Leadership:

- Exhibit exceptional leadership qualities, steering technical strategies, and contributing to the overall vision of the company.
- Set high standards for performance, professionalism, and technical quality, serving as a role model for both technical and leadership excellence.
- Actively shape the organizational culture, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Teamwork:

- Provide strong leadership within Android engineering teams, serving as a mentor to junior and mid-level engineers.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, promoting knowledge sharing and ensuring that engineers have the tools and resources to thrive.
- Play a key role in resolving complex team challenges, ensuring smooth communication and cooperation across cross-functional teams.

What We Are Looking For:

- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 8+ years of proven experience in Android development, with a demonstrated track record of leadership in building and scaling mobile applications.
- Strong proficiency in Kotlin, Java, Android SDK, and other key Android tools, libraries, and frameworks.
- Experience with architectural patterns such as MVVM, MVP, or Clean Architecture.
- Proven track record of mentoring and guiding engineers, and leading teams toward high-performance outcomes.
- Familiarity with Android-specific performance optimizations, security practices, and modern Android design principles.

We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance, board games, and top-notch stand-up desk workstations. It's all about creativity and collaboration.

Autonomy is our guiding principle, which is why we embrace hybrid work. Come in when you need to, or work at your optimal hours—whether that's burning the midnight oil or rising with the sun.

If you do not check all the boxes above, that is okay - we enthusiastically encourage you to apply

We welcome individuals at all experience levels and take pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. Join us on this remarkable journey as we reshape the way people connect and network.

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