Senior Android Engineer / AI/ Aviation / West LA
Motion Recruitment - Santa Monica, CA
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This is a full time Senior Android Engineer opportunity based in West Los Angeles with an aviation AI technology company building real-time software to automate and optimize airfield operations. The role focuses on developing mission critical Android applications using Kotlin, modern Android frameworks, and cloud-connected systems that support intelligent, AI driven decision-making in fast-paced aviation environments. This is not a typical mobile role. You'll be building software used on the ground at airports where performance, reliability, and real-time data truly matter. The Android app is a core product not an afterthought and you'll have meaningful ownership over architecture and feature development. The team is looking for a senior engineer who enjoys solving complex, real-world problems and wants to see their work directly impact safety, efficiency, and the future of automated aviation operations. You'll gain exposure to AI-powered systems, work closely with product and design, and grow in an environment that values engineering craftsmanship, learning, and healthy work life balance. Required Skills & Experience • 4+ years of professional experience in Android development • Strong expertise in Kotlin and the Android SDK • Experience with Android architectural patterns such as MVVM, MVI, or similar • Experience interfacing with RESTful APIs, including error handling and offline caching strategies • Experience with unit and UI testing using tools such as JUnit, Espresso, and Appium Desired Skills & Experience • Familiarity with Jetpack Compose and modern Android development practices • Experience building applications for real time, operational, or mission-critical environments • Experience optimizing performance, battery usage, and network reliability • Exposure to AI-driven, data-intensive, or aviation-related systems What You Will Be DoingTech Breakdown • 70% Android (Kotlin, Android SDK, Jetpack libraries) • 20% API integration and data synchronization • 10% Testing, performance optimization, and technical improvements Daily Responsibilities • 80% Hands-on development • 10% Technical leadership and mentorship • 10% Team collaboration with product, design, and backend engineers The Offer • Substantial equity package You will receive the following benefits: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Vacation Time • Stock Options Specialization : Android
Created: 2026-03-10