Software Engineer II (Mobile)

About EVgo

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to build a sustainable business that powers our transportation and protects our planet. As a leader in clean transportation, EVgo sits at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and innovation.

We are rapidly expanding our national footprint through strategic partnerships with retailers, automakers, rideshare and, fleets, bringing fast charging to communities across the country. EVgo enables drivers of all makes and models to charge where they want, when they want.

At EVgo, sustainability is not just what we do; it is who we are. We are committed to reducing carbon emissions, advancing clean energy solutions, and building infrastructure that supports a more sustainable future. We believe great companies are built by great people. Our culture is mission driven, customer centric, collaborative, and innovative, with a strong focus on creating an environment where employees can grow and make a lasting positive impact. Join us as we charge forward.

Position Summary

The Mobile team is a vital part of our mission, focusing on the mobile application that serves as the primary interface for our retail and fleet drivers. In this role, you will be responsible for developing new features, optimizing app performance, and ensuring a seamless charging experience for thousands of users daily. You will work on high-impact initiatives—from enhancing our map-based charger discovery to integrating complex payment and session management systems. We are looking for a seasoned Android engineer with a demonstrated ability to solve complex technical challenges and implement robust, scalable mobile solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality Android applications using Kotlin and modern Android frameworks.
• Build and deliver new mobile features that enhance the EV charging experience for retail and fleet customers.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Design, Backend Engineering, and QA teams to define, develop, and release innovative mobile solutions.
• Integrate mobile applications with RESTful APIs, GraphQL services, payment platforms, and charging infrastructure systems.
• Optimize application performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability across supported Android devices.
• Participate in code reviews, technical design discussions, and architecture decisions to ensure engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues while continuously improving application quality and user experience.
• Contribute to Agile development processes, including sprint planning, estimation, standups, and retrospectives.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in Kotlin with a deep understanding of the Android SDK.
• Experience with modern Android architecture components including Jetpack Compose, Coroutines, Flow, and MVVM/MVI.
• Demonstrated results in building and maintaining high-performance, consumer-facing mobile applications.
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and how to efficiently integrate mobile clients with backend services.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented, and agile environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail and a passion for UI/UX.
• Familiarity with Bluetooth LE or NFC for hardware-to-mobile communication (e.g., Plug & Charge).
• Experience with Google Maps SDK and location-based services for station discovery.
• Experience building APIs, preferably with Node.js and Typescript.
• Familiarity with Gitlab CI/CD for mobile (Fastlane, Firebase App Distribution).
• Experience with high-availability mobile systems and offline-first data strategies.
• Background in EV charging, energy systems, or automotive tech
• Experience integrating and using analytics and logging platforms such as Amplitude, Braze, and Dash0.
• Familiarity with Jira or a similar project management tool.

Benefits and Perks

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus mental wellbeing support and wellness programs
• Financial Benefits: 401(k), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, life an…