Android Release Engineer-remote

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Android Release Engineer to manage the full release lifecycle for our Android application. You will oversee build pipelines, manage releases to the Google Play Store, and work closely with engineering, QA, and product teams to deliver high-quality updates on schedule. Looking to pay candidates $60-$65hr.

Responsibilities:
Own the Android release pipeline from internal testing builds to staged rollouts on Google Play.
Build and distribute Android app bundles (AABs) and APKs for QA and public releases.
Manage upload and submission processes through the Google Play Console.
Ensure metadata (release notes, screenshots, app descriptions) are correct for each release.
Automate build and release processes (e.g., Gradle tasks).
Monitor release health through DataDog dashboards (crash reports, ANRs).
Collaborate with QA, Product, and Engineering teams on release schedules and hotfixes.
Implement staged rollouts and handle rollback procedures if needed.
Continuously improve CI/CD workflows for Android delivery.

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Required Skills:
3+ years of experience in Android build/release engineering.
Strong understanding of Gradle, Android Studio, and the Google Play Console.
Familiarity with app signing (keystore management) and Play App Signing.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex release schedules.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Calm under pressure comfortable managing hotfixes or urgent rollouts.
Soft Skills:
Proactive communication across teams.
Highly organized with strong documentation habits.
Problem-solver mentality anticipates risks, solves issues before they become problems.
Passion for improving and automating release processes.

- Data Dog (SRE engineer)
- Code changes (NodeJS)
- Typescript more of a plus

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.