Android Software Engineer

Company Description

Dropbox is a special place where we are all seeking to fulfill our mission to design a more enlightened way of working. We’re looking for innovative talent to join us on our journey. The words shared by our founders at the start of Dropbox still ring true today. Wouldn’t it be great if our working environment—and the tools we use—were designed with people’s actual needs in mind? Imagine if every minute at work were well spent—if we could focus and spend our time on the things that matter. This is possible, and Dropbox is connecting the dots. The nearly 3,000 Dropboxers around the world have helped make Dropbox a living workspace - the place where people come together and their ideas come to life. Our 700+ million global users have been some of our best salespeople, and they have helped us acquire customers with incredible efficiency. As a result, we reached a billion dollar revenue run rate faster than any software-as-a-service company in history. Dropbox is making the dream of a fulfilling and seamless work life a reality. We hope you’ll join us on the journey.

Team Description

Our Engineering team is working to simplify the way people work together. They’re building a family of products that handle over a billion files a day for people around the world. With our broad mission and massive scale, there are countless opportunities to make an impact.

Role Description

At Dropbox, our Mobile Engineering team is pivotal in enhancing the way users interact with their digital content through our mobile application. With millions of users worldwide relying on Dropbox to streamline their workflows and keep their important files secure and accessible, our mission is to continually enhance the core experience of our mobile app, making it more intuitive, efficient, and user-friendly. Moreover, our team is passionate about leveraging the latest technologies and methodologies to deliver seamless, robust, and engaging mobile experiences that meet the evolving needs of our diverse user base. As an Android Software Engineer in our dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in driving this mission forward.

This position offer a unique opportunity to make a significant impact not only on the Dropbox app and its users, but to also work with others in a way that transcends geographical and device boundaries. You will be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges, working across different development stacks, and collaborating with a cross-functional team of talented individuals who are equally passionate about creating exceptional mobile experiences.

Our Engineering Career Framework is viewable by anyone outside the company and describes what’s expected for our engineers at each of our career levels. Check out our blog post on this topic and more here.

Responsibilities

• Build intuitive features, enhancing user engagement and experience on our Android application for mobile users.
• Identify and solve foundational issues in the mobile codebase, including potential rearchitecting for better performance and maintainability.
• Collaborate with the team to uphold software development best practices, maintaining a high quality of code through reviews and adherence to standards.
• Work with product managers and designers to create thoughtful features, ensuring alignment with user needs and company goals.
• Utilize advanced problem-solving to address complex mobile development challenges, including optimization and debugging.
• Stay updated with the latest Android development trends and practices, engaging in continuous personal and professional growth.
• Communicate effectively within the team, fostering collaboration and supporting team member growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field involving coding (e.g., Physics or Mathematics), or equivalent technical experience
• 2+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong engineering skills and software fundamentals in developing Android applications
• Experience working with large native code bases with significant complexity
• Experience working in a team environment and collaborating with cross-functional groups
• A passion for building consumer applications with elegant and clean interfaces

Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone, and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, Latinx, Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, Women at Dropbox, ATX Diversity (based in Austin, Texas) and the Dropbox Empowerment Network (based in Dublin, Ireland).