Architect - Android

About the Team When 10% of Indian households shop with us, it’s important to build resilient systems to manage millions of orders every day. We’ve done this – with zero downtime! 😎 Sounds impossible? Well, that’s the kind of Engineering muscle that has helped Meesho become the e-commerce giant that it is today. We value speed over perfection, and see failures as opportunities to become better. We’ve taken steps to inculcate a strong ‘Founder’s Mindset’ across our engineering teams, making us grow and move fast. We want Meesho to be at everyone’s fingertips! And, YOU can make that happen. We place special emphasis on the continuous growth of each team member - and we do this with regular 1-1s and open communication. As Android Architect, you will be part of self-starters who thrive on teamwork and constructive feedback. We know how to party as hard as we work! If we aren’t building unparalleled tech solutions, you can find us debating the plot points of our favourite books and games – or even gossiping over chai. So, if a day filled with building impactful solutions with a fun team sounds appealing to you, join us. About the Role As our Android Architect, you will join us in the Android Platform team. This is your opportunity to be a trailblazer in your industry. In this role, you will primarily focus on building a roadmap for our Android Platform. You will lead and contribute to all our engineering efforts – from planning and organisation to execution and delivery. You will collaborate closely with QA, other Engineers, Product Managers, and Designers across the company to shape the future of our Android platform. In addition, you will also actively participate in external conferences and conduct knowledge sharing sessions for the team. What you will do Define and evolve the long-term Android architecture strategy, including modularization and migration paths away from legacy stacks Drive cross-team architectural decisions and write ADRs that align mobile and platform teams on shared patterns Lead architectural reviews, deep-dive design sessions, and refactoring of high-impact surfaces Set engineering standards for code quality, testing strategy, and release readiness Own end-to-end app performance — startup, jank, memory, ANRs, battery. Champion AI-assisted developer workflows — Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, AI-driven code review and test generation and measure productivity impact. Identify and lead 2–3 crucial strategic projects per year from problem framing through rollout. Build the next generation of internal SDKs, design system components, and platform libraries consumed by other Android engineers. Recruit, mentor, and grow Android engineers; partner on hiring loops and career growth Perform deep code reviews that raise the technical bar Represent Android in cross-functional planning and shape the broader mobile roadmap What you will need 8+ years of Android development experience, with at least 2 shipped production apps Strong command of Jetpack Compose, state management, and the modern Android UI toolkit Hands-on experience with the modern Jetpack stack: Hilt, Room, DataStore, WorkManager, Navigation, Paging Solid understanding of architecture patterns — unidirectional data flow, MVI, clean architecture — and how to make them testable Proven debugging skills — memory leaks, ANRs, jank, cold-start regressions. Experience with performance tooling: Macrobenchmark, Baseline Profiles, App Startup, and R8 optimization Proficiency with modern networking and serialization (Retrofit + OkHttp, kotlinx.serialization or Moshi) and image loading. Strong grasp of concurrency, structured concurrency with Coroutines, and reactive streams. Experience with modularization at scale, Gradle build optimization (KSP, configuration cache, build cache), and CI/CD pipelines Comfort with AI-assisted development tools (Claude Code, Cursor, Codex) in day-to-day workflow Understanding of advanced Android internals — custom Compose layouts, background execution constraints, process lifecycle, security best practices Strong Git, code review, and collaboration habits About us Welcome to Meesho, where every story begins with a spark of inspiration and a dash of entrepreneurial spirit. We're not just a platform; we're your partner in turning dreams into realities. Curious about life at Meesho? Explore our Glassdoor - our people have a lot to say and they've helped us become a loved workplace in India. Our Mission Democratising internet commerce for everyone — Meesho (Meri Shop) started with a single idea in mind: to be an e-commerce destination for Indian consumers and to enable small businesses to succeed online. We provide our sellers with benefits such as zero commission and affordable shipping solutions in the market. Today, sellers nationwide are growing their businesses by tapping into Meesho’s large and diverse customer base, state-of-the-art tech infrastructure, and pan-India logistics network through trusted third-party partners. Affordable, relatable merchandise that mirrors local markets has helped us connect with internet users and serve customers across urban, semi-urban, and rural India. Our unique business model and continuous innovation have established us as a part of India’s e-commerce ecosystem. Culture and Total Rewards Our focus is on cultivating a dynamic workplace characterized by high impact and performance excellence. We prioritize a people-centric culture, dedicated to hiring and developing exceptional talent. Total rewards at Meesho comprise a comprehensive set of elements — monetary, non-monetary, tangible, and intangible. Our 9 guiding principles, or "Mantras," are the backbone of how we operate, influencing everything from recognition and evaluation to growth discussions. Daily rituals and processes like “Problem First Mindset,” “Listen or Die,” our Internal Mobility Program, Talent Reviews, and Continuous Performance Management embody these principles. We offer competitive compensation — both cash and equity-based — tailored to job roles, individual experience, and skill, along with employee-centric benefits and a supportive work environment. Our holistic wellness program, MeeCare, includes benefits across physical, mental, financial, and social wellness. This includes extensive medical insurance for employees and their families, wellness initiatives like telehealth, wellness events, and fitness-related perks. To support work-life balance, we offer generous leave policies, parental support, retirement benefits, and learning and development assistance. Through personalized recognition, gratitude for stretched work, and engaging activities, we promote employee delight at the workplace. Additional benefits such as salary advance support, relocation assistance, and flexible benefit plans further enrich the Meesho experience. At Meesho, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where every individual can thrive. In compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 , we uphold the following principles: Equal Opportunity : We ensure that employment opportunities are never denied on the grounds of disability if the candidate is otherwise competent to perform the job. Accessible Workplace : Our facilities are designed to be fully accessible, with amenities and assistive devices provided to support differently abled individuals in their work. Inclusive Hiring Process : We adopt a transparent and non-discriminatory selection process, including providing application forms in alternate formats and offering reasonable accommodations during interviews upon request. Career Growth : We provide adequate training post-recruitment and pre-promotion, with training materials available in accessible formats to enable equal career progression. Support & Confidentiality : A dedicated liaison officer/committee addresses concerns and grievances, while maintaining strict confidentiality of disability-related information. Awareness & Inclusion : We conduct awareness programs to promote a culture of inclusivity across the organization. Meesho welcomes applicants and employees of all abilities and is dedicated to fostering an environment where differently abled persons can achieve their full potential. Know more about Meesho here : https://www.meesho.io/