Sr Android Engineer, Contractor

Owlet (NYSE: OWLT) is changing the world of parenting with meaningful products that truly make a difference for millions around the world by bringing joy, peace and sleep to the parenting journey.  We are focused on helping parents take care of their little ones so we can keep every baby safe and healthy.

JOB OVERVIEW:

As an Android Engineer, you have the knowledge and skills to create breakthrough technology to help bring Owlet smart devices to life. In addition to collaborating with other Android developers to create top-tier applications, you'll also join forces with other engineering disciplines to create a comprehensive, innovative smart-device experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate engineering team creating solutions that change lives.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and build customer-facing apps for the Android platform
• Own tasks end-to-end with a proactive, solution-driven mindset in a fast-paced environment.
• Architect modular, reusable code
• Collaborate with the product team to define, design, and ship new features
• Write clean code and comprehensive tests
• Work with outside data sources and APIs
• Work on bug fixing and improving app performance
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technology

• B.S. degree in a computer oriented field (or equivalent experience)  and 5+ years of work experience
• Deep understanding of Android paradigms
• Passion for Kotlin
• Experience with collaborative source control, preferably Git
• Experience developing feature-rich Android apps
• Highly collaborative problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to rapidly iterate from prototype to shipping product
• Solid understanding of memory management
• Familiarity with instrumentation and analysis tools
• Comfortable with Test-Driven Development, Continuous Build and Integration methodologies
• You are upbeat, adaptable, and results oriented with a positive attitude
• You have excellent judgment and integrity with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Proven ability to take ownership, solve problems proactively, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Preferred: experience developing apps for IoT devices, especially Bluetooth devices
• Preferred: experience working within a larger product team
• Bonus: experience/interest with YAML, Gradle, structured concurrency, Jetpack Compose, and Kotlin Multiplatform

Benefits 

Owlet offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical plan options (PPO and High-Deductible with HSA), plus dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Wellness resources include mental health support, EAP access, and fitness incentives.
• Financial Benefits: A competitive 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase program, and potential equity grants.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous flexible PTO policy, including Flex Fridays, paid parental leave (up to 14 weeks), and remote/hybrid work options.

Owlet Baby Care, Inc. is the equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.