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Android Engineer

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Robinhood

Robinhood

1,001-5,000 employees

Commission-free trading platform for investments

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$122k - $185kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Plan

Junior, Mid

Menlo Park, CA, USA

In-office working environment.

Category
Android Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Java
RxJava
Android Development
Requirements
  • At least 2 years of professional Android development experience
  • Proficiency with Java or Kotlin
  • Motivation to improve Robinhood’s app and codebase to ensure the highest quality for our customers
  • Strong product sense and ability to collaborate with Product Managers and Designers
  • Experience leading teams, mentoring colleagues, and managing technical projects
  • Excellent communication skills and passion for solving technical challenges
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred; equivalent training or work experience also acceptable
Responsibilities
  • Work with a fast-growing team to revolutionize finance at speed and scale
  • Build smooth, stable, and elegant products with Kotlin and the newest Android APIs
  • Own features from inception to design, implementation, and launch
  • Work cross-functionally with Product Designers, Product Managers, Backend Developers, and Data team
  • Work with Kotlin, Coroutines, RxJava, Retrofit / OkHttp, Dagger, and Room

Robinhood offers a platform for trading stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to make investing accessible and affordable for everyone. The platform features commission-free trading and allows users to buy fractional shares, making it easier for individuals to invest with smaller amounts of money. Unlike traditional brokerage firms, Robinhood generates revenue through a premium subscription service and interest on uninvested cash, while also providing access to IPOs for individual investors. The company's goal is to democratize finance and empower a diverse range of investors.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$5.4B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Robinhood's expansion into new markets like Hawaii and U.S. territories indicates strong growth potential and increased user base.
  • The acquisition of Pluto and integration of AI capabilities can provide users with advanced, personalized investment insights, enhancing user experience and retention.
  • Offering IPO access democratizes investment opportunities, allowing retail investors to participate in early-stage investments traditionally reserved for institutional investors.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive fintech market means Robinhood must continuously innovate to maintain its edge over rivals like E*TRADE and Charles Schwab.
  • Regulatory scrutiny and changes, such as those seen in Hawaii, can impact Robinhood's operations and expansion plans.

What makes Robinhood unique

  • Robinhood's commission-free trading model disrupts traditional brokerage firms by eliminating fees, making investing accessible to a broader audience.
  • The introduction of fractional shares allows users to invest in high-value stocks with minimal capital, a feature not commonly offered by traditional brokers.
  • Robinhood's recent acquisition of Pluto enhances its platform with AI-driven personalized investment strategies, setting it apart from competitors.

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Benefits

Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits

Comfort & care - Flexible work from home / office balance, health & wellness stipend

Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits

Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships