Lead Android Engineer

At Opal, were building tools to help people reclaim their time and focus on what truly matters.

Here’s why this is the perfect moment to join:

• Product Launch: You’ll play a key role in bringing Opal to Android, helping us reach a new audience and scale our impact.

• Ownership & Impact: You’ll take the lead on Android development, defining the tech stack, making architectural decisions, and ensuring highquality execution.

• Your Role in Growth: You’ll be our 7th engineer, stepping into a fastgrowing company where your work will directly shape the future of focus and productivity.

• What you’ll do

  As a Lead Android Engineer, you’ll take a handson role in launching and improving our app ecosystem:

  • Build Opal for Android: Develop, test, and launch the first Android version of Opal, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for our Gems.

  • Own Android Architecture: Define the tech stack, set up best practices, and implement scalable, maintainable solutions.

  • CrossPlatform Collaboration: Work closely with our iOS engineers to ensure consistency across platforms.

  • Feature Development: Implement new features, refine UX, and optimize performance.

  • Quality & Performance: Maintain high standards of usability, security, and efficiency.

  • UserCentric Innovation: Identify opportunities to improve the Android experience based on feedback and data.

  • Continuous Improvement: Address bugs, enhance performance, and keep the app ahead of industry trends.

  • Mentor & Guide: As the Android lead, share knowledge and set the foundation for future Android hires.

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    What you bring

    • 6+ Years of Android Development: Strong experience building and launching Android applications.

    • Proven Track Record: At least one highquality app published on Google Play.

    • Technical Expertise:

      • Proficient in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.

      • Strong knowledge of Android SDK, MVVM, and dependency injection frameworks (e.g., Hilt, Dagger).

      • Experience with Firebase, push notifications, and cloud messaging.

      • Familiarity with REST APIs, GraphQL, and WebSockets.

      • Strong Git knowledge and CICD experience.

      • • QualityDriven: Skilled in creating unit tests, UI tests, and ensuring high code quality.

        • Independent & Resourceful: You thrive in fastpaced environments and take full ownership of projects.

        • Aligned with Our Mission: A passion for saving people’s time, improving their wellbeing, and mindfulness.

        • AI Enthusiast: Interest in AI and how it can enhance digital wellness.

        • Why Opal

          • MissionDriven Impact: We are on a mission to help 1Bn people to focus better every day. We’ve empowered our community to save 200M+ hours and counting.

          • Ownership: This is a rare opportunity to own the entire Android development process in a fastmoving startup.

          • Collaborative Culture: Work with a small, highimpact team that gathers quarterly for meetups and learning. Nearly $1M in Revenue per Employee.

          • Growth & Recognition: Join a top30 US productivity app with competitive compensation and early equity. 4.85 rating on 60k+ reviews.

          • WellSupported: Backed by worldclass investors and founders of companies like Pinterest, Snapchat, and Revolut.

          • If you’re ready to shape the future of focus and productivity, we’d love to meet you!

            — The Opal Team