Staff Engineer - Android

Requisition ID: 276468

At Tangerine, we’re redefining banking. As Canada’s leading digital bank, we thrive on innovation, agility, and bold thinking, tackling every challenge head-on with leading technology and the unstoppable power of collaboration.

Our client-obsessed teams deliver flexible, accessible banking solutions, breakthrough products, and award-winning service. Beyond banking, we’re committed to making an impact in the communities we serve and across our organization. We foster a culture built on integrity, inclusion, and fearless ambition – where diverse perspectives are valued, and people are empowered to do their best work.

Are you ready to disrupt the status quo? Do you crave challenges that push boundaries? If you’re a high performer looking to accelerate your career and reimagine the banking landscape, this is your moment.

Let’s shape the future of banking together!

What you will be doing:

As a Staff Android Engineer, you'll be joining one of our teams that's rebuilding our mobile banking / wealth application. You will be contributing to the development of world-class digital products and experiences on the Android platform that touch millions of Tangerine customers every day. We're looking to fill our team with influencers, makers, creators, and leaders who are flexible, curious, adventurous, versatile, and responsive; and who are ready to roll up their sleeves in a collaborative and productive environment to get things done. By joining our team, you will make an impact on our customers and the banking industry.

Is this role right for you? - In this role you will:

• Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain robust, efficient, and scalable Android applications using Kotlin and the Android SDK.
• Technical Leadership: Serve as a technical expert on Android projects, providing guidance on best practices and emerging trends in Android development.
• Code Quality & Reviews: Participate actively in code reviews to ensure quality, performance, and reliability standards are met.
• Mentorship: Coach and mentor junior Android developers, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (QA, Backend, Product, Design) to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize applications for speed, stability, and scalability, proactively identifying bottlenecks and proposing solution

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? - We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Experience: 10+ years of professional Android development experience, with a proven record of shipping apps to the Google Play Store.
• Technical Expertise:
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin (Java experience is a plus).
• Deep understanding of Android frameworks and components (Jetpack, Coroutines, LiveData/Flow, etc.).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party library integrations.
• Strong understanding of Android app design patterns (e.g., MVVM, MVI, MVP).
• Familiarity with Google’s Material Design Guidelines and best practices for Android UI/UX.
• Tooling: Proficiency with Android Studio, Gradle, and version control (Git).
• Testing: Experience with testing framework.
• Agile Methodologies: Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum environments, including sprint planning, task estimation, and retrospectives.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and collaborate in a fast-paced team setting.
• Define iOS architecture and engineering standards
• Influence roadmap and platform decisions
• Solve organization-wide technical problems

What's in it for you?

• You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team of Client-focused go-getters looking to learn from each other in an environment that celebrates and recognizes success!
• You will have access to thousands of online and in-person courses so you can shape your career growth with support from diverse industry leaders.
• You will get our help to save for your future and to invest in your total well-being through our Tangerine benefits.
• You belong here, and we are equal and uncomplicated. Bring your true self to work, dress codes don’t apply here.
• You will enjoy workspace flexibility and all the excitement that comes from working at the official Bank of the Toronto Raptors.

*Tangerine employees participate in Scotiabank’s pension & benefits programs (available to permanent employees)

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

At Tangerine we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the team, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.