Headspace

Senior Software Engineer, Flutter

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Health and Happiness, Mobile PlatformIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of mobile development experience with a proven track record of building high-quality mobile applications and 2+ years of hands-on experience developing with Flutter, including deep familiarity with Flutter frameworks, third-party libraries, and APIs. Strong knowledge of mobile native technologies, architectural design patterns (e.g., MVC, MVVM), and frameworks, along with experience applying TDD methodology and robust unit testing practices is required. Proficiency with development tools such as Android SDK and GIT version control systems is essential, as is a commitment to unit-testing code for robustness, handling edge cases, ensuring usability, and maintaining reliability. Experience with native Android is also required, and experience with Native Android and iOS, a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or related experience, experience with MVVM architecture, and experience with flutter_bloc are preferred.

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will design and develop innovative content experience features for the Headspace mobile application, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to create detailed technical specifications and assess the feasibility of new features and products. They will write and maintain high-quality, performant, and efficient code, ensuring best practices and scalability, and conduct thorough unit testing to ensure robustness, reliability, and exceptional usability across diverse edge cases. The engineer will stay ahead of industry trends by continuously discovering, evaluating, and integrating emerging technologies, leverage expertise in mobile architectures and design patterns to shape the future of Headspace’s mobile platform, and champion proper documentation, quality management, and adherence to Headspace’s methods and frameworks. Additionally, they will migrate/integrate existing native features and functionality to Flutter.

Skills

Flutter
Mobile Application Development
Scalability
High-Quality Code
Unit Testing
Cross-functional Collaboration
Technical Specifications
Mobile Architectures
Design Patterns

Headspace

Digital health platform for mindfulness and meditation

About Headspace

Headspace is a digital health platform focused on mindfulness and meditation, aimed at helping individuals improve their mental and physical well-being. The platform offers guided meditation sessions, daily mini-meditations, and exercises tailored for various needs such as sleep, stress, and anxiety. Users can access a limited selection of content for free, but a subscription to Headspace Plus unlocks the full range of services. This subscription model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also allows users to access comprehensive tools for mental health improvement. Headspace distinguishes itself from competitors by offering free access to its premium service for unemployed individuals, showcasing its commitment to supporting mental health during difficult times. The company's goal is to enhance the overall well-being of its users through accessible mindfulness practices.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$170.6MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited Vacation
Catered Lunch
Fully Paid Health Care
Competitive Salaries
Free gym membership

Risks

Increased competition from fitness apps with mental health features.
Recent layoffs may indicate financial instability or restructuring challenges.
Partnership with TikTok could expose Headspace to reputational risks.

Differentiation

Headspace offers a unique AI companion, Ebb, for personalized mental health support.
The platform provides free premium access to unemployed users, showcasing social responsibility.
Headspace's partnership with Uwill expands its reach into the higher education sector.

Upsides

Growing demand for digital mental health solutions boosts Headspace's user base.
Partnership with TikTok enhances visibility among younger demographics.
Fertility journey collection taps into a niche market, attracting new users.

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