Senior Android Engineer

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Charlotte, NCPosted Today

Role Overview

Vanguard is hiring a Senior Android Engineer. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Charlotte. Part of Vanguard's Mobile hiring, posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Mobile roles is $150k-$200k (based on 100 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Are you a passionate Android Engineer? Do you want to work on a state-of-the-art application with modern design, architecture and tools in a truly agile environment? Come join our growing, enthusiastic and talented Mobile development team! Vanguard is heavily investing and committing to build a world-class mobile experience for our clients, and we are hiring top talent to build our new iOS and Android native apps. You will be joining a fun, collaborative and inclusive cross-functional team where individuals strong on aptitude and attitude have an opportunity to grow their professional careers through working with some of the most advanced technology, development practices.

This is a hybrid role (in office Tues, Wed, Thurs) based in Charlotte, NC.

What it takes:

Demonstrated experience with software engineering fundamentals including object-oriented design, data structures, dependency injection, and testable code.
Able to effectively communicate technical issues in a manner all can understand.
Able to work with Scrum Masters and Product Owners to prioritize work relative to both delivering business value and addressing technical debt.
Participates in system analysis, design, development, and implementation for our existing mobile native applications.
Translates stories into design & code.  Develops well-engineered code and test artifacts backed by automated tests.
Elevates code into the test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow-up Production support. Submits change control requests and documents.
Follows Agile software development methodology.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

Experience with Native application development
Proficiency in one or more relevant programming languages (e.g. Kotlin / Java)
Ability to learn new technologies quickly and demonstrate a hands-on understanding
Understanding of design patterns, integration patterns/practice, Data modeling principles and best practices
A good track record of project delivery for large cross-team projects
Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with engineers, managers, PMs, customers

Preferred Skills:

Experience with latest Android SDK / Android Studio
Dagger
RXJava
Retrofit / OKHttp
Jetpack Compose
MVVM
Git
Coroutines
Hilt
Espresso

Qualifications:

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent preferred or relevant experience
5+ years of software development experience
3+ years as a mobile developer

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Android Engineer position at Vanguard?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Vanguard. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Senior Android Engineer role at Vanguard remote or in-office?

This is a hybrid role based in Charlotte. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.

What does a Senior Android Engineer at Vanguard earn?

Vanguard has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Android Engineer role at Vanguard posted?

This role was posted on July 21, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Android Engineer role at Vanguard require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Vanguard lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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