Staff Android Engineer

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. TIDAL was founded for artists by artists as the next innovative streaming platform to bring value back to the music industry. We empower artists with the products, resources, services, and content required to take control of their careers and connect more deeply with fans. Available in over 60+ countries, TIDAL continues to help artists break down economic barriers to continue creating what’s next in culture. TIDAL is part of Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ), a global technology company with a focus on financial services. The Role At TIDAL, a global music streaming platform owned by Block, we are committed to empowering artists and delivering unparalleled music experiences to fans. We are looking for an Android Engineer who thrives in product development and is passionate about making a real difference in the music industry. You’ll join our mobile team, a highly collaborative group of Android and iOS engineers, working closely with product, design, and backend teams in cross‑functional sprints. You Will Propose, define, and lead large, high‑impact technical initiatives that affect multiple teams across TIDAL and Block Drive the architectural evolution of our Android system, ensuring scalability, performance, and long‑term success Collaborate with iOS engineers and backend developers to deliver innovative solutions that provide real value for music fans and empower artists Define ways to accelerate yourself, others, and the organization through the use of AI technologies Participate in design and product discussions, shaping the future of TIDAL’s mobile experience Mentor and elevate teammates through thoughtful feedback, technical guidance, and pair programming Represent TIDAL in broader technical discussions with senior engineers and leaders across Block You Have Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience, plus ~12 years of relevant industry experience Deep understanding of Android development with a track record of organizational impact Experience successfully leading and delivering large‑scale technical initiatives across multiple teams Experience leveraging AI‑assisted development tools in your workflow A commitment to continuous improvement for yourself, your team, and our codebase Proven ability to influence technical direction across organizational boundaries Demonstrated excellence in technical communication and relationship‑building across disciplines Experience mentoring and growing other engineers Passion for music and creating tools that support artists and fans Technologies We Use and Teach Kotlin for Android, Swift and Objective‑C for iOS (we collaborate closely across platforms) Modern Android frameworks and libraries (Jetpack, Coroutines, etc.) Comprehensive testing strategies: unit tests, snapshot tests, and integration tests AI‑powered developer tools like Goose, Cursor, and Claude Code to accelerate development and innovation Others: CI/CD pipelines, feature flagging, and modern development practices Use of AI in Our Hiring Process We may use automated AI tools to evaluate job applications for efficiency and consistency. These tools comply with local regulations, including bias audits, and we handle all personal data in accordance with state and local privacy laws. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, and will treat these requests confidentially. Benefits Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are some of the benefits we offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr