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Android Engineer jobs are among the most OPT-friendly roles in tech. Employers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for Android engineers, and your 12-month OPT period (36 months with STEM OPT extension) gives you a strong runway to secure sponsorship. Your Android skills transfer directly into high-demand product teams.
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Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.
Waymo's commercial service is running in ten cities, and the associated infrastructure is in an early stage. Investment is required for Waymo to grow into a high scale, world-class service.
We are building a team of engineers dedicated to further enhance this infrastructure for our in-car experience. Our team is responsible for creating foundational components, libraries, tools, and platforms that empower feature teams to build and ship world-class experiences at scale. You’ll be a key architect in shaping the future of the rider journey in autonomous vehicles.
In this hybrid role, you will report to an Engineering Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Design, build, and maintain core Android frameworks and components that power the passenger experience.
- Create and enhance tooling to improve developer workstreams and overall productivity.
- Improve and optimize application and system performance.
- Collaborate closely with feature teams to provide the technical tools and direction for their projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of software development experience.
- Experience with Android platform and application development using Kotlin/Compose/View/XMLs.
- Solid understanding of the Android SDK, Android internals, and mobile development best practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We prefer:
- Experience building and maintaining shared Android libraries, SDKs, or components.
- Experience with performance analysis, profiling, and optimization tools.
- Familiarity with dependency injection frameworks.
COMPENSATION
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
- Salary Range: $175,000—$215,000 USD
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
INTRODUCTION
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.
Waymo's commercial service is running in ten cities, and the associated infrastructure is in an early stage. Investment is required for Waymo to grow into a high scale, world-class service.
We are building a team of engineers dedicated to further enhance this infrastructure for our in-car experience. Our team is responsible for creating foundational components, libraries, tools, and platforms that empower feature teams to build and ship world-class experiences at scale. You’ll be a key architect in shaping the future of the rider journey in autonomous vehicles.
In this hybrid role, you will report to an Engineering Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Design, build, and maintain core Android frameworks and components that power the passenger experience.
- Create and enhance tooling to improve developer workstreams and overall productivity.
- Improve and optimize application and system performance.
- Collaborate closely with feature teams to provide the technical tools and direction for their projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of software development experience.
- Experience with Android platform and application development using Kotlin/Compose/View/XMLs.
- Solid understanding of the Android SDK, Android internals, and mobile development best practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We prefer:
- Experience building and maintaining shared Android libraries, SDKs, or components.
- Experience with performance analysis, profiling, and optimization tools.
- Familiarity with dependency injection frameworks.
COMPENSATION
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
- Salary Range: $175,000—$215,000 USD
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Android Engineer
Target companies with active H-1B filing histories
Prioritize employers who have consistently filed H-1B petitions for software engineers. Companies with a track record of sponsoring Android engineers are far more likely to extend your status when OPT ends than those doing it for the first time.
Apply before your OPT start date if possible
Hiring timelines for Android roles average six to ten weeks. Starting your search two to three months before OPT begins gives you time to clear interviews and onboard without putting pressure on your authorization window.
Highlight STEM OPT eligibility upfront
If your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field, mention your 36-month OPT eligibility early. This directly reduces employer H-1B lottery risk and removes the main objection most hiring managers raise.
Build a portfolio with shipped Android apps
Employers sponsoring OPT students want low-risk hires. A Google Play portfolio with real users signals production-level competence and shortens the evaluation process, making you a stronger candidate than someone with only coursework or side projects.
Understand the CAP-exempt H-1B path as a backup
Universities, nonprofits, and government research labs are CAP-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery risk. These employers are worth considering if your OPT timeline does not align with the April H-1B filing window.
Be specific about your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility
Ambiguity about your authorization timeline slows decisions. Know your exact OPT expiration date, whether you qualify for STEM extension, and your STEM extension deadline before any recruiter conversation about work authorization.
Android Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Android Engineer jobs commonly offer OPT sponsorship?
Yes. Android engineering is classified as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines, which makes it one of the more straightforward roles for H-1B sponsorship. Large consumer tech companies, startups, and enterprise software firms all hire Android engineers on OPT regularly. Migrate Mate filters specifically for OPT-friendly Android roles so you are not sorting through listings that exclude work authorization holders.
Does my STEM OPT extension apply to Android Engineer roles?
It does, provided your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as computer science, software engineering, or information technology. STEM OPT extends your work authorization from 12 to 36 months and requires your employer to be E-Verify enrolled. Most mid-size and larger tech companies already meet this requirement, so it rarely creates a barrier for Android engineering positions.
What happens to my OPT status if I switch Android engineering jobs?
You can change employers during OPT as long as the new role is directly related to your degree field and you report the change to your DSO within ten days. Android engineering typically satisfies this requirement for computer science and software engineering graduates. Your 60-day grace period begins if you lose your job, so having a job offer before leaving your current role protects your status.
Can I work as a contract or freelance Android Engineer on OPT?
Self-employment and independent contracting are permitted on OPT if you are actively engaged in work directly related to your degree and can document it clearly. You must be generating income and doing substantive Android engineering work, not simply holding a company registration. This is more complex to document for DSO reporting and STEM OPT compliance, so most OPT students find traditional W-2 employment simpler to maintain status.
What types of employers hire Android Engineers on OPT most consistently?
Consumer app companies, fintech firms, healthcare technology companies, and large enterprise software organizations have the highest volume of Android engineering hires on OPT. These employers typically have existing H-1B sponsorship pipelines and immigration counsel on retainer, which streamlines the process significantly. Browse Android Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers are actively hiring OPT students right now.