Architect - Android

Define and evolve the long-term Android architecture strategy, including modularization and migration paths away from legacy stacks Drive cross-team architectural decisions and write ADRs that align mobile and platform teams on shared patterns Lead architectural reviews, deep-dive design sessions, and refactoring of high-impact surfaces Set engineering standards for code quality, testing strategy, and release readiness Own end-to-end app performance — startup, jank, memory, ANRs, battery. Champion AI-assisted developer workflows — Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, AI-driven code review and test generation and measure productivity impact. Identify and lead 2–3 crucial strategic projects per year from problem framing through rollout. Build the next generation of internal SDKs, design system components, and platform libraries consumed by other Android engineers. Recruit, mentor, and grow Android engineers; partner on hiring loops and career growth Perform deep code reviews that raise the technical bar Represent Android in cross-functional planning and shape the broader mobile roadmap 8+ years of Android development experience, with at least 2 shipped production apps Strong command of Jetpack Compose, state management, and the modern Android UI toolkit Hands-on experience with the modern Jetpack stack: Hilt, Room, DataStore, WorkManager, Navigation, Paging Solid understanding of architecture patterns — unidirectional data flow, MVI, clean architecture — and how to make them testable Proven debugging skills — memory leaks, ANRs, jank, cold-start regressions. Experience with performance tooling: Macrobenchmark, Baseline Profiles, App Startup, and R8 optimization Proficiency with modern networking and serialization (Retrofit + OkHttp, kotlinx.serialization or Moshi) and image loading. Strong grasp of concurrency, structured concurrency with Coroutines, and reactive streams. Experience with modularization at scale, Gradle build optimization (KSP, configuration cache, build cache), and CI/CD pipelines Comfort with AI-assisted development tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Codex) in day-to-day workflow Understanding of advanced Android internals — custom Compose layouts, background execution constraints, process lifecycle, security best practices Strong Git, code review, and collaboration habits About us Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform; we're your partner in turning dreams into realities. Curious about life at Meesho? Explore our Glassdoor - our people have a lot to say and they've helped us become a loved workplace in India. Our Mission Democratising internet commerce for everyone — Meesho (Meri Shop) started with a single idea in mind: to be an e-commerce destination for Indian consumers and to enable small businesses to succeed online. We provide our sellers with benefits such as zero commission and affordable shipping solutions in the market. Today, sellers nationwide are growing their businesses by tapping into Meesho’s large and diverse customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, and pan-India logistics network through trusted third-party partners. Affordable, relatable merchandise that mirrors local markets has helped us connect with internet users and serve customers across urban, semi-urban, and rural India. Our unique business model and continuous innovation have established us as a part of India’s e-commerce ecosystem. Culture and Total Rewards Our focus is on cultivating a dynamic workplace characterized by high impact and performance excellence. We prioritize a people-centric culture, dedicated to hiring and developing exceptional talent. Total rewards at Meesho comprise a comprehensive set of elements — monetary, non-monetary, tangible, and intangible. Our 9 guiding principles, or "Mantras," are the backbone of how we operate, influencing everything from recognition and evaluation to growth discussions. Daily rituals and pro