Android Engineer Jobs in California

Android Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from entry-level positions through senior and staff roles concentrated in consumer apps, fintech, and enterprise mobile platforms. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego are the primary hiring metros, home to major employers like Google, Snap, and Intuit that maintain large mobile engineering teams in the state. The most in-demand specialties include Jetpack Compose, Kotlin, and cross-platform mobile development with close collaboration on iOS counterparts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles70
Top employerGoogle
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring17
Work type53% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Salesforce
Senior Software Engineer, Android Accessibility
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Senior Software Engineer, Android Accessibility
Salesforce
San Francisco, California
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$173k - $286k/yr
10,000+

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Uber
Sr Software Engineer - Android
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Sr Software Engineer - Android
Uber
San Francisco, California
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$202k - $224k/yr
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Abbott
Staff Mobile Engineer - Android
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Staff Mobile Engineer - Android
Abbott
Alameda, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Specialized Engineering
$114k - $228k/yr
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
10,000+

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Google
Senior Software Engineer for Android Google Dialer
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Senior Software Engineer for Android Google Dialer
Google
San Jose, California
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Software Engineering
$174k - $252k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Qualcomm
Senior Software Engineer - Linux / Android Telephony
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Senior Software Engineer - Linux / Android Telephony
Qualcomm
San Diego, California
Embedded Systems Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
$118k - $177k/yr
Doctoral degree in Computer Science
10,000+

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Android Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Mountain View
11 jobs
San Jose
7 jobs
Palo Alto
6 jobs
San Bruno
4 jobs
Sunnyvale
4 jobs
San Diego
3 jobs
San Mateo
3 jobs
Menlo Park
3 jobs

Android Engineer Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Google
    Google12
  • OpenAI
    OpenAI3
  • Walmart
    Walmart3
  • Whatnot
    Whatnot3
  • Uber
    Uber2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Fintech
  • Retail

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in android engineer jobs across California.

  • Proficiency in Kotlin and Java for Android application development
  • Experience with Android SDK, Android Studio, and Jetpack libraries
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs, third-party libraries, and cloud integrations
  • Understanding of Android UI design principles and Material Design guidelines
  • Experience with version control systems, particularly Git and collaborative workflows

Android Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a android engineer in California?

Android engineering in California has no state-issued license or registration requirement, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skill. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, though strong candidates also come from coding bootcamps with a compelling portfolio. Building published apps on the Google Play Store is the clearest credential you can carry into any California interview.

How much do android engineers make in California?

Android engineers in California earn a median of about $174,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,060 for the lowest 10% to over $272,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire android engineers in California?

Employers hiring android engineers in California right now include Google, OpenAI, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's density of consumer technology companies, streaming platforms, and fintech firms means android engineering roles appear across a broader range of industries than in most other states.

Which California cities have the most android engineer jobs?

San Francisco, Mountain View, and San Jose have the most android engineer openings in California. The distribution reflects the Bay Area's concentration of major consumer tech and enterprise software headquarters, while Los Angeles draws demand from media, entertainment, and startup ecosystems, and San Diego anchors openings tied to defense technology, biotech, and mid-size software companies.

Are there remote android engineer jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 63% of android engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative nature of mobile development work. Fully remote roles tend to concentrate in product-focused companies building consumer or enterprise apps, where output is measured in shipped code rather than physical presence.

How can I get hired as a android engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a published Android app combined with an associate or new-grad role at a California technology company. Large employers like Google and Intuit run structured university hire and associate software engineer programs that welcome candidates without professional experience. Transitioning from a QA engineer or junior iOS role is also a recognized lateral move in California, and completing a Jetpack Compose or Kotlin certification strengthens a portfolio-only application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to android engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to android engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each employer without any additional sign-up step required.

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