Flock Safety

Software Engineer III, Android Apps

United States

$142,000 – $155,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Venture Capital, Public SafetyIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $142K - $155K

Flock Safety is an all-in-one technology solution to eliminate crime and keep communities safe. Our intelligent platform combines the power of communities at scale - including cities, businesses, schools, and law enforcement agencies - to shape a safer future together. We are a rapidly growing company with a $7.5B valuation and are seeking a Software Engineer III, Android Apps to join our Device Software Android Apps team. This role involves supporting the development of Android applications for our network of over 100,000 headless infrastructure-free devices, focusing on use cases such as parking applications, DOT applications, and our flagship LPR product.

Requirements

  • Experience developing Android native apps/services in Kotlin
  • Experience building and shipping Android apps on custom hardware
  • Strong debug skills and experience with Android debugging tools
  • Proven ability to develop, test, and deploy new features in a pragmatic way
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient in Git

Responsibilities

  • Support the development of Android applications for our network of over 100,000 headless infrastructure-free devices.
  • Contribute to the development of use cases such as parking applications, DOT applications, and the flagship LPR product.
  • Tackle complex challenges including new use case development, system performance optimization, image quality enhancement, and integration of cutting-edge machine learning models.
  • Play a vital role in creating safer and more efficient communities.

Company Information

  • Company: Flock Safety
  • Industry: Public Safety Technology
  • Funding: Raised over $700M in venture capital from investors including Tiger Global, Andreessen Horowitz, Matrix Partners, Bedrock Capital, Meritech Capital Partners, and Initialized Capital.
  • Valuation: $7.5B
  • Mission: Reducing crime in the United States by 25% in the next three years.
  • Team Culture: Supportive, inclusive, and rewards a bias towards action.

Skills

Kotlin
Android
Git
Debugging
Android debugging tools

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$372.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO
12 paid holidays
Fully-paid health benefits
16 weeks of parental leave
Work from home allowance
Learning & development stipend
Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.
Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.
Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.
The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.
Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.
Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.
Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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