Android Engineer

Qualifications
3+ years of professional experience in Android development
Proven track record of shipping Android applications, preferably in the fintech or payments space
Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Java
Experience with Android SDK, Android Studio, and building native apps
Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, JSON, and third-party libraries and services
Experience with MVVM architecture, dependency injection, and Jetpack components
Knowledge of secure coding practices, particularly in financial applications (e.g., encryption, authentication)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and deployment tools
Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and performance monitoring tools
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Benefits
At Koalafi, you will have a direct impact on our products and help shape the company's success
We offer competitive compensation benefits packages to keep you at your best:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
20 PTO days + 11 paid holidays
401(k) retirement with company matching
Student Loan Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter assistance
Parental leave (maternal + paternal)
Inclusion and Associate Engagement Programs
Responsibilities
As an Android Engineer, you won't just write code—you'll be at the forefront of building the future of point of sale financing
You'll be working with an agile, cross-functional team of innovators and problem-solvers, delivering next-gen features that customers will love and competitors will envy
Design Development:
Develop new features and improve existing functionality for our Android POS financing app
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code adhering to industry best practices
Ensure high performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application
Integration:
Integrate the app with third-party APIs, payment gateways, and financial services
Work with backend teams to ensure seamless communication between the app and the server
Security Compliance:
Implement security protocols, including encryption and secure storage, to protect sensitive financial data
Ensure the app adheres to regulatory compliance standards such as PCI DSS
Testing Debugging:
Perform thorough testing and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operation across various Android devices
Use automated testing frameworks to ensure reliability and avoid regressions
Performance Optimization:
Monitor app performance and make necessary improvements to ensure optimal load times, responsiveness, and battery usage
Work closely with UX/UI designers to ensure the application provides a seamless and intuitive user experience
Continuously identify areas for improvement in user interaction and design
Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated on Android development trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to keep our app cutting-edge
Contribute to code reviews and mentor junior team members
Job description
Job DescriptionJob Description

At Koalafi, we believe in a world where no one has to put an important purchase on hold. That's why we're making it easier for more people to pay for big purchases over time.

Over 17,000 retailers rely on us to match their customers to a payment plan clearly and quickly, all while reflecting well on their brand. Their 2M+ customers love us because we provide a flexible way for them to make payments, and give them an opportunity to improve their credit. Our 200+ Koalafi teammates enjoy inspiring and challenging work that accelerates their careers.

Interested in learning more about how we're transforming the financing experience and joining our team?

As an Android Engineer, you won't just write code—you'll be at the forefront of building the future of point of sale financing. Your mission? To craft a sleek, powerful, and lightning-fast mobile app that allows users to access financing options at their fingertips—whether they're shopping online, in-store, or somewhere in between. This isn't your typical Android app; it's the heart of a financial revolution. You'll be working with an agile, cross-functional team of innovators and problem-solvers, delivering next-gen features that customers will love and competitors will envy.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design Development:
• Develop new features and improve existing functionality for our Android POS financing app.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code adhering to industry best practices.
• Ensure high performance, quality, and responsiveness of the application.
• Integration:
• Integrate the app with third-party APIs, payment gateways, and financial services.
• Work with backend teams to ensure seamless communication between the app and the server.
• Security Compliance:
• Implement security protocols, including encryption and secure storage, to protect sensitive financial data.
• Ensure the app adheres to regulatory compliance standards such as PCI DSS.
• Testing Debugging:
• Perform thorough testing and troubleshooting to ensure smooth operation across various Android devices.
• Use automated testing frameworks to ensure reliability and avoid regressions.
• Performance Optimization:
• Monitor app performance and make necessary improvements to ensure optimal load times, responsiveness, and battery usage.
• User Experience:
• Work closely with UX/UI designers to ensure the application provides a seamless and intuitive user experience.
• Continuously identify areas for improvement in user interaction and design.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Stay updated on Android development trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to keep our app cutting-edge.
• Contribute to code reviews and mentor junior team members.

Requirements:
• 3+ years of professional experience in Android development.
• Proven track record of shipping Android applications, preferably in the fintech or payments space.
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Java.
• Experience with Android SDK, Android Studio, and building native apps.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, JSON, and third-party libraries and services.
• Experience with MVVM architecture, dependency injection, and Jetpack components.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices, particularly in financial applications (e.g., encryption, authentication).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and deployment tools.
• Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and performance monitoring tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Why choose Koalafi: A career at Koalafi means opportunities to tackle exciting challenges every single day. We take pride in a culture of innovation, trust, and ownership. You'll get outside your comfort zone, build meaningful relationships, and most of all, take charge of projects that ultimately help people get the things they need most.

Who we are what we value:
• We focus on what's most important
• We set clear expectations and deliver
• We embrace challenges to reach our full potential
• We ask, "How can this be better?"
• We move fast together

Benefits:

At Koalafi, you will have a direct impact on our products and help shape the company's success. We offer competitive compensation benefits packages to keep you at your best:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 20 PTO days + 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement with company matching
• Student Loan Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter assistance
• Parental leave (maternal + paternal)
• Inclusion and Associate Engagement Programs Read more