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Android Developer jobs on OPT are widely available at companies that file H-1B visa petitions, making them a strong fit for F-1 students on standard 24-month STEM OPT. Most roles require proficiency in Kotlin or Java, and employers typically expect hands-on experience with Android Studio and the Android SDK.
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Get Access To All JobsThe Digital Consumer team powers digital experiences and engagement to enhance the lives of millions of people every day through connected care. We build, deliver, and manage a portfolio of data management platforms and mobile offerings in support of our core businesses. We thrive on simple and elegant architecture, strong engineering practices, and agility. You’ll be immersed in a dynamic high-growth environment and empowered to excel, take informed risks, and drive ingenuity across the enterprise.
Location - San Diego, Hybrid
About the Role
As an Android Engineer, you will be part of a highly collaborative team working on modern mobile technologies in the growing digital health space. We’re a team of engineers, designers, and product professionals who are passionate about creating meaningful experiences that help people around the world breathe easier.
You will be part of a team that partners closely with UX designers, product managers, and platform engineers to build and evolve shared UI foundations used throughout our digital consumer experiences. You will also collaborate with product teams to ensure these foundations enable the delivery of high-quality customer experiences across our mobile applications.
You will work closely with talented engineers, designers, product managers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver industry-leading mobile applications while helping establish patterns and components that can be leveraged across teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality Android applications and shared mobile components
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and evolution of reusable UI components and shared Android frameworks
- Partner closely with UX designers to translate design patterns into scalable, accessible, and maintainable Android implementations
- Help drive consistency, quality, and usability across our mobile applications through shared components and best practices
- Collaborate with engineers and product owners to identify software solutions to complex problems in our industry
- Advocate for accessibility, performance, reliability, and developer experience when building shared mobile solutions
- Collaborate with engineers across teams, including iOS counterparts, to encourage consistency and continuous improvement of shared mobile capabilities
- Take a quality-first approach to software development by producing unit tests and supporting automated functional testing wherever possible
- Leverage modern development tools, including AI-assisted engineering workflows, to improve productivity, code quality, and team effectiveness
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
- Support other engineers through collaboration, pairing, code reviews, and knowledge sharing
- Contribute to technical discussions and participate in technical interviews as appropriate
Qualifications and Experience
Required:
- Hands-on experience developing Android applications using Kotlin
- Experience with modern Android development practices, including Jetpack, Coroutines, and Android architecture components
- Experience with Jetpack Compose
- Understanding of Android application architecture and common design patterns such as MVVM or clean architecture
- Experience contributing to production mobile applications
- Experience with Continuous Integration, automated testing, and mobile release workflows
- Experience writing unit tests and supporting automated UI or integration testing
- Experience collaborating with designers and cross-functional product teams
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
- Experience working with REST APIs, GraphQL, or other service integrations
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of professional software development experience, including Android development
Preferred:
- Experience working with peripherals, wearables, and Bluetooth is desirable
- Experience building reusable UI components, frameworks, or shared libraries
- Experience contributing to or implementing a mobile Design System
- Experience working with modular Android architectures
- Experience with Gradle, dependency management, and scalable build practices
- Experience collaborating with iOS engineers to deliver consistent cross-platform experiences
- Experience with performance profiling, accessibility testing, and mobile app quality practices
- Familiarity with Android app distribution, observability, crash reporting, and analytics tools
Why join us
At Resmed, you’ll be part of a mission driven company focused on improving health and quality of life. This role offers high visibility, the chance to learn from senior brand leaders, and the opportunity to shape how Resmed shows up across global markets. You’ll grow your skills in brand strategy, cross functional collaboration, and brand governance at scale.
We are shaping the future at Resmed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract and retain the world’s best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees receive Flexible Time Off (FTO), receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members.
Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.
At Resmed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current base range for this position is: $111,000 - $167,000 USD.
Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
The Digital Consumer team powers digital experiences and engagement to enhance the lives of millions of people every day through connected care. We build, deliver, and manage a portfolio of data management platforms and mobile offerings in support of our core businesses. We thrive on simple and elegant architecture, strong engineering practices, and agility. You’ll be immersed in a dynamic high-growth environment and empowered to excel, take informed risks, and drive ingenuity across the enterprise.
Location - San Diego, Hybrid
About the Role
As an Android Engineer, you will be part of a highly collaborative team working on modern mobile technologies in the growing digital health space. We’re a team of engineers, designers, and product professionals who are passionate about creating meaningful experiences that help people around the world breathe easier.
You will be part of a team that partners closely with UX designers, product managers, and platform engineers to build and evolve shared UI foundations used throughout our digital consumer experiences. You will also collaborate with product teams to ensure these foundations enable the delivery of high-quality customer experiences across our mobile applications.
You will work closely with talented engineers, designers, product managers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver industry-leading mobile applications while helping establish patterns and components that can be leveraged across teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality Android applications and shared mobile components
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and evolution of reusable UI components and shared Android frameworks
- Partner closely with UX designers to translate design patterns into scalable, accessible, and maintainable Android implementations
- Help drive consistency, quality, and usability across our mobile applications through shared components and best practices
- Collaborate with engineers and product owners to identify software solutions to complex problems in our industry
- Advocate for accessibility, performance, reliability, and developer experience when building shared mobile solutions
- Collaborate with engineers across teams, including iOS counterparts, to encourage consistency and continuous improvement of shared mobile capabilities
- Take a quality-first approach to software development by producing unit tests and supporting automated functional testing wherever possible
- Leverage modern development tools, including AI-assisted engineering workflows, to improve productivity, code quality, and team effectiveness
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
- Support other engineers through collaboration, pairing, code reviews, and knowledge sharing
- Contribute to technical discussions and participate in technical interviews as appropriate
Qualifications and Experience
Required:
- Hands-on experience developing Android applications using Kotlin
- Experience with modern Android development practices, including Jetpack, Coroutines, and Android architecture components
- Experience with Jetpack Compose
- Understanding of Android application architecture and common design patterns such as MVVM or clean architecture
- Experience contributing to production mobile applications
- Experience with Continuous Integration, automated testing, and mobile release workflows
- Experience writing unit tests and supporting automated UI or integration testing
- Experience collaborating with designers and cross-functional product teams
- Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
- Experience working with REST APIs, GraphQL, or other service integrations
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of professional software development experience, including Android development
Preferred:
- Experience working with peripherals, wearables, and Bluetooth is desirable
- Experience building reusable UI components, frameworks, or shared libraries
- Experience contributing to or implementing a mobile Design System
- Experience working with modular Android architectures
- Experience with Gradle, dependency management, and scalable build practices
- Experience collaborating with iOS engineers to deliver consistent cross-platform experiences
- Experience with performance profiling, accessibility testing, and mobile app quality practices
- Familiarity with Android app distribution, observability, crash reporting, and analytics tools
Why join us
At Resmed, you’ll be part of a mission driven company focused on improving health and quality of life. This role offers high visibility, the chance to learn from senior brand leaders, and the opportunity to shape how Resmed shows up across global markets. You’ll grow your skills in brand strategy, cross functional collaboration, and brand governance at scale.
We are shaping the future at Resmed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract and retain the world’s best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees receive Flexible Time Off (FTO), receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members.
Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.
At Resmed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current base range for this position is: $111,000 - $167,000 USD.
Joining us is more than saying “yes” to making the world a healthier place. It’s discovering a career that’s challenging, supportive and inspiring. Where a culture driven by excellence helps you not only meet your goals, but also create new ones. We focus on creating a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging individual expression in the workplace and thrive on the innovative ideas this generates. If this sounds like the workplace for you, apply now! We commit to respond to every applicant.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Android Developer
Target companies with active H-1B filing histories
Companies that filed H-1B visa petitions for software engineers in the past two years are your strongest leads. They've already built the internal process and legal relationships needed to sponsor you after OPT ends.
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility upfront
Android development falls under CIP codes that qualify for 24-month STEM OPT extensions. Mention this in your cover letter and early conversations so employers know sponsorship timelines are manageable and not an immediate pressure.
Build a portfolio with published Android apps
Employers evaluate Android candidates heavily on real output. Two or three published apps on the Google Play Store, even small ones, demonstrate end-to-end development skills and remove doubt about your technical readiness faster than a resume alone.
Demonstrate depth in Kotlin, not just familiarity
Most Android job postings list Kotlin as a requirement, not a preference. Showing fluency in coroutines, Jetpack Compose, and modern architecture patterns like MVVM signals seniority and makes you a stronger candidate for sponsorship-willing roles.
Prioritize startups and mid-size tech companies
Startups and mid-size tech firms often have more flexibility around sponsorship than large enterprises with rigid HR policies. They also hire Android developers at a higher rate relative to their headcount, giving you more negotiating room.
Address OPT timing directly in recruiter conversations
Recruiters screen on visa status early. Be ready to explain your OPT end date, your STEM extension eligibility, and the H-1B timeline. Candidates who communicate this clearly reduce recruiter uncertainty and move further in the process.
Android Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Android Developer on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Android Developer roles qualify for F-1 OPT because they fall under computer science and software engineering, both STEM-designated fields of study. Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, and if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field, you can apply for a 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months total.
Do Android Developer jobs typically come with H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, but not universally. Companies in fintech, enterprise software, and consumer tech sponsor Android developers regularly because mobile talent is in consistent demand. Smaller companies may be willing but less experienced with the process. Searching Migrate Mate filters for sponsorship-willing employers, which saves time by focusing your applications on companies already open to it.
Does my computer science or software engineering degree qualify me for STEM OPT extension as an Android Developer?
Yes, if your degree is classified under a STEM-designated CIP code, such as computer science, computer engineering, or information technology, your Android Developer job will almost certainly qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The role needs to be directly related to your degree field, which Android development clearly satisfies for CS and software engineering graduates.
What technical skills do Android Developer employers look for on OPT candidates?
Kotlin is now the primary language for Android development and is listed as a requirement in the majority of job postings. Employers also look for experience with Jetpack libraries, RESTful API integration, Android Studio, and version control with Git. Familiarity with testing frameworks like Espresso and clean architecture patterns like MVVM or Clean Architecture strengthens your candidacy significantly.
How far in advance should I start applying for Android Developer jobs on OPT?
Start applying three to four months before your OPT start date. Many employers, especially those with formal onboarding cycles, want candidates who can start within a predictable window. Applying too early can cause offers to expire before your authorization begins, while applying too late limits your options. Give yourself enough runway to complete multiple interview cycles.