TextNow, Inc.
Software Developer - Android (US)
San Francisco, CA - Hybrid · Senior
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The bottom of this range ($136,300) is below the Level I prevailing wage of $137,093. An H-1B cannot be filed below the prevailing wage, so an offer at the floor of this band could not be sponsored as posted.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $165,131 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Software Developers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Software Developers (15-1252) · San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- We believe that communication belongs to everyone.
- TextNow is redefining how people connect by combining simplicity, intelligence, and accessibility.
- We're a team of curious builders using technology to make communication more affordable and powerful for millions of users every day.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and sustain high-performance Android applications using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and Java.
- Lead architectural modernization and modularization to improve scalability and cross-platform reuse.
- Define and own the entire lifecycle of your systems: feature ideation, API design, instrumentation, deployment (CI/CD), live-traffic monitoring, unit/UI/e2e testing, user telemetry & data analysis, experiment design (A/B tests), and continuous iteration.
- Influence and evolve our architecture: propose and lead initiatives to decompose monoliths, build shared libraries and frameworks, improve modularization, enable reuse across Android, iOS, and Web
- evaluate new Android platform capabilities (e.g., new OS releases, device types, form factors, architectures) and lead their adoption.
- Partner closely with product, design, backend, and data teams to deliver seamless, high-quality user experiences.
- Drive technical discussions, mentor developers, and influence strategic direction across mobile platforms.
- A technical leader with the ability to create and lead roadmaps/initiatives that align to high-level business objectives.
- Influence and evolve our architecture: propose and lead initiatives to decompose monoliths, build shared libraries and frameworks, improve modularization, enable reuse across Android, iOS, and Web; evaluate new Android platform capabilities (e.g., new OS releases, device types, form factors, architectures) and lead their adoption.
- We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses.
Requirements
- Deep expertise in Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and modern concurrency tools such as Coroutines and Flows.
- Proven track record of architecting modular, maintainable systems that balance speed and reliability.
- Experience using AI and automation to improve developer velocity, reliability, or product intelligence.
- Our goal is to offer a competitive package that reflects the impact and expertise you bring to the team.
Compensation
- Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
- Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
- USD $136,300 - $273,900
- USD $148,700 - $298,800
- USD $123,900 - $249,000
Benefits
- Our benefits and more
- This is a brief overview of the benefits that TextNow offers its employees.
- More complete details can be found in TextNow's Benefit Guide and legal plan documents, which are available to employees on or shortly after their start date with TextNow.
- The benefits listed herein are for illustrative purposes only and may change from time-to-time in TextNow's sole discretion.
Company info
- Our values Customer Obsessed We strive to have a deep understanding of our customers.
- Give a Damn We are deeply committed and passionate about our work and achieving results.
- Equal opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
- Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact our Talent Team.
- TextNow Candidate Policy
- By submitting an application to TextNow, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with the TextNow Candidate Policy
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