Android Test Automation Engineer (Native App)

About Proton Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the defaultProton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right. Since then, we’ve built the world’s largest encrypted email service (Proton Mail) and expanded into Proton VPN, Proton Drive, Proton Pass, and Proton Calendar—tools used by millions globally to protect their freedom, fight censorship, and keep their data safe. In some situations, Proton has literally helped save lives!We are profitable, independent (no VC control), and selectively hire from the top ~1% of applicants. Our 500+ team members across 50+ countries come from leading organizations and elite academic backgrounds. We move fast, keep hierarchy light, and prioritize impact over optics. If you want to do meaningful work with exceptionally high-caliber people, this is it. Join us and do work you can truly be proud of. Check our open-source projects <a class="_ymio1r31 _ypr0glyw _zcxs1o36 _mizu1v1w _1ah3dkaa _ra3xnqa1 _128mdkaa _1cvmnqa1 _4davt94y _4bfu1r31 _1hms8stv _ajmmnqa1 _vchhusvi _kqswh2mm _ect4ttxp _syaz13af _1a3b1r31 _4fpr8stv _5goinqa1 _f8pj13af _9oik1r31 _1bnxglyw _jf4cnqa1 _30l313af _1nrm1r31 _c2waglyw _1iohnqa1 _9h8h12zz _10531ra0 _1ien1ra0 _n0fx1ra0 _1vhv17z1" href="https://proton.me/community/open-source" data-renderer-mark="true">here</a>!The team:We're a tight-knit, passionate Android engineering team building privacy-first apps that are trusted by millions of people around the world — and yes, our code is open source, so your work is truly out there making a difference. We move fast, skip the bureaucracy, and genuinely care about what we ship. Whether you're deep in Espresso tests or debating architecture over lunch, you'll be surrounded by people who are as excited about quality as you are. If you love Android, hate flaky tests, and want your work to actually matter — you'll fit right in.Tech Stack and Tools:Kotlin, Java, Espresso, UI Automator, MaestroWhat you will do:<ul class="ak-ul" data-local-id="f0c4922c-0068-4a66-9262-6bf8cdca4501" data-indent-level="1"><li>Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and pipelines for Proton's Android applications</li><li>Write and execute UI, functional, integration, and end-to-end test suites using modern Android testing tools and best practices</li><li>Work hand-in-hand with Android developers to define testability requirements and embed automated tests into CI/CD workflows</li><li>Hunt down bugs, document them clearly, and collaborate with the team to get them fixed fast</li><li>Perform exploratory and risk-based testing with a sharp eye on privacy, data integrity, and security behavior</li><li>Own and evolve the Android test infrastructure, including emulator farms, device labs, and test environment configurations</li><li>Dig into test results, spot patterns, and turn findings into actionable improvements that raise the quality bar</li><li>Champion QA best practices across the team and help shape how we think about quality at every stage of development</li><li>Review test code with the same rigor as production code — maintainability and scalability matter here</li><li>Keep up with the Android ecosystem, new testing frameworks, and open-source tooling so we're always ahead of the curve</li></ul> What we are looking for:<ul class="ak-ul" data-local-id="a04e22c3-adee-4dc5-b9f4-526efce37ac4" data-indent-level="1"><li>3–5 years of hands-on experience in Android test automation, ideally on consumer-facing apps with a large user base</li><li>Strong proficiency in Kotlin and/or Java, with solid experience writing clean, maintainable test code</li><li>Proven experience with Android testing frameworks such as Espresso, UI Automator, or Maestro</li><li>Good understanding of CI/CD pipelines and experience integrating Android tests with tools like GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar</li><li>Familiarity with Android emulators, physical device testing, and cloud-based device farms (e.g., Firebase Test Lab)</li><li>Comfortable navigating Android Studio, ADB, and the broader Android development toolchain</li><li>Experience with version control using Git, and a natural fit in an open-source collaborative workflow</li><li>A good nose for security and privacy issues — understanding of privacy-by-design is a real plus</li><li>Ability to read and understand application source code to sharpen test coverage and catch edge cases early</li><li>Sharp analytical mindset with a structured, detail-oriented approach — you don't let things slip through the cracks</li><li>Great communicator who thrives in a remote-friendly, internationally distributed team</li><li>Genuine enthusiasm for open-source software, Android, and building technology that protects people's privacy</li></ul> What We Offer:<ul class="ak-ul" data-local-id="e25015bb-9425-4411-8de9-ec5bcf9d0dc2" data-indent-level="1"><li>Work that Matters: millions of people trust Proton with their privacy. We answer only to our users — not advertisers, not investors with conflicting agendas, not governments. The work you do here is real, and the impact is measurable. (read more about our impact <a class="_ymio1r31 _ypr0glyw _zcxs1o36 _mizu1v1w _1ah3dkaa _ra3xnqa1 _128mdkaa _1cvmnqa1 _4davt94y _4bfu1r31 _1hms8stv _ajmmnqa1 _vchhusvi _kqswh2mm _ect4ttxp _syaz13af _1a3b1r31 _4fpr8stv _5goinqa1 _f8pj13af _9oik1r31 _1bnxglyw _jf4cnqa1 _30l313af _1nrm1r31 _c2waglyw _1iohnqa1 _9h8h12zz _10531ra0 _1ien1ra0 _n0fx1ra0 _1vhv17z1" href="https://proton.me/about/impact" data-renderer-mark="true">here</a>)</li><li>Stock Options: at Proton, we all have the opportunity to be owners of the company. From day one, you have a real stake in what we're building. When Proton wins, you win.</li><li>Technology: you'll get the right hardware and the right software you need to do your best work.</li><li>Learning & Development: we invest in your growth because sharp people make us better. Proton is one of the fastest ways to accelerate your career because you'll be thrown into real challenges, with real ownership, from day one.</li><li>Employee Benefits: your wellbeing isn't an afterthought. We offer strong health coverage, solid retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support so you can bring your best self to work every day</li><li>In-Person Collaboration: Amazing things happen when passionate, smart, and purposeful people get together in the same room. With offices across Geneva, Zürich, Barcelona, London and more, you'll spend most of your time collaborating face-to-face with people who genuinely care about what they're building</li><li>Food: Lunch and snacks are on us every day in our offices so you can focus on the work and not on what's for lunch.</li><li>Transport: getting to the office shouldn't cost you. We cover public transport, bike allowances, or parking, whichever works for you.</li><li>Flexible Working: you own your schedule. Set hours that work for you and your team — because outcomes matter more than when the clock says you started.</li></ul>Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.Candidate Privacy NoticeWhen you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their <a class="external-link" href="https://www.greenhouse.com/privacy-policy">Service Privacy Policy.</a> This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position. We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills.If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at careers@proton.ch.Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton.To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit <a class="external-link" href="https://boards.eu.greenhouse.io/protongdpr">our privacy policy page</a>.Salary range (Vilnius) - 48.800 - 54.200 EUR gross annual #LI-Onsite

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