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Software Development Engineer IV Android

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In-Office
Bangalore, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, IND
Senior level
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Bangalore, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, IND
Senior level
Senior Android engineer responsible for architecting shared frameworks, improving app performance (latency, cold start, memory, App Vitals), building reusable SDKs/libraries, optimizing builds/modularization, creating tooling/CI integrations, mentoring engineers, and driving platform-wide reliability and performance improvements.
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What does 500,000,000+ mean to you?
 
That's the number of users who installed Meesho's Android app, Millions of people across Bharat empowered to buy and sell products at fair prices, many experiencing e-commerce for the very first time.
 
At Meesho, our Android team isn’t just building an app; we’re crafting an experience that works flawlessly on everything from ₹5K entry-level phones in small towns to flagship devices in metro cities. It’s a challenge of scale, stability, and empathy — and it drives everything we do. We take pride in delivering flagship-grade performance on the toughest devices, backed by stability metrics few even track. From flawlessly handling millions of orders without downtime to optimizing for smooth, crash-free sessions, we solve real problems that impact real people. Every engineer here brings a Founder’s Mindset — owning the product like it’s their own.
 
💥 The Role
 
We’re looking for a seasoned Android engineer to join our Platform team, combining deep technical skills with strong product intuition. As an SDE IV Android, you’ll work on core app quality initiatives- including improving page latency, enhancing App Vitals, and driving performance and reliability at scale.
 
You’ll architect shared frameworks, solve performance challenges on low-end devices, and enable teams to build faster with consistent quality. With a product-first mindset, you’ll ensure platform solutions translate into meaningful user and business impact.
 
This is a critical individual contributor role focused on elevating the foundation of Meesho’s Android experience.

🛠️ What You’ll Own

  • Architect and build scalable, high-quality components and systems used across the Meesho Android app
  • Own and improve core app performance metrics like page latency, cold start time, memory usage, and App Vitals
  • Design reusable frameworks, SDKs, and libraries that power consistent experiences across multiple feature teams
  • Be the go-to expert for Android best practices, from Jetpack and Compose to modularization and Gradle optimization
  • Mentor and support engineers across the org — driving technical discussions, code reviews, and hands-on problem solving
  • Create tooling, linters, and CI integrations to automate quality and improve developer velocity
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Design, and Backend teams to deliver delightful user experiences
  • Lead deep dives into performance bottlenecks, and proactively drive platform-wide improvements
  • Stay updated with the Android ecosystem — bringing in the best ideas and innovations from the community

🧠 What You Bring

  • 6+ years building scalable Android apps with real user impact
  • Strong Kotlin/Java skills and deep Android SDK knowledge
  • Experience with Retrofit, Room, Coroutines, Jetpack, RxJava
  • Solid understanding of app architecture (MVVM, Clean Architecture)
  • Proven track record improving performance and platform stability
  • Experience with shared libraries, modularization, and build optimizations
  • Skilled with performance and observability tools (Perfetto, Systrace)
  • Product mindset — focused on user experience and business outcomes
  • Bonus: Experience leading cross-team platform initiatives or scaling apps
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🎁 What’s in It for You

  • Ownership and autonomy with no micromanagement
  • A culture that values curiosity, creativity, and open, honest communication
  • Opportunity to make a real impact at scale, affecting millions of users daily
  • Continuous learning and collaboration with highly motivated, skilled peers
  • Be part of a mission to democratize internet commerce for everyone — an objective we pursue every day with dedication
  • Strong user empathy: We are committed to understanding and solving the real challenges our users face, and take pride in delivering meaningful improvements

About us 

Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform; we're your partner in turning dreams into realities.

Curious about life at Meesho? Explore our Glassdoor - our people have a lot to say and they've helped us become a loved workplace in India.

Our Mission

Democratising internet commerce for everyone — Meesho (Meri Shop) started with a single idea in mind: to be an e-commerce destination for Indian consumers and to enable small businesses to succeed online.

We provide our sellers with benefits such as zero commission and affordable shipping solutions in the market. Today, sellers nationwide are growing their businesses by tapping into Meesho’s large and diverse customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, and pan-India logistics network through trusted third-party partners.

Affordable, relatable merchandise that mirrors local markets has helped us connect with internet users and serve customers across urban, semi-urban, and rural India. Our unique business model and continuous innovation have established us as a part of India’s e-commerce ecosystem.

Culture and Total Rewards

Our focus is on cultivating a dynamic workplace characterized by high impact and performance excellence. We prioritize a people-centric culture, dedicated to hiring and developing exceptional talent.

Total rewards at Meesho comprise a comprehensive set of elements — monetary, non-monetary, tangible, and intangible. Our 9 guiding principles, or "Mantras," are the backbone of how we operate, influencing everything from recognition and evaluation to growth discussions. Daily rituals and processes like “Problem First Mindset,” “Listen or Die,” our Internal Mobility Program, Talent Reviews, and Continuous Performance Management embody these principles.

We offer competitive compensation — both cash and equity-based — tailored to job roles, individual experience, and skill, along with employee-centric benefits and a supportive work environment. Our holistic wellness program, MeeCare, includes benefits across physical, mental, financial, and social wellness. This includes extensive medical insurance for employees and their families, wellness initiatives like telehealth, wellness events, and fitness-related perks.

To support work-life balance, we offer generous leave policies, parental support, retirement benefits, and learning and development assistance. Through personalized recognition, gratitude for stretched work, and engaging activities, we promote employee delight at the workplace. Additional benefits such as salary advance support, relocation assistance, and flexible benefit plans further enrich the Meesho experience.

At Meesho, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where every individual can thrive. In compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, we uphold the following principles:

  • Equal Opportunity: We ensure that employment opportunities are never denied on the grounds of disability if the candidate is otherwise competent to perform the job.

  • Accessible Workplace: Our facilities are designed to be fully accessible, with amenities and assistive devices provided to support differently abled individuals in their work.

  • Inclusive Hiring Process: We adopt a transparent and non-discriminatory selection process, including providing application forms in alternate formats and offering reasonable accommodations during interviews upon request.

  • Career Growth: We provide adequate training post-recruitment and pre-promotion, with training materials available in accessible formats to enable equal career progression.

  • Support & Confidentiality: A dedicated liaison officer/committee addresses concerns and grievances, while maintaining strict confidentiality of disability-related information.

  • Awareness & Inclusion: We conduct awareness programs to promote a culture of inclusivity across the organization.

Meesho welcomes applicants and employees of all abilities and is dedicated to fostering an environment where differently abled persons can achieve their full potential.

Know more about Meesho here : https://www.meesho.io/

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