Software Development Engineer

What you can expect

You will design, build, and own Android features for Zoom’s meeting platform — including a new partnership

project being built from scratch. You’ll be coding hands-on while working closely with PMs, designers, and a

globally distributed engineering team, and you’ll serve as the senior Android voice bridging US and China-

based teams. Your technical decisions will have direct impact on how the product evolves at scale.

About the Team

With eight specialized departments, the engineering team functions as a highly collaborative, diverse

powerhouse. Each department mission is to deliver seamless and innovative communication solutions. These

range from software development and machine learning to quality assurance teams that work to create and

maintain Zoom's user-friendly interfaces and robust infrastructure. The team continues to push the

boundaries of communication technology, bringing people together regardless of their physical distance.

Responsibilities

• Designing Android client architecture and leading hands-on development of features, including a new greenfield Google partnership project.

• Owning resolution of critical production issues across the codebase — including modules outside your direct ownership — and delivering root cause analysis under time pressure.

• Collaborating with China-based Android engineers, PMs, and designers to align on features, timelines, and delivery.

• Participating in code reviews and contributing to technical decisions that maintain quality across the Android client.

• Using AI tools actively for coding, debugging, and troubleshooting as part of day-to-day engineering work.

What we’re looking for

• Bring 5–8 years of professional software development experience with advanced Java skills and practical expertise in Android application development.

• Demonstrate expertise in Android SDK, Gradle build systems, and Android Studio.

• Possess effective communication abilities to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, such as product managers and designers.

• Adopt AI tools for coding and troubleshooting effectively—this is an essential expectation across the engineering organization.

• Demonstrate expertise using Git and participating in collaborative development workflows effectively.

• Bring hands-on experience with Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and C++/NDK for modern and performance- sensitive Android development. (preferred)

• Gain experience with unit testing, UI testing frameworks, or conducting large-scale log analysis. (preferred)

• Possess Mandarin skills is a plus to collaborate effectively with the team based in China.

Salary Range or On Target Earnings:

Minimum:

Maximum:

In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.

Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.

We also have a location based compensation structure;  there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations

At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!

Ways of Working
Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

Benefits
As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.

About Us
Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars.
We’re problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Our Commitment​

At Zoom, we believe great work happens when people feel supported and empowered. We’re committed to fair hiring practices that ensure every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, let us know—we’re here to support you at every step.

If you need assistance navigating the interview process due to a medical disability, please submit an Accommodations Request Form and someone from our team will reach out soon. This form is solely for applicants who require an accommodation due to a qualifying medical disability. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed.