Why join Polycam?
Polycam's mission is straightforward: Democratize 3D capture and make it universally useful. We want to empower creators, builders, and businesses with access to the most advanced 3D capture technologies, wrapped up in a thoughtful system that makes them effortless, easy-to-use and deeply helpful to their work. By allowing people to transform their real world into high-fidelity 3D models using their everyday devices, Polycam is bringing a whole new generation of builders into the world of 3D. We believe the future of 3D creation is more than a niche skill; it's a universal language.
Polycam is a company that’s aware of its place in the history of imaging and photography. Our central goal is to deliver incredible 3D imaging capabilities to as wide of an audience as we can and watch what their creativity and excitement can do. To do that, we’re focused on making 3D capture seamless, affordable, and collaborative. We believe that people will do incredible things when handed wonderful technology, and we strive to get Polycam into as many hands as possible.
If you’re passionate about creativity, innovation, and making a significant impact, Polycam is the place for you!
What You'll Do:
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Android Engineer to help elevate our Android app and shape the future of 3D capture on mobile. The app is already live and actively used around the world, but we have ambitious plans for what’s next. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with high autonomy and wide-ranging impact. You’ll work closely with our iOS, backend, product, and design teams to evolve the app’s architecture, build high-quality features, and deliver an exceptional experience to our global user base.
Responsibilities:
- Build new features and improve existing ones in Kotlin
- Own large areas of the Android app and help set architectural direction
- Optimize for performance, reliability, and scalability
- Implement best practices around localization, accessibility, and global UX
- Account for international usage considerations including variable bandwidth, device capabilities, and connectivity
- Collaborate across disciplines to ship fast, high-quality updates
What We’re Looking For:
- 7+ years of experience developing Android apps (or equivalent practical experience)
- Expertise in Kotlin, Android SDK, and Android Studio
- Familiarity with architectural patterns like MVVM
- A strong sense of ownership and ability to independently drive features from idea to release
- Experience with RESTful APIs, async workflows, and mobile lifecycle best practices
- Experience with Jetpack libraries (Compose, Navigation, ViewModel, etc.)
- Understanding of profiling, memory tuning, and offline-first strategies on Android
- Experience with international UX considerations—bandwidth, localization, device variability, etc.
Bonus Skills:
- Experience with React Native
- Exposure to 3D graphics, spatial computing, or frameworks like OpenGL, Sceneform, or Filament
- Experience with computer vision, SLAM, LiDAR, or mesh processing
- Familiarity with ARCore
Salary Range:
The salary range for this role is $190,000 – $235,000. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary, therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
At Polycam, we're committed to the health and well-being of our team! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance to support your health and peace of mind. Maximize your benefits with both Health and Dependent Care FSAs for added tax savings. While we currently don’t offer a company match, we do provide a 401(k) plan through Guideline to help you plan for a secure and bright future.
We also offer a flexible PTO policy so you can maintain a healthy work-life balance, and one Monday each quarter, the whole company takes the day off to recharge. Enjoy flex-time working hours to fit your schedule and 12 weeks of parental leave to support you during life's important moments.
We’re invested in your growth—enjoy $1,500 annually to spend on certifications, courses, training, and more! Plus, we keep things engaging with in-person team-specific meetups, conferences, and biannual field trips to unique sites across the nation. Join us and thrive with Polycam!
Disclaimer:This job description is just the starting point! It’s not an exhaustive list of every task, duty, or responsibility you'll handle. Things change, and so might your role. We’ll keep you on your toes with new challenges and opportunities.
Physical Requirements:This role involves extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Polycam, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Polycam is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know—we’re here to support you.
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