Redfin is continually improving and expanding our app to include new features, and options for our customers. As an Android Mobile Software Engineer, you'll join a passionate team working to build engaging experiences to make it easy for users to find their next home. We support the infrastructure to ensure our app is fast and stable and build features for our customers that allow them to interact with the home buying experience while on the move.
About the role
- Design and implement complex, technical projects that change the way people make one of the biggest decisions of their lives.
- Collaborate with your teammates by reviewing code, writing documentation, refining best practices, and building maintainable and testable codebases.
- Work closely with our product and design teams to understand user and business needs.
- Drive the team forward in iOS best practices and design principles, bringing in industry trends where applicable.
- Use approved AI code generation tools to document, architect, and create code.
About you
- You continually obsess over improving the user experience, whether it's collaborating with product managers and designers to build beautiful products or finding and squashing performance bottlenecks.
- You have 3+ years of development experience with at least 2 years of native Android experience.
- You have practical experience building Android applications in Kotlin and Java and a solid understanding of computer science and engineering fundamentals.
- Effective communication: you can collaborate across distances and experience levels, and you can disagree constructively with respect for everyone's opinions and ideas.
- You stay on top of what's happening in the iOS community and are always looking for ways to improve the products you make.
- You love working with a smart, talented team because you know that makes you better.
- You have a passion for well-architected, clean, well-written code.
- Experience with running experiments and experimentation frameworks a plus.
- You have experience using AI code generation tools tools such as GitHub CoPilot, Anthropic Claude Code, Cursor, or similar
What you'll get
Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We've got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks.
On-Call Expectations
This role may include participation in an on-call rotation to support production systems and ensure service reliability. On-call responsibilities may include coverage during nights and weekends. If applicable, frequency and scheduling will be determined by team needs and communicated accordingly.
About us
Redfin is a technology-driven real estate company with the country's most-visited real estate brokerage website. As part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), Redfin is creating an integrated homeownership platform from search to close to make the dream of homeownership more affordable and accessible for everyone. Redfin's clients can see homes first with on-demand tours, easily apply for a home loan with Rocket Mortgage, and save thousands in fees while working with a top local agent.
This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at [email protected] .
The compensation information below is provided in compliance with all applicable job posting disclosure requirements. The compensation for this position is $139,100.00-$170,100.00. The position may also be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives, and other employment-related benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K retirement plan, and paid-time off. More information regarding these benefits and others can be found here . The information regarding compensation and other benefits included in this paragraph is the company's current, good faith estimate at the time of posting. [Compensation and benefits are subject to modification from time to time as the Company, in its sole and exclusive discretion, deems appropriate.] The Company may determine during its future reviews of the proposed compensation and benefits provided for this position, that the compensation and benefits for such position should be reduced. In no event will the Company reduce the compensation for the position to a level below the applicable jurisdictional minimum wage rate for the position. Los Angeles County and San Francisco Candidates only: qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment per the Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
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Skills Required
- At least 3 years of software development experience
- At least 2 years of native Android development experience
- Practical experience building Android applications with Kotlin and Java
- Solid understanding of computer science and engineering fundamentals
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience using AI code-generation tools such as GitHub Copilot, Anthropic Claude Code, Cursor, or similar
- Experience running experiments and using experimentation frameworks
Redfin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, with life and disability insurance, an EAP, FSA/HSA options, commuter benefits, and fertility benefits noted in company materials. These offerings are positioned as part of a robust package for W‑2 agent and corporate roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation and parental leave are described for employee agents, with additional mentions of paid holidays and sick time. These leave programs expand time‑off support beyond what many traditional brokerages offer contractors.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows eligible employees to buy company stock at a discount, and some roles receive equity. This ownership access augments cash compensation and is highlighted alongside retirement programs.
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What We Do
Launch, pivot, or accelerate your career with an organization invested in your success. Together, we’re transforming the homeownership journey and redefining what it means to serve clients with heart, innovation, and impact. At Redfin, your work will help make the dream of owning a home more accessible and equitable for everyone. You bring the relationships; we handle the rest. Our Real Estate Agents are at the heart of Redfin. They deliver the expert guidance and local knowledge that helps clients win in a competitive market. Redfin agents focus on what matters most — serving clients and building lasting relationships.
Why Work With Us
At Redfin, Powered by Rocket, your work unlocks a more seamless, personalized experience for buyers and sellers alike. Collaborate with industry leaders, leverage innovative technology and be part of a team that sets a new standard for client-first service.
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