Junior Android Engineer - Hybrid working model 100%, Ho Chi Minh City at SMG Swiss Marketplace Group

What will you bring to the ride?

• Fluency in English written and verbal communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ year of experience developing Android applications in Kotlin (Java is a plus).
• Basic understanding of Android components and tools (e.g., Activities, Fragments, Android Studio).
• Some exposure to modern development practices such as MVVM, Jetpack components, or reactive programming is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and apply best practices in mobile development, testing, and architecture.
• Comfortable with consuming REST APIs and working with local storage (e.g., Room, SharedPreferences).
• Curious, open-minded, and enthusiastic about growing in a collaborative team environment.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Exposure to CI/CD, version control (e.g., Git), or test automation frameworks.
• Awareness of mobile app performance and monitoring tools (e.g., Firebase, Datadog).
• Familiarity with privacy, security, or accessibility in mobile apps.

This job refers to our Real Estate brands, Homegate and Immoscout24, the largest real estate portals in Switzerland, with more than 15 million visits per month and more than 100,000 listings. We provide all users looking for a property with a transparent overview of the entire range of listings without them having to tediously visit different platforms. In addition to great products such as the mortgage or price calculator, we also offer editorial articles on topics such as housing and financing.

We are looking for an Junior Android Engineer who is passionate about mobile development and eager to work on high-quality Android application. As a key contributor to our mobile engineering team, you will focus on delivering clean, efficient, and reliable code, working closely with other engineers, designers, and product managers. This role is ideal for an engineer looking to deepen their Android expertise and contribute to complex projects in a supportive environment.

Join our dynamic team, located in six countries (Switzerland, Serbia, Vietnam, France, Germany, and India), where creativity thrives. Together, we tackle challenges, celebrate successes, and keep learning and growing.

Your Mission:

• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining Android applications, focusing on clean, maintainable code.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and senior engineers to implement new features and enhancements.
• Participate in code reviews, learn from feedback, and apply best practices to improve code quality.
• Write Unit and UI tests with guidance to ensure code reliability.
• Learn and apply modern Android architecture patterns to build scalable features.
• Continuously improve your skills and contribute to the team's knowledge-sharing culture.
• Help identify and fix bugs, optimize performance, and support releases under the guidance of more experienced team members.
• Stay curious and up-to-date with Android development trends, tools, and best practices.

Your responsibilities will evolve as we grow.

What do we offer?

• Competitive Benefits: Attractive salary, full pay during probation, 13th-month bonus, and full social insurance contributions.
• Generous Leave: 21+ annual paid days off, 24 days for learning & sharing, and flexible working hours with no overtime.
• Health & Wellness: Premium private insurance for you and your family, free food, and access to various classes and clubs.
• Growth Opportunities: Personalized development plans, yearly education budgets, regular Hackathons, and potential travel to Switzerland and Europe.
• Modern Work Environment: Hybrid model, top-tier equipment, and a friendly, agile, and transparent culture.
• Supportive Onboarding: Comprehensive assistance to help you settle in.

Recruitment Process  
We believe hiring is a two-way street, where both parties get to know each other. Here's what you can expect:

1. Initial screening call with HR – A brief conversation to understand your background and expectations.
2. Meeting with the Hiring Manager – A deeper discussion about the role, your experience, and how we work.
3. Home assignment – A small project to showcase your skills in a real-world context.
4. Technical Assessment – A follow-up session to review your assignment and discuss technical topics in more detail.
5. Casual Meeting with Director – An informal conversation to align on vision, culture, and goals.

At SMG Vietnam, we value diverse perspectives and individual growth. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every requirement. Together, we embrace differences, nurture potential, and celebrate success.

Apply now

To take this opportunity, send us your detailed CV and feel free to add any supporting documents we need to look at in order to understand  that you are the perfect fit.

About Us

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG. is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and cutting-edge European digital company that simplifies people’s lives with innovative products.

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG. provides customers the best tools to meet their life decision needs. The portfolio includes Real Estate (ImmoScout24, Homegate, Flatfox, alle-immobilien.ch, Immostreet.ch, home.ch, Publimmo, Acheter-Louer.ch, CASASOFT, IAZI), Automotive (AutoScout24, MotoScout24), General Marketplaces (anibis.ch, tutti.ch, Ricardo) and Finance & Insurance (FinanceScout24, moneyland.ch).
The company was founded in November 2021 by TX Group AG, Ringier AG, La Mobilière and General Atlantic.

Disclaimer

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG primarily engages directly with candidates. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without a prior request from our Talent Acquisition team will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.