Recruiting from Scratch
Senior/Staff Android Engineer
Recruiting from Scratch, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Who is Recruiting from Scratch:
Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to deeply understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company's culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates.https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/ Title of Role : Senior/Staff Android Engineer Location : San Francisco, CA (On-site) Company Stage of Funding : Early Growth, Well-Funded Office Type : Full-Time, In-Office Salary : $200,000 - $360,000 (High-cash compensation, no equity) Visa Sponsorship : Available Relocation : Supported Company Description We're representing a
financial technology company
building a global consumer finance platform for emerging markets - in partnership with major distribution partners. The team is reimagining cross-border money movement by combining
stablecoin infrastructure
with a joint
virtual banking and cryptocurrency wallet , enabling users around the world to move seamlessly across financial systems.
The company is
small, senior, and fast-moving , led by
proven founders with prior successful exits . With deep funding and immediate global distribution, this is a chance to work on technology that will directly impact millions of users in underserved regions. What You Will Do As a
Staff Android Engineer , you'll take full ownership of the Android platform - leading architecture, performance, and security for a new mobile product from the ground up. You'll design and implement the foundation of a financial app built to serve millions of users globally, while collaborating closely with product, backend, and design teams.
Key responsibilities include: Architect and build a
high-performance, secure, native Android app
in Kotlin or Java. Establish
best practices and development standards
for the Android codebase. Collaborate with cross-platform teams developing iOS and web counterparts. Own core aspects of UX performance, network reliability, and mobile security. Shape product and technical direction from Day 1 as a founding member of the engineering team. Potentially grow into a
mobile lead across platforms
as the team expands. Ideal Background
5+ years of experience
building and shipping consumer-facing Android apps
at scale. Strong fluency in
Kotlin and/or Java
with a deep understanding of modern Android development practices. Proven ability to
architect Android applications from scratch , including API design and app structure. Experience with mobile performance optimization, offline data handling, and secure app design. Comfortable in
high-ownership, zero-to-one environments
where decisions shape product direction. Preferred
Experience building products for
Latin American or emerging markets . Prior work in
fintech, banking, or payments . Eye for
mobile design and user experience . Broader
full-stack experience
and ability to flex across the stack. Why Join
Impact : Build the Android platform for a product that will serve millions globally from day one. Mission : Help redefine cross-border financial infrastructure and digital inclusion through stablecoin technology. Ownership : Full autonomy over the Android stack and long-term mobile architecture. Velocity : Work directly with experienced founders and a senior, high-caliber team in San Francisco. Compensation : No equity gamble - top-of-market salary for world-class engineers. Compensation and Benefits
Base Salary : $200K - $360K Structure : High-cash comp, no equity requirement Work Setup : On-site in San Francisco (collaborative office culture) Perks : Visa sponsorship available Relocation support for top candidates Opportunity to shape the core technical vision of a global product
This role is ideal for engineers who want to build high-performance mobile systems from scratch, define architecture for a global financial product, and make an immediate impact in the stablecoin ecosystem. Salary Range: $200,000-$360,000 base. https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/
Recruiting from Scratch is a specialized talent firm dedicated to helping companies build exceptional teams. We partner closely with our clients to deeply understand their needs, then connect them with top-tier candidates who are not only highly skilled but also the right fit for the company's culture and vision. Our mission is simple: place the best people in the right roles to drive long-term success for both clients and candidates.https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/ Title of Role : Senior/Staff Android Engineer Location : San Francisco, CA (On-site) Company Stage of Funding : Early Growth, Well-Funded Office Type : Full-Time, In-Office Salary : $200,000 - $360,000 (High-cash compensation, no equity) Visa Sponsorship : Available Relocation : Supported Company Description We're representing a
financial technology company
building a global consumer finance platform for emerging markets - in partnership with major distribution partners. The team is reimagining cross-border money movement by combining
stablecoin infrastructure
with a joint
virtual banking and cryptocurrency wallet , enabling users around the world to move seamlessly across financial systems.
The company is
small, senior, and fast-moving , led by
proven founders with prior successful exits . With deep funding and immediate global distribution, this is a chance to work on technology that will directly impact millions of users in underserved regions. What You Will Do As a
Staff Android Engineer , you'll take full ownership of the Android platform - leading architecture, performance, and security for a new mobile product from the ground up. You'll design and implement the foundation of a financial app built to serve millions of users globally, while collaborating closely with product, backend, and design teams.
Key responsibilities include: Architect and build a
high-performance, secure, native Android app
in Kotlin or Java. Establish
best practices and development standards
for the Android codebase. Collaborate with cross-platform teams developing iOS and web counterparts. Own core aspects of UX performance, network reliability, and mobile security. Shape product and technical direction from Day 1 as a founding member of the engineering team. Potentially grow into a
mobile lead across platforms
as the team expands. Ideal Background
5+ years of experience
building and shipping consumer-facing Android apps
at scale. Strong fluency in
Kotlin and/or Java
with a deep understanding of modern Android development practices. Proven ability to
architect Android applications from scratch , including API design and app structure. Experience with mobile performance optimization, offline data handling, and secure app design. Comfortable in
high-ownership, zero-to-one environments
where decisions shape product direction. Preferred
Experience building products for
Latin American or emerging markets . Prior work in
fintech, banking, or payments . Eye for
mobile design and user experience . Broader
full-stack experience
and ability to flex across the stack. Why Join
Impact : Build the Android platform for a product that will serve millions globally from day one. Mission : Help redefine cross-border financial infrastructure and digital inclusion through stablecoin technology. Ownership : Full autonomy over the Android stack and long-term mobile architecture. Velocity : Work directly with experienced founders and a senior, high-caliber team in San Francisco. Compensation : No equity gamble - top-of-market salary for world-class engineers. Compensation and Benefits
Base Salary : $200K - $360K Structure : High-cash comp, no equity requirement Work Setup : On-site in San Francisco (collaborative office culture) Perks : Visa sponsorship available Relocation support for top candidates Opportunity to shape the core technical vision of a global product
This role is ideal for engineers who want to build high-performance mobile systems from scratch, define architecture for a global financial product, and make an immediate impact in the stablecoin ecosystem. Salary Range: $200,000-$360,000 base. https://www.recruitingfromscratch.com/