Android Software Engineer

Company: Fetch
Location: Madison
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

What we're building and why we're building it.

There's a reason Fetch is ranked top 10 in Shopping in the App Store. Every day, millions of people earn Fetch Points buying brands they love. From the grocery aisle to the drive-through, Fetch makes saving money fun. We're more than just a build-first tech unicorn. We're a revolutionary shopping platform where brands and consumers come together for a loyalty-driving, points-exploding, money-saving party.

Join a fast-growing, founder-led technology company that's still only in its early innings. Ranked one of America's Best Startup Employers by Forbes two years in a row, Fetch is building a people-first culture rooted in trust and accountability. How do we do it? By empowering employees to think big, challenge ideas, and find new ways to bring the fun to Fetch. So what are you waiting for? Apply to join our rocketship today!

Fetch is an equal employment opportunity employer.

The Role:

We are looking for an Android Software Engineer . You will build and maintain a world class mobile application that works directly with our backend services and external partners. You'll be working on a small, multi-functional team that may include other engineers, a designer, product manager, data scientist and other roles. Success in this role requires the ability to take on challenging problems and design & develop amazing solutions with a user-centric focus.

In your tool-bag:

• A deep understanding of functional and object-oriented programming
• Ability to plan and implement complex data models
• Ability to optimize poorly performing code, data queries, and network requests
• Flexibility to implement a feature from either a highly specific design OR a bare bones idea that needs thought & iteration
• Understanding of the complexity and failure domains Android applications
• Ability to troubleshoot Android fragmentation and explain both short and long-term solutions with trade-offs
• Effective communication, including the ability to translate and explain technical issues to non-technical team members You have experience with:
  • Android is written in Kotlin
  • Relational databases (Rooms, SQLite)
  • Version control system (Git)
  • Test writing and quality assurance
  • Event-driven or reactive programming
  • Core Libraries: GSON, Glide, Retrofit
  • Structure is: MVVM Bonus points:
    • Full-stack development (Kotlin, Javascript, React, Swift)
    • Websocket communication
    • Undergraduate or graduate degree in computer science, engineering or mathematics At Fetch, we'll give you the tools to feel healthy, happy and secure through:
      • Stock Options for everyone
      • 401k Match: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.
      • Benefits for humans and pets : We offer comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for everyone including your pets.
      • Continuing Education : Fetch provides $10,000 per year in education reimbursement.
      • Employee Resource Groups : Take part in employee-led groups that are centered around fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace through events, dialogue and advocacy. The ERGs participate in our Inclusion Council with members of executive leadership.
      • Paid Time Off: On top of our flexible PTO, Fetch observes 9 paid holidays, including Juneteenth and Indigenous People's Day, as well as our year-end week-long break.
      • Robust Leave Policies: 18 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers, and a flexible return to work schedule.
      • Hybrid Work Environment: Collaborate with your team in one of our stunning offices in Madison, Birmingham, or Chicago. We'll ensure you are equally equipped with the hardware and software you need to get your job done in the comfort of your home.

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