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Software Engineer, Android

Cape· Engineering
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Hybrid (Hybrid: New York, NY)$180k - $250kFull-timePosted 11mo ago

About the role

Android Engineer role focused on building Cape’s private mobile application using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, owning feature lifecycle from design to launch, with emphasis on security, privacy, and user trust.

Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of the mobile product lifecycle — from conceptualization, through design and development, all the way to launch.
  • Maintain high coding standards by developing guidelines, actively participating in code reviews, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
  • Champion the security, performance, and stability of our applications by implementing and overseeing robust testing, monitoring, and release processes to guarantee a seamless, trustworthy user experience.
  • Actively improve user workflows by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless experiences across product boundaries and a cohesive user journey.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of Android software development experience.
  • Background in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Kotlin and a strong foundational understanding of the Android ecosystem (architecture, app lifecycle, concurrency, etc.).
  • Professional experience with Jetpack Compose is preferred, but a deep appreciation for building modern user interfaces is essential.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to iterate quickly with teammates, incorporate feedback, and maintain a high bar for quality.
  • Experience brainstorming and iterating with product designers.
  • Experience with Android concurrency and storage frameworks such as Coroutines, Room, and DataStore.
  • Familiarity with privacy-focused Android OSs.
  • Bonus Points: Knowledge of cryptography, trusted execution environments and StrongBox, or cellular technologies (eSIM, 4G, 5G).

Skills

Required:KotlinAndroid architecture, app lifecycle, concurrencyCoroutines, Room, DataStoreCommunication
Nice to have:Jetpack Compose

Benefits

  • 401(k) match
  • 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave (for all parents, no waiting period)
  • Stipends for Family-forming needs
  • Gender-affirming care
  • Unlimited PTO
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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About Cape

Cape is premium wireless coverage with an added layer of personal security.

Cape is premium wireless coverage with an added layer of personal security. Talk, text, and live with the confidence that you’re protected.

wireless coveragepersonal securityprivacy-firstmobile securityeSIMprivacy-oriented
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