Software Engineer - Android

Job Summary:

At Walgreens in the Retail Consumer and Technology division, we are looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer - Android to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in software development and a desire to advance their expertise in software design while contributing to meaningful projects.

As a vital member of our engineering team, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, share your knowledge, and become a reliable resource for your peers. You’ll play a significant role in design processes, collaborating on innovative solutions, and taking ownership of projects as leadership opportunities arise.

We’re seeking candidates with exceptional communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills who thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited to contribute to cutting-edge retail and consumer technology solutions.

If you are eager to grow your career, partner with a talented team of engineers, and take on new challenges with increasing responsibilities, we encourage you to apply and become part of our journey to transform the future of retail technology.

Job Responsibilities:

• Writes code that meets specifications. Develops software applications and tools.

• Completes programming and performs testing and debugging applications

• Develops software applications and tools using Agile development methodologies.

• Participates actively in the design, architecture and build phases, to aim at producing high quality deliverables, working with existing architects where appropriate.

• Participates in the evaluation of compatibility of programs with existing communications hardware and software features. Develops professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.

• Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.

• Builds productive internal/external working relationships.

• Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. Usually works with some supervision, conferring with superiors on unusual or complex matters

• Demonstrates proficiency in several areas of the professional function.

• Has working knowledge of programming languages important to the organization

• Effectively resolves problems and roadblocks as they occur. Has working knowledge of programming languages important to the organization.

• Interacts with internal and external peers and/or managers to exchange semi-complex information related to assigned activities.

• Acts as individual contributor as well as team member

• Utilizes experience in order to identify problematic relationships.

• Anticipates, prevents and eliminates problems and creates efficient fixes.

• Gathers and updates necessary information and communicates to appropriate parties.

About Walgreens and WBA
Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader with a 170 year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health. Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to care for the nation’s medically underserved populations. To best meet the needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver high quality products and services in communities nationwide.
The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans".

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 2 years of Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar field experience OR High School/ GED and at least 4 years of Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar field experience

• Experience writing code for applications or automation

• Experience with programming languages for online applications, microservices, APIs or mobile applications

• Experience building, testing applications or automation

• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle

• Experience creating coding solutions to fix moderate problems/issues

• Willing to travel up to 5% of the time for business purposes (domestically and/or internationally).

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar field

• Experience working in an Agile environment

• At least 2 years of progressively complex related experience.

• Mobile Developer

• 2 Years of Mobile App development experience and hands-on skills in Kotlin (Android)

• NICE TO HAVE - 2 years of Mobile App development experience and hands on skills in Swift, SwiftUI, Objective C (iOS)

• Experience in building client applications consuming JSON based on APIs

• Experience in Test Driven Development and Testing Automation

• Knowledge of software engineering best practices including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build process, testing & operations

• Experience with ensuring code is compliant with Accessibility standards

• Experience in building Design patterns, modularized apps

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