Sr Software Engineer - Mobile (Android) - Digital Product
Scout Motors Inc.
American EV startup reviving classic off-road trucks and SUVs, backed by Volkswagen.
Develop and deliver Android apps for Scout Motors' digital vehicle services.
18 days ago ago
$140,000 - $187,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Fremont, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
Automotive Engineering
Vehicle Design
Sustainable Mobility Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Manufacturing
Industrial
Infrastructure
Transportation
Heavy Civil
Commercial
Role
Description
mobile architecture
android development
deployment automation
team mentoring
tech research
scalable systems
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, sharing 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
Help design, develop, maintain, and release our Android applications.
The responsibilities of this role require occasional attendance in the office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
Requirements
bachelor's
android
git
ci/cd
5+ years
ui/ux
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Solid understanding of mobile platform architecture, UI/UX design principles and frameworks, GraphQL, mobile security and performance optimization techniques.
Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Experience operating in start-up settings, launching 0 to 1 product, and driving graduation to highly customized applications.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Passion for mobile technology and a commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences.
Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and mobile release process.
5+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, shipping customer-facing applications on Android.
Proficiency in Android application development.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong attention to detail.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off including:
Competitive insurance including:
Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
20 days planned PTO, as accrued
40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$2 billion factory
Factory Investment
Scout Motors is constructing a $2 billion manufacturing facility in Blythewood, SC.
200,000 vehicles/year
Production Target
The factory aims to produce 200,000 vehicles annually by 2027.
500 mi range
Vehicle Range
Both full-electric and extended-range models will offer up to 500 miles of range.
4,000 jobs
Job Creation
The South Carolina plant will create over 4,000 new jobs.
A $2 billion, 1,100-acre factory is being built in Blythewood, SC, targeting 200,000 vehicles/year by 2027.
Scout debuted concept models – the Traveler SUV and Terra pickup – in October 2024, with production slated for late 2027.
To address range concerns, plans include both full-electric and extended-range versions offering up to 500 mi.
It bypasses traditional dealers, using direct digital sales and branded ‘Scout Studios’ and workshops.
An R&D center opened in Novi, Michigan in 2024, followed by offices in Tysons, VA and Columbia, SC, cementing U.S. roots.
Its first SC plant will support up to 100 retail outlets nationwide.
Scout combines nostalgic, rugged styling—real buttons and retro cues—with modern EV tech and zonal architecture.
Culture + Values
Integrity
Curiosity
Resourcefulness
Positive attitude
Growth mindset
Collaborative approach
Visionary leadership
Knowledgeable doers
Go‑getter passion
Respect for the environment
Respect for communities
Respect for past and future
Respect for both work and play
Environment + Sustainability
100% Electric
Energy Commitment
The company has transitioned to using only renewable energy, eliminating reliance on fossil fuels.
Core value 'Respect for the land' guides sustainable practices in production.
Production Center designed to evolve into a green factory.
Planning to power paint dryers and HVAC systems via solar energy.
Minimizing water consumption in all operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
Establishing founding DEI strategy in partnership with leadership
Launching and supporting Employee Resource Groups with guiding principles, tools, budgets and executive sponsorship
Commitment to cultivating diverse candidate pools in talent acquisition
Driving employee belonging and psychological safety initiatives
Data-driven measurement of DEI initiatives via People analytics