Senior Staff Software Engineer - Mobile (Android) - Digital Product at Scout Motors

Fremont, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Electric VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, shipping customer-facing applications on Android
  • Proficiency in Android development (implied from context)
  • Integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude with a growth mindset
  • Comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals
  • Ability to work 1 day per week in office in Fremont, California, with in-person meetings and occasional travel

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, maintenance, and mobile release of Android applications
  • Lead Scout’s mobile technology strategy
  • Drive the technical architecture and implementation of mobile platform and solutions from the ground up, ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and performant
  • Grow the knowledge of the team through pair programming, code reviews, presentations, example code, and documentation
  • Implement programming best practices, deployment processes, and monitoring for mobile platforms
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in mobile development, advocating for the adoption of new tools and techniques as appropriate
  • Work with engineering leaders, senior engineers, and cross-functional partners to define the mobile engineering strategy for Android and lead the execution of multiple Android products
  • Ensure successful delivery of complex and large-scale technical efforts
  • Mentor other engineers

Skills

Android
Kotlin
Java
Mobile Development
Vehicle Connectivity
Mapping Services
Route Optimization
EV Charging
User Experience

Scout Motors

Develops all-electric trucks and SUVs

About Scout Motors

Scout Motors Inc. excels in the automotive industry by focusing on the development of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, emphasizing sustainable transportation solutions. This forward-thinking approach reflects the company's commitment to environmental responsibility and positions them at the forefront of emerging automotive technologies. Working at Scout Motors offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation and is dedicated to shaping the future of the automotive sector.

Detroit, MI, USAHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Legal challenges from California dealers may delay market entry.
Focus on hybrids may attract criticism from environmental groups.
Rapid expansion could lead to operational inefficiencies.

Differentiation

Scout Motors offers hybrid models, meeting consumer demand for gasoline-backed EVs.
Satellite Wi-Fi connectivity enhances vehicle utility in remote areas.
Direct sales model aligns with modern automotive retail trends.

Upsides

Hybrid models surpass demand for pure EVs, indicating strong market interest.
$2 billion investment in South Carolina boosts local economy and job creation.
Electric SUVs and trucks tap into growing market demand.

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