Software Development Engineer II, Android, Navigation SDK

About the role

Mapbox is seeking a Software Development Engineer II to help shape the future of its Navigation SDK on Android. You will work on large‑scale, cross‑functional projects that bring together multiple Mapbox SDKs (Navigation, Maps, Search) to enable fast, reliable navigation experiences for automotive, logistics, and consumer applications.

Key responsibilities

• Define and oversee the architecture of large‑scale, cross‑functional initiatives.
• Drive improvements in development processes, code quality, and best practices across teams.
• Participate in technical discussions that influence long‑term strategy and scalability.
• Mentor team members and foster knowledge sharing.
• Hands‑on development of high‑quality SDK features, including API design, implementation, and performance optimization.
• Debug, profile, and resolve performance issues across platforms.

Required profile

• Proven track record of shipping complex Android applications and SDKs.
• Strong focus on usability and delivering great developer experiences.
• Passion for building frameworks and developer tools.
• Interest in integrating AI into engineering workflows.

Required skills

• Kotlin
• Java
• Android SDK development
• Testing methodologies and frameworks
• API design
• Debugging and profiling
• Performance optimization
• Cross‑platform implementation knowledge