Android Developer Experience Lead

Zebra Technologies Corporation•Holtsville, NY

21d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zebra Technologies powers millions of Android devices deployed across enterprise and frontline workforce environments globally. As our Android platform has scaled, the opportunity to build a unified, world-class developer experience has never been greater. As the Android Developer Experience Lead, you will establish and spearhead the Developer Experience (DevEx) function for Zebra's most critical developer platform. The mission is to elevate the experience for partners, ISVs, and internal teams into a cohesive, world-class developer ecosystem. This role is pivotal in making our Android platform a clear choice for developers by accelerating innovation through robust tooling, exceptional support, and emerging technologies like Agentic AI. You will launch the function and scale it across all Android-based Business Units, creating a durable competitive advantage for Zebra.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical engineering or in a related field is required
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.).
Strong programming skills in Java and Kotlin
Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining public-facing APIs and SDKs.
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
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and drive complex, high impact projects to completion
Strong strategic thinking skills, with a focus on long-term technical and business goals
Exceptional innovation and creativity in solving complex challenges and developing novel solutions
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical talent, fostering a culture of learning and growth
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with experience engaging with senior leadership and external customers
Familiarity with intellectual property protection, competitor analysis, and industry trends
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.
Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross-functional technical initiatives and drive consensus.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to engineering, partner, and executive audiences.

Responsibilities

Chair and lead the Android Developer Experience Council, setting the technical agenda, facilitating rigorous 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 across internal teams and external partner networks.
Represent Zebra at industry conferences, developer summits, and community events to build Zebra's credibility and visibility.
Develop and oversee technical training programs, workshops, and enablement materials to accelerate developer onboarding and platform mastery.
Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for the Android developer experience, balancing foundational tooling with forward-looking AI automation.
Serve as the 'Voice of the Developer' inside Zebra, leveraging community insights to drive platform improvements and reduce the learning and adoption curve.
Hold authority to block API or SDK releases that do not meet established guidelines, ensuring standards are enforced.