Software Engineer II - Android at Alarm.com · Kraków

EBS is a rapidly expanding, entrepreneurial technology company and part of Alarm.com. Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6+ million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. We’re innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more.
As a Software Engineer II, you will work with a team of mobile developers building the Alarm.com Android application used by millions of customers every day to secure and manage their homes and businesses. Our mobile team works on the full spectrum of features including real-time video streaming, IoT device controls, security system management, and smart home automation.  As a Software Engineer II, you will have opportunities to work across various technical areas of our mobile platform. Typical projects will involve diverse technologies like Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Android media frameworks for video streaming, and backend API integrations. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to self-learn are must-have attributes. You must be able to communicate well within a team environment and work independently on self-directed tasks.  Very few companies innovate and develop across such a broad range of technologies as Alarm.com. This position is ideal for the candidate who seeks a collaborative, people-first company culture where one can work closely with smart and highly productive people across wireless, software, and hardware/device technologies to develop outstanding consumer products.
We are building a new team in Krakow.Our employees work fully from the office with the possibility to work remotely occasionally.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop Android features for our flagship mobile application used by millions of customers.
• Take part in the entire project life cycle, from requirements development to deployment, with lots of cross-team collaboration with iOS engineers, backend teams, QA, and product managers.
• Design and implement real-time video streaming features using Android media frameworks, including HLS/RTSP protocols.
• Build responsive, performant UIs following Material Design guidelines and modern Android best practices.
• Engage in the research, evaluation, and application of new Android technologies and methodologies to solve challenging project goals.
• Exercise good judgment. Know when to work quickly, and when to build a robust solution.
• Bring your ideas! We want our engineers to collaborate on product development, not blindly build to a spec.
• Other duties as assigned
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of professional Android development experience  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin (Java experience is a plus)
• Experience with Android Studio, Android SDK, and modern architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, MVP)
• Experience with Android Studio, Android SDK, and modern architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, MVP)
• Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON parsing, and backend service integration
• Understanding of asynchronous programming using Coroutines and Flow
• Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Experience leveraging AI/ML technologies in mobile applications
BONUS POINTS FOR…
• Video streaming experience using MediaCodec, HLS/RTSP/WebRTC protocols, or custom media implementations
• Experience with Jetpack Compose for modern declarative UI development
• Knowledge of Android Jetpack components such as ViewModel, WorkManager, DataStore
• Knowledge of Android NDK/JNI for native code integration
• Familiarity with reactive programming patterns using Kotlin Flow
• Experience with Gradle, modular app architecture, and dependency management
• Understanding of mobile security best practices (encryption, secure storage, authentication)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for Android applications
• Knowledge of mobile analytics and crash reporting tools (Firebase, Crashlytics, Sentry)
• Experience working with the broader Android ecosystem including Wear OS, Android TV, or app widgets
• Experience working with the broader Android ecosystem including Wear OS, Android TV, or app widgets
• Experience with iOS development, including Swift, SwiftUI, Objective C, and Xcode
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Collaborate with outstanding people: We have a strong focus on teamwork, and we work to create a collaborative and welcoming environment that enables our teams to excel.
Make an immediate impact: You can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new mobile features to millions of users. You will be empowered to perform as soon as you join the team!
Work with the latest technologies: You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge mobile and IoT technology. Our tech stack includes Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Android SDK, Coroutines/Flow, and integration with our backend services.
Be Empowered: We don't want to micro-manage you. We barely want to tell you what to do. We want you to own features and bring your experience to make those products best in class.
Long-term employment based on a permanent employment contract (CoE).
Attractive benefits package: including medical care, life insurance, sports package, annual budget for professional development ($2,000).
COMPANY INFO
Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we're innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more. We're seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them.
EBS Sp. z o.o. is a dynamically growing Polish technology company, combining decades of innovation with deep expertise in smart security solutions. We are part of the American corporation Alarm.com, a leading global provider of intelligent security solutions for homes and businesses.
For more information, please visit www.alarm.com or ebssmart.com
Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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