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# Software Engineering Manager - Android

- **Company:** SourceIn Advisors Inc.
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $185,000.0 - $210,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Android Software Development, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Design of User Interfaces, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Privacy Controls, Scripting, Kotlin
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/sr-software-engineering-manager-android-chicago-il--87a52bc5-f6fb-4669-8339-504856b7f63f

## About the Role

* 10+ years in software engineering/architecture roles* Strong Android / AOSP / Android SDK experience* Proven experience leading engineering teams* Embedded systems / IoT / connected device exposure (nice to have)* Strong system design and architectural thinking* Ability to operate in complex, global environments* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, Android, Android SDK, Automation, Best Practices, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Embedded Systems, Engineering Management, Internet of Things, Java, Kotlin, Leadership, Privacy Controls, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Software Development, Software Engineering, System Architecture, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Tuition Reimbursement, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)

## Description

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager (Android Architecture) to lead the design, development, and evolution of a cutting-edge Android platform powering next-generation connected systems

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you'll shape architecture, guide global engineering teams, and influence the future of scalable Android-based platforms built on AOSP.
What you'll be doing

 * Lead the architecture of Android-based platform services and SDKs* Define scalable, modular, and future-proof system design patterns* Drive development across Kotlin, Java, C/C++ and Python* Collaborate with global engineering, product, UX, and hardware teams* Guide CI/CD, automation, and engineering best practices* Ensure security, privacy, and performance standards are met* Stay hands-on with code, reviews, and technical problem solving* Lead a distributed engineering team and grow technical talent


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