Principal Android Engineer/Senior Android Engineer

Job description

WHO WE ARE: Ding is the global leader in cross-border value transfer. Since 2006, we’ve moved more than $6BN across borders — putting money directly into the hands of diaspora communities so they can support the families they left behind. Today, we operate in 160+ countries, partner with 600+ mobile operators, and serve some of the world’s most underserved markets with technology that is fast, reliable and genuinely life changing. We’re headquartered in Dublin and built by a team of 200+ people spread across the globe — engineers, operators and product thinkers who believe that moving value across borders should be as simple as sending a message. We move fast, build with purpose, and hold ourselves to four values: We’re Here to Make a Difference We are Thinkers, Linkers & Doers We Win Together We Imagine Boldly & Build Fast THE ROLE: Job Title : Principal Android Engineer/Senior Android Engineer Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh Type of Contract: Full Time Employee Salary Range: Negotiable ABOUT THE ROLE: As Android Engineer you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality Android applications that provide an exceptional user experience. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and backend engineers, to deliver robust and scalable solutions. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Design and develop advanced Android applications using Kotlin/Java, following best practices and coding standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, specifications, and deliverables. Participate in architectural and design discussions, providing valuable insights and recommendations. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to coding standards. Conduct thorough testing and debugging of applications, addressing any issues or bugs promptly. Optimize application performance, ensuring smooth and efficient operation on various Android devices. Stay up to date with the latest Android development trends, tools, and frameworks, and share knowledge with the team. Continuously improve development processes and workflows to enhance productivity and quality. Collaborate with backend engineers to design and integrate APIs and web services into Android applications. Work closely with UX/UI designers to implement intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces. Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and maintaining code quality standards. Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues as they arise. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience as a Mid/Senior Android Engineer, with a strong portfolio of Android applications. At least 5 years of experience, two in a senior role at least. Proficiency in Kotlin and/or Java programming languages. Solid understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, and related development tools. Experience with version control systems, such as Git. Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns. Familiarity with RESTful APIs and integration of backend services into Android applications. Understanding of mobile UI/UX design principles and best practices. Experience with automated testing frameworks for Android applications (e.g., Espresso, Robolectric). Knowledge of performance optimization techniques and tools. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. YOU WILL LOVE WORKING AT DING IF: You want your work to mean something. We move real money for real people — families sending support across borders, communities staying connected. You care about that. You thrive with ownership, not instruction. At Ding, you’ll shape the work, not just deliver it. We move fast and trust people to figure things out. You’re energised by complexity. We operate across 160+ countries, 600+ operator relationships and some of the most challenging last-mile infrastructure on the planet. That excites you. You want to work with people who are sharp, direct and genuinely collaborative. No politics, no silos — just a team that gets things done and backs each other. You’re comfortable with ambiguity and know how to make progress anyway. We’re still building the playbook in many areas, and you’re the kind of person who writes it rather than waits for it. LIFE AT DING: We’re building something that genuinely matters — and we want the environment to reflect that. You’ll get real ownership from day one, work with a diverse global team across 25+ nationalities, and be part of a culture that is high-performance without being high-ego. Beyond the work itself, we've designed our benefits around flexibility, longevity, and genuine quality of life. In addition to standard benefits, you'll also receive: ✦ YOLO Days & Dingversary Leave ✦ Work from abroad option (30 days/year) ✦ Insurance ✦ Wellness programme & regular events ✦ Learning & development support ✦ A mission you can be proud of ✦ A genuinely global team & culture Want to know more about life at Ding? Click here. EVERYONE'S WELCOME: Ding is committed to equal opportunity in everything we do. We know that great experience comes in many forms — if you believe your background is a strong fit for this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. HOW TO APPLY Apply directly through the link in this posting. Our recruitment process typically involves multiple stages.