• Develop and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack components. • Implement complex, responsive interfaces following platform design guidelines (Material Design). • Integrate REST/GraphQL APIs using secure authentication, versioning, and best practices for caching. • Ensure modularity and scalability of the codebase using Clean Architecture and MVVM. • Create and maintain unit, instrumented, and UI tests to ensure release quality. • Participate in code reviews and define development standards. • Identify and fix performance, memory, and network issues. • Collaborate with backend, QA, product, and design teams to deliver business-aligned solutions. • Configure build, test, and release pipelines (Google Play), automating processes with Gradle and CI/CD tools.

• Work with Android source code and build system: synchronize repositories, manage branches and patches, integrate third-party components, and resolve build issues and conflicts • Develop, customize, and maintain Android BSP components, platform integrations, and system-level features for Android-based embedded devices • Modify and improve Android platform components according to project requirements, including customization for specific hardware and product needs • Develop, integrate, and maintain Android HAL components and support Android subsystems, particularly camera, display, and media • Collaborate with hardware teams to support platform bring-up, hardware integration, validation, and troubleshooting activities • Customize and maintain Linux kernel and embedded platform components: configure Device Tree, integrate and modify drivers, and support hardware-specific functionality • Debug and diagnose software and hardware issues across Android BSP, HAL, camera, display, media, and Embedded Linux layers using logcat, dmesg, ADB, and other debugging tools • Analyze root causes, document solutions, and contribute to system stability, performance optimization, and overall platform reliability.

About CrunchyrollFounded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love. Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime! Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. About the roleIn the role of Software Engineer I, you will report to the Engineering Manager - Mobile Video Players. As a Software Engineer on our Mobile video player team, you will actively contribute to the design, development, and optimization of our mobile video player library. You will take ownership of key features and improvements, ensuring high-quality code and performance. You'll collaborate closely with Engineering, Program Management, Product, and QA teams to help shape our technology roadmap and achieve our goals. You'll be a part of an international team of 100+ client engineers, where your contributions will help maintain Crunchyroll's position as the premiere Anime streaming service. We are considering applicants for the location(s) of Mexico City, MX Core Areas of Responsibility - Contribute to the design and implementation of software solutions for Android-based video player development - Collaborate on the definition and development of technical solutions that improve existing features or enhance architectural quality, such as optimizing performance, scalability, and user experience for Crunchyroll’s video player. - Identify performance bottlenecks and areas of improvement in the codebase that impact user experience or development efficiency, and work with senior engineers to propose and implement solutions. - Maintain high coding standards and follow best practices in Kotlin development, contributing to a culture of engineering excellence within the team. - Participate in design and code reviews, providing feedback to ensure high-quality product delivery and alignment with architectural strategies across the team. - Support a culture of operational excellence by focusing on efficient and maintainable engineering practices in your day-to-day work. - Stay updated on industry trends and Kotlin development technologies by researching and comparing new tools and frameworks to help keep our video player platform competitive. About You - You are passionate about application development and the streaming space, with 0-2 years of industry experience developing in Kotlin or Swift. - You are committed to upholding excellence in operations, delivery, and engineering practices. - You have experience developing and maintaining consumer-facing mobile applications. - You have contributed to Android solutions that serve millions of global users. - You have worked closely with product and program management to support technology roadmaps and project goals. - You can demonstrate experience collaborating with senior engineers and team leads to drive Android development initiatives. - You apply sound judgment to balance trade-offs between performance, scalability, and user experience. - You have familiarity with multimedia frameworks and protocols like MPEG-DASH, HLS, and video streaming technologies. About the Team(The "Video Player" team is a growing team of international engineers and technology leaders passionate about providing a world class streaming experience for our millions of Anime fans across the world. We provide and maintain solutions on all major device platforms. Your contributions on this team are front and center to our millions of fans, affecting the daily success of our company. About our ValuesWe want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We value - Courage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves. - Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding. - Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress. - Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others. Our commitment to diversity and inclusionOur mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. Questions about Crunchyroll’s hiring process? 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Role Description We are seeking a talented and creative UX Designer to join our dynamic team. As a UX designer, you will design and enhance user experiences across our digital products. Your primary focus will be understanding user needs, conducting user research, and translating insights into intuitive and visually appealing designs. The ideal candidate must have knowledge and hands-on experience designing applications following a lean user experience process and is passionate about creating seamless, user-friendly interactions that elevate the user experience. Key Responsibilities - Conduct user research and evaluate user feedback to enhance user experience - Perform a user-centered approach in the application design development - Advise on product decisions through user research, customer development, and iterative feedback loops - Implement Lean UX principles in defining minimum viable products (MVP) for prototyping and testing - Create wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas - Develop intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile applications - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals, and experience - Execute visual design stages from concept to final hand-off to engineering Qualifications - At least 3-5 years of relevant work experience in UX, product design and/or enterprise application fields - Experience creating flow diagrams, wireframes, prototypes, and visual comps, with a strong portfolio that demonstrates this - Experience using Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or other applicable design tools - Experience with the design and product development processes - Experience with early-stage design, ideation techniques, concept and usability testing, and other research methods - Excellent management, communication, and presentation skills - Experience collaborating with a cross-functional team of programmers with varying skillsets - Experience in balancing customer and user feedback to create a desirable solution - Experience with agile software development and lean methodologies Requirements - BA/BS or higher in experience design, industrial design, HCI, or related field or 3 years of relevant work experience in UX, product design, and/or enterprise application fields - 3 years experience with front-end Javascript development - Experience in synthesizing findings and creating actionable outcomes - Experience includes User Centered Design (UCD) methods - Experience providing input on product decisions through user research, customer development, and iterative feedback loops - Experience working in a balanced team to build, measure, and learn - Experience in the design and/or development of full-service applications - Experience working in a rapid and iterative development environment - Experience working in remote environments - Possess a current TS/SCI - Willingness to travel - 30% Benefits - We are 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, or veteran status.