Software Engineering Manager, Android Platform

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Lead and manage the Google team responsible for providing Unity platform support within an Android-based ecosystem that includes mobile and laptop devices.

• Empower Unity developers to effectively transfer their titles across various Android devices.

• Facilitate the utilization of device screen space, input methods, and ecosystem services.

• Investigate and implement runtime optimizations to enhance game startup times and overall performance on both low- and high-spec devices.

• Set benchmarks and work in collaboration with both internal and external experts to evaluate the performance of the Unity engine.

• Work closely with stakeholders to achieve measurable improvements in performance.

• Utilize AI workflows for analysis and delivery when applicable.

• Implement focused AI workflows designed for developers.

• Take ownership of and drive the immediate execution and technical strategy for the team.

• Collaborate with Unity engine, platform, and graphics teams.

• Articulate the team’s vision and progress to both internal and external audiences.

• Attract, nurture, and retain top engineering talent.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members, guiding their professional development and career advancement.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in leading and managing a high-performance software engineering team.

• Strong technical expertise in Android platform technology, including native C/C++, Java, and Kotlin layers.

• Demonstrated ability to work with internal product owners and external partners to establish alignment on benchmarks, technical specifications, and interdependencies.

• Proficient as a software engineer.

• Working knowledge of C++, C#, and Java.

• Capability to assimilate and comprehend a large and complex software product.

• Familiarity with real-time 3D rendering techniques and graphics APIs, including Vulkan.

• Methodical in prioritizing and developing innovative optimization solutions.

• Enthusiasm for the future of computer games and real-time 3D experiences.

• Experience leading remote teams using Agile development practices.

• Knowledgeable about the effective use of AI within the software development lifecycle.

• Proficient in English for professional verbal and written communications.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.

• Commute subsidies.

• Employee stock ownership opportunities.

• Competitive retirement and pension plans.

• Generous vacation and personal time off.

• Support for new parents through leave and family care programs.

• Office snacks available.

• Mental health and wellbeing programs and support.

• Employee Resource Groups.

• Global Employee Assistance Program.

• Opportunities for training and development.

• Volunteering and donation matching programs.

• Equity awards.

• Participation in company incentive programs, such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions.