Senior Android Engineer

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Remote
Job Location: United States
Company Name: Motion Recruitment

We’re seeking a passionate Senior Android Engineer to join a rapidly growing consumer wellness startup that’s redefining how people interact with food, health, and daily well-being. As a Senior Android Engineer, you’ll collaborate with a world-class founding team to build a mobile-first platform powered by Kotlin, modern UI frameworks, and fast-paced iteration. This full-time remote opportunity lets you contribute to early-stage innovation while shaping the foundation of a product that’s improving lives worldwide.


About the Senior Android Engineer Role

As a Senior Android Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in developing a sophisticated Android app that brings wellness to the fingertips of users everywhere. You’ll be the second Android engineer on the team, working directly with the founding iOS engineer, CTO, and product organization. This is a chance to work in a fast-moving startup environment, owning technical decisions and contributing to a product that truly makes an impact.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Android Engineer

  • Lead hands-on Android development using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.

  • Collaborate with iOS, backend, and product teams to deliver world-class mobile experiences.

  • Contribute to architectural decisions using MVVM principles for clean, scalable code.

  • Engage in rapid iteration cycles and bring ideas from concept to release.

  • Maintain app performance, scalability, and reliability across multiple devices.

  • Participate in product strategy discussions and technical planning.


Qualifications for Senior Android Engineer

To succeed in this role, you’ll need both strong technical expertise and a startup-ready mindset.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 3+ years of Android development experience building advanced mobile products.

  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android app architecture.

  • Experience collaborating in agile, cross-functional product teams.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Experience in early-stage or high-growth startup environments.

  • Interest or background in health tech, wellness, or habit-building products.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.


Tech Stack Overview

  • Language: 100% Kotlin with Jetpack Compose.

  • Architecture: MVVM.

  • Ecosystem: Native iOS/Android + React-based web platform.

  • Backend: Python.

  • Frontend: React.

  • Database: PostgreSQL.

Daily work includes 90% hands-on engineering and 10% product collaboration, giving you the perfect balance between coding and impact.


Compensation and Benefits for Senior Android Engineer

  • 💰 Salary: $180,000 – $250,000 per year.

  • 💸 Bonus eligible + Equity/Stock Options.

  • 🩺 Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

  • 🌴 Generous PTO and vacation policy.

  • 💻 Equipment stipend for your ideal setup.

  • 🧘‍♀️ Wellness and movement stipends.

  • 🍽️ Team offsites + company-paid meals.

  • 👶 Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. full-time now and in the future.


Why Join as a Senior Android Engineer?

Joining this startup means joining a mission-driven team that’s transforming wellness through technology. As a Senior Android Engineer, you’ll shape a mobile experience from the ground up, work directly with leadership, and enjoy a flexible, fully remote environment that supports creativity and growth.

This is your chance to combine technical excellence with meaningful impact—creating tools that help people live healthier, more connected lives.


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