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TEGNA Inc.

Senior Android Developer

TEGNA Inc.
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hybrid senior Knoxville, TN

First indexed 24 Oct 2026

Description

We're seeking a Senior Android Developer to lead the evolution of our native Android news platform, powering branded apps for 50+ TEGNA stations. You'll build new features, mentor teammates, tackle performance challenges, and set the technical direction for the app.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and ship features for our native Android app using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.
  • Own significant areas of the codebase and serve as a key resource for investigating and resolving complex product issues.
  • Write efficient, reusable, and reliable code within a Clean Architecture, multi-module structure.
  • Identify performance bottlenecks and drive solutions.
  • Mentor other developers through code review, pairing, and technical guidance.
  • Collaborate with developers, designers, and product/business managers to translate requirements into well-architected solutions.
  • Help maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines and release processes.
  • Rapidly learn new technologies and adapt to changing business and customer needs.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience, including 3+ years building native Android applications with Kotlin.
  • Hands-on experience with Jetpack Compose and modern Android UI development.
  • Solid understanding of app architecture patterns and separation of concerns.
  • Experience with Kotlin Coroutines and Flow for asynchronous and reactive programming.
  • Experience with dependency injection.
  • Experience consuming RESTful APIs and working with JSON.
  • Experience with local persistence.
  • Proficient with Git and code versioning workflows.
  • Understanding of design principles behind scalable, maintainable applications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative, team-first attitude.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) program with company match.
  • Paid Time Off and holidays.
  • Virtual doctor's appointments and therapy sessions.
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