Twitch · 2 weeks ago
Software Engineer II, Android
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$129K/yr - $224K/yr
3+ years expTwitch is the world’s biggest live streaming service, and they are seeking an Android Software Engineer to join their Mobile Core Engineering team. This role involves designing and implementing foundational Android components, optimizing performance, and providing technical leadership to enhance the mobile development experience for millions of users.
GamingMedia and EntertainmentSocial MediaVideoVideo GamesVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Design and implement foundational Android components and frameworks that support both native and hybrid (React in WebView) experiences
Build robust WebView infrastructure and bridges that enable seamless integration between React-based web content and native Android functionality
Optimize performance and scalability of platform components used by millions of daily active users
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Android engineers across multiple product teams on hybrid mobile architecture
Drive architectural decisions that balance developer velocity, app performance, and maintainability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain development standards for hybrid mobile applications
Qualification
Required
3+ years of professional Android development experience
Strong proficiency in Kotlin and modern Android development practices
Deep understanding of Android SDK, Jetpack libraries, and Android architecture components
Experience building and shipping production Android applications to the Google Play Store
Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools (such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) to accelerate development
Preferred
Experience with hybrid mobile architectures, WebView integration, JavaScript bridges, React, or React Native
Experience with video streaming or real-time communication technologies
Experience working on platform or infrastructure teams that support multiple product teams
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
401(k)
Maternity & Parental Leave
Flexible PTO
Amazon Employee Discount
Company
Twitch
Twitch is a social video platform where gamers can broadcast, watch, and talk about video games. It is a sub-organization of Amazon.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (60)
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2023 (113)
2022 (173)
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2020 (71)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35MKey Investors
Thrive CapitalBessemer Venture Partners
2014-08-25Acquired
2013-09-30Series C· $20M
2012-09-19Series B· $15M
Leadership Team
Dan Clancy
Chief Executive Officer Twitch
Adam Hueniken
Software Engineering Manager
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