Full-Time

Mobile Software Engineer II

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Upside

Upside

201-500 employees

Cash-back app for retail purchases

Consulting
Cybersecurity
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$125k - $150kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid role requires 2 days/week in-office presence in New York City.

Category
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Android Development
Requirements
  • 2+ years of software engineering and high proficiency in Mobile App development (Kotlin, Android)
  • Advanced debugging skills and ability to solve complex issues encountered when building mobile apps
  • Experience building rich UI utilizing Jetpack Compose
  • Familiarity developing with Kotlin Multiplatform and integrating with third-party libraries
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with key stakeholders and drive technical decisions forward
Responsibilities
  • Work across multiple teams of mobile developers and interact closely with our Product, Design, Analytics, Architecture, and Research teams
  • Help continue to shape our mobile experience, ensuring the best performance and user experience
  • Build and support our consumer mobile apps to delight our millions of users
  • Proactively identify challenges in the development process to reduce developer friction
  • Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to improving the foundation of our mobile platform

Upside offers a cash-back app that rewards users for everyday purchases like gas, groceries, and food. Users can claim cash-back offers at local retailers, which increases their purchasing power while helping retailers boost sales and customer loyalty. The company earns revenue through partnerships with retailers, sharing commissions with users as cash-back rewards. Upside aims to create a fair economic model in retail, focusing on user privacy, environmental sustainability, and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$63.2M

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with Chime and Schnucks expand Upside's reach and user base.
  • The rise of digital wallets enhances Upside's integration opportunities, increasing user engagement.
  • Sustainability focus attracts environmentally conscious consumers, differentiating Upside from competitors.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from fintech companies like Chime could dilute Upside's value proposition.
  • Dependency on specific retail partners may limit Upside's flexibility in diversifying partnerships.
  • Reliance on the volatile fuel sector could impact Upside's profitability.

What makes Upside unique

  • Upside offers personalized cash-back deals, enhancing consumer purchasing power.
  • The company invests 1% of revenue in sustainability initiatives, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.
  • Upside's partnerships with major retailers boost retailer profits without altering operations.

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Benefits

Health, vision, & dental insurance

Free lunch

Stock options

Unlimited PTO