Staff Software Engineer - Mobile Apps (US-Remote)

We are looking for an experienced Staff Software Engineer - Mobile Apps to join our talented, growing team! As a Staff Software Engineer , one will bring their technical expertise and breadth of experience to conversations.

This individual is a subject matter expert responsible for developing and maintaining functionalities within CDK’s cloud-based inventory management system, that leverages AI features.

Overall, the Staff Software Engineer focused on Mobile Apps is our senior technical leader within a mobile development team.

This individual will leverage their deep expertise in Java and mobile development technologies to oversee and contribute to the entire lifecycle of mobile applications.

Essential Functions (not limited to) :

• Lead contributor on multi-dimensional, complex projects and initiatives associated with inventory management software
• Leads functional teams and projects with complex resource requirements, risks and challenges
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex features for our mobile applications using Java and related technologies
• Works independently with guidance only in complex situations
• Impacts the achievements of customer, operational, project or service objectives across work teams
• Develops new concepts, methods, and techniques for cross functional initiatives
• Drives timely / quality delivery against business goals, while evangelizing and improving engineering excellence
• Solves a variety of highly complex and multifaceted problems within and / or across multiple areas
• Uses sophisticated analytical thought and provides unique thought leadership in evaluating issues
• Guided by long-term business unit goals and objectives
• Determines objectives and approaches to projects across business unit
• Mentors and provides specialized technical guidance to others within own function
• Partners with functional leadership to influence priorities and objectives
• Provides technical expertise to peers in other functions
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers to understand feature requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Communicate effectively with other software engineers to ensure code consistency and maintain a collaborative development environment
• Potentially contribute to technical documentation related to the AI aspects of the inventory management system
• Builds and maintains scalable, reliable, and secure software applications in a cloud environment

Required Qualification and Attributes :

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 8+ years of programming experience or 10+ years of progressive programming experience, with a strong focus on Mobile development
• Programming and design experience with proven track record of delivering products in production
• Ability to lead design for complex projects
• Ability to technically document software deliverables through use cases, design documents, and technical specifications
• Proficient with test-driven development and web template technologies
• Experience utilizing Agile and Scrum software development methodologies
• Ability to document, track and monitor a problem / issue to a timely resolution
• Ability to design components for scale, performance, and experience
• Knowledge of operating systems
• Collaborative problem-solving ability and self-motivated
• Action-oriented and results-focused
• Strong influencing skills; strong verbal and written communication skills along with prioritization of duties

Strongly Preferred Qualifications :

Master's degree in related field with 6+ years of programming experience

7+ years of mobile development i.e. : IOS / Android

React, Swift, Objective-C, Java and / or Kotlin

Relevant AI-powered inventory management experience

SaaS or Automotive Industry

Base Salary Ranges : $145,000 - $180,000

CDK Global is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, certifications, and work location.

The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, benefits and / or other applicable incentive compensation plans.

We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in addition to :

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K Matching Program

Tuition Reimbursement