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About the Role

Zebra Technologies is seeking an Android Developer Experience Lead to establish and spearhead the Developer Experience (DevEx) function for Zebra's critical developer platform. The goal is to elevate the experience for partners, ISVs, and internal teams into a cohesive, world-class developer ecosystem, making Zebra's Android platform a clear choice for developers by accelerating innovation through robust tooling, exceptional support, and emerging technologies like Agentic AI. This role involves launching and scaling the DevEx function across all Android-based Business Units to create a durable competitive advantage.

Responsibilities

Chair and lead the Android Developer Experience Council, setting the technical agenda, facilitating design reviews, and driving cross-functional decisions.
Author and enforce API Guidelines, establishing standards for API design, documentation, and versioning.
Champion the 'API as a Product' mindset, ensuring every developer-facing interface is treated with the rigor of a customer-facing product.
Act as the chief evangelist for the Android developer platform, promoting DevEx initiatives and best practices.
Represent Zebra at industry conferences, developer summits, and community events.
Develop and oversee technical training programs, workshops, and enablement materials.
Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for the Android developer experience, balancing foundational tooling with AI automation.
Serve as the 'Voice of the Developer' inside Zebra, leveraging community insights to drive platform improvements.
Hold authority to block API or SDK releases that do not meet established guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical engineering or a related field.
10+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 7+ years of experience with an Advanced Degree.
Experience in software engineering with deep expertise in the Android platform, its application development lifecycle, and developer tools (Android Studio, Gradle, etc.).
Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining public-facing APIs and SDKs.
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and drive complex, high impact projects to completion.
Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross-functional technical initiatives and drive consensus.
Familiarity with intellectual property protection, competitor analysis, and industry trends.

Skills

Strong programming skills in Java and Kotlin.
Expertise in software architecture, system design, and scalable software solutions for enterprise-level applications.
In-depth knowledge of multiple programming languages, advanced software development methodologies, and adopting GenAI in the Software Development Lifecycle.
Strong strategic thinking skills.
Exceptional innovation and creativity.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical talent.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong understanding of modern API design principles and modern software design patterns.
Familiarity with leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) and Agentic AI frameworks for code generation and automated testing.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to engineering, partner, and executive audiences.

Location

Lincolnshire, IL
Holtsville, NY
Austin, TX
Kennesaw, GA

Work Type

Hybrid
Up to 15% Travel

Experience Level

10+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 7+ years of experience with an Advanced Degree

Education Level

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical engineering or in a related field

Salary/Compensations

$138,800.00 - $208,200.00 Annual
Performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 15% of base pay

Benefits

Healthcare
Wellness programs
Inclusion networks
Continued learning and development offerings
Community service days
Traditional insurances
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Hybrid work
Adaptable hours
Summer Flex Fridays
Focus Fridays
Annual companywide well-being day

About the Company

Zebra Technologies is a community of innovators who develop smart solutions that anticipate customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected.
We collaborate to deliver on our purpose, pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow.
We offer opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Equal Opportunity

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.