Build the Android experiences used by millions of people Shape the future of mobile at REA, influencing architecture, mentoring engineers and helping move a major app from monolith to micro-frontendsJoin a permanent Senior Engineer (Mobile Android) role based in Melbourne, with the flexibility to work across mobile, web and the wider technology stackWe're REA With bold and ambitious goals, REA Group is changing the way the world experiences property.
No matter where you're at on your property journey, we're here to help with every step - whether that's finding or financing your next home.
Our people are the key to our success.
At the heart of everything we do, is a thriving culture centred around high performance and care.
We are purpose driven and collaborative, which drives innovation and our ability to make a real impact.
As such, we're proud to have been named one of Australia's Best Workplaces four times since **** — including third place in **** — plus Best Workplace for Women in **** and Best Workplace in Technology in **** and ****.
These listings are testament to every person who helps make REA a outstanding place to work.Where the team fits inThe Listing Experience Squad sits within the Residential Advertising Value product group.
We own the property details experience across web, iOS and Android — helping property seekers evaluate and act on properties from page view to offer.
Our work includes media viewers, tours, property highlights, calculators and integrations with the Listing Experience API.
We're a full-stack team of around five to six engineers, working across mobile, web and backend.What the role is all aboutAs a Senior Engineer (Mobile Android), you'll help build and evolve REA's mobile products, with Android as your speciality.
You'll remain hands-on while providing technical leadership, mentoring developers and influencing mobile architecture and engineering practices.
You'll work with product, design and engineering colleagues to deliver robust, maintainable and high-performing experiences.
While Android is your primary focus, you'll have the flexibility to contribute across APIs, cloud services, delivery pipelines, iOS and web when needed.Day to day, you'll:Design, build,



test and document Android applications and supporting services using REA Engineering standardsLead or contribute to high-value initiatives and deliver features from discovery through to deployment and optimisationSolve complex technical problems and share your knowledge to lift team capabilityGuide technical decisions, architecture and engineering practices in partnership with the Engineering Manager and senior engineersWork with stakeholders to design high-quality solutions that meet user needsMaintain existing products, resolve production issues and participate in the Day Pager Primary rosterOwn your code through production, with responsibility for reliability, security and performanceConnect with REA's mobile community and contribute to team culture, recruitment and continuous improvementWho we're looking forYou're a Senior Android engineer who can work independently, make sound technical decisions and contribute confidently in a collaborative environment.
You'll bring:Extensive Android development experience and strong Kotlin skillsExperience designing and maintaining scalable, high-performance mobile applications and supporting servicesStrong knowledge of mobile architecture, API integration, platform guidelines and performance optimisationThe ability to deliver significant features end-to-end and work across the stack when neededSound judgement around technical patterns and trade-offs, with the confidence to explain and defend your recommendationsA collaborative approach to technical debate, including openness to feedback and correctionA genuine interest in mentoring,



teaching and helping others growStrong communication skills and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear plansExperience working in an Agile environment with a focus on quality and user experienceA track record of resolving production issues effectivelyComfort with AI-assisted development tools such as Claude, Copilot and CodexOur tech stack and ways of working Agile, cross-functional delivery across web and native product experiences Mobile applications, APIs, cloud services and delivery pipelines A "you build it, you run it" approach to reliability, security and performance A tight-knit mobile community focused on knowledge sharing, pairing, mentoring and architecture A multi-year initiative to retire the legacy monolith and adopt micro-frontend patterns Thoughtful use of AI tools to improve efficiency and development practices A strong focus on engagement, wellbeing and psychological safetyThe REA experienceThe physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our people is something we'll never stop caring about.
This is a place to learn and grow.Some of our Perks & Perks include:A hybrid and flexible approach to workingFlexible leave options including, birthday leave and purchase additional leaveFlexible parental leave offering for primary and secondary carersOur Because We Care program offers employees volunteering leave, community grants, matched payroll giving and our Community Café donates 100% of revenue to charityHackDays so you can bring your big ideas to lifeOur commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
We believe teams with diverse ideas and experiences are more creative, more effective and fuel disruptive thinking.We are an Australian-based digital media company with a passion for real estate.
Our leading brand is Australia's biggest property resource, realestate.com.au.
We also operate the number one commercial property site, realcommercial.com.au, and have businesses that help property developers and other brands advertise with us.
Whilst we live in Australia, we've also got ventures in Asia and North America, and have the vision of expanding our footprint further.
Everything we do is driven by our purpose to 'change the way the world experiences property' - from product innovation to our international investments.
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📌 Senior Software Engineer - Mobile (Victoria)
🏢 Rea Group
📍 Victoria