A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of experience with the Android SDK; prior experience in a similar role is preferred.
Experience working with the Android SDK.
High proficiency in Java or Kotlin, including code optimization and application performance.
Experience releasing at least one application to the Google Play Store or Amazon Appstore.
Experience implementing, optimizing, and maintaining mobile advertising frameworks and software development kits within native Android applications.
Experience leveraging artificial intelligence tools and automated platforms, such as AI pair-programmers, automated testing, or code-generation assistants, to improve engineering productivity, accelerate code delivery, and optimize development workflows across the lifecycle.
Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals.
Understanding of version control principles, preferably using Git and pull requests.
Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
Knowledge of testing and quality assurance practices, including unit testing and code documentation.
Ability to deliver quality solutions within established timelines.
Responsibilities
Perform technical analysis, design, and development or enhancement of Android applications for the flagship apps engineering team.
Participate in all facets of the agile development process.
Own the intersection of native ad format development, real-time bidding and header bidding integration, and ad measurement on Android.
Research and apply native advertising patterns used by leading Android social and content apps, including in-feed cards, native video units, and sponsored content styled to match organic posts, to the app's surfaces.
Build and maintain measurement pipelines for ad viewability, click-through rates, and latency to support data-driven partnership decisions.
Serve as a subject matter expert on Android privacy standards, including Privacy Sandbox and advertising ID policies, and modern Android capabilities; advise advertising partners on platform constraints and opportunities.
Identify, troubleshoot, and solve complex problems affecting ad display latency, battery usage, and app stability across a fragmented device ecosystem.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API contracts and design and ship new features.
Design high-level mobile solutions that meet product requirements and follow established development methodologies and standards.
Integrate third-party software development kits.
Participate in peer and code reviews.
Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and reliability.
Stay current with technologies and mobile trends and recommend appropriate design solutions.
Desired Qualifications
Additional knowledge of RESTful services and other server-side principles.
Prior experience in a similar role.
Join the future of news
We’re on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America. At The Washington Post, you’ll help reinvent news. Our work is driven by a deep investigative spirit and enhanced by innovation to bring audiences closer to the stories that matter most.
About Our Team
The Washington Post is powered by the passion and talent of our people. It takes all of us to reinvent news. Beyond our award-winning News and Opinions teams, we work across many departments, including Brand & Events, Communications, Customer Care, Engineering & Product, Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Marketing & Advertising, Print Operations, and Sales.
Why This Role Matters
The Washington Post is looking for a Software Engineer to support our flagship apps engineering team. Under general supervision, you will perform technical analysis, design and development or enhancement of Android applications and play an integral role in helping deliver increasingly smarter mobile apps to our users. You will participate in all facets of the agile development process and will have the opportunity to contribute to products that will be used by millions of people. We are looking for someone with strong interest in all things mobile and a passion for delivering high quality, solid applications.
What Motivates You
You want to help bring our award-winning journalism to people every day.
You are passionate about delivering high-quality products.
You have opinions about leveraging the latest technology from Google and other solution providers to enhance the news-reading experience.
You enjoy collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to solve problems and deliver new functionality.
You have opinions about what makes for a good native app experience.
You enjoy breaking down complicated problems into distinct workable pieces.
How You'll Support the Mission
Own the intersection of native ad format development, real-time bidding (RTB/header bidding) integration, and ad measurement on Android.
Research and apply native advertising patterns proven out by leading Android social and content apps (in-feed cards, native video units, sponsored content styled to match organic posts) to our own app surfaces.
Build and maintain measurement pipelines around ad viewability, click-through rates, and latency to support data-driven partnership decisions.
Serve as a subject matter expert on Android privacy standards (Privacy Sandbox, advertising ID policies) and modern Android capabilities, advising advertising partners on platform constraints and opportunities.
Identify, troubleshoot, and solve complex problems, including those affecting ad display latency, battery usage, and app stability across a fragmented device ecosystem.
The Skills and Experience You Bring
Design and develop advanced applications for Android platform
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API contracts, design and ship new features.
Design high-level mobile solutions to meet product requirements and following established development methodologies and standards.
Understand the complexities of and help integrate different third-party SDKs
Identify, troubleshoot, and solve complex problems
Participate in agile software development practices and peer/code reviews.
Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability and general reliability
Stay on top of latest technologies/ mobile trends and recommend appropriate design solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience with Android SDK required; prior experience in a similar role preferred.
Strong analytical, evaluation and problem-solving skills
Experience working with Android SDK
High level of proficiency in Java/Kotlin with an understanding of code optimization and application performance
Experience working on and releasing one or more applications to Google Playstore and/or Amazon Appstore
Experience implementing, optimizing, and maintaining mobile advertising frameworks and SDKs within native Android applications.
Experience leveraging AI tools and automated platforms (e.g., AI pair-programmers, automated testing, or code-generation assistants) to improve engineering productivity, accelerate code delivery, and optimize development workflows across the lifecycle.
Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals
Solid understanding of Version Control principles, preferably using Git and Pull Requests
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Knowledge of testing and quality assurance practices including unit testing and code documentation.
Excellent verbal/written communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to deliver quality solutions within established timelines.
Additional knowledge of RESTful services and other server-side principles is a plus
Collaboration makes us stronger. That’s why our offices are designed with open layouts, modern technology, and easy access to transportation. With certain exceptions for newsgathering and business travel, we work on-site five days a week.
Compensation and Benefits
Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
Nine paid holidays and two personal days
20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
Robust mental health resources
Backup care and caregiver concierge services
Gender affirming services
Pet insurance
Free Post digital subscription
Leadership and career development programs
Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.
The salary range for this position is:
$98,800 - $164,600 Annual
The actual salary within this range will depend on individual skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. This position may be eligible for a bonus or incentive program, and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will discuss bonus payment terms and conditions during the interview process.