Lead Android Developer

Lead Android Engineer

Manchester (Hybrid - 2 days in office)

Salary: 85, DOE

We're looking for a Lead Android Engineer to help shape the future of a large-scale mobile platform used by millions across the UK.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll influence architecture, engineering standards, and platform direction while mentoring engineers and collaborating closely with Product and Design teams.

• Leading technical direction across Android engineering
• Building scalable mobile applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose
• Driving best practices around architecture, testing, CI/CD, and performance
• Mentoring engineers and helping shape engineering culture
• Influencing long‑term platform strategy and technical decision‑making

• Strong Android development experience with Kotlin
• Experience in a Lead, Staff, Principal, or similar engineering leadership role
• Strong knowledge of Jetpack Compose and modern Android architecture
• Experience driving technical decisions across teams
• Passion for high-quality engineering and mentoring others

• High‑impact leadership role
• Modern engineering environment
• Large-scale consumer products
• Strong technical culture with real engineering influence
• Hybrid working, bonus, enhanced pension, and excellent benefits