Senior Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Android applications using Kotlin, Coroutines, and Flow
• Build modern UI using Jetpack Compose with MVVM architecture and reactive state management
• Develop and customize applications on Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Integrate with vehicle systems via Car APIs (e.g., CarPropertyManager, Vehicle HAL)
• Implement VUI/GUI features for in-vehicle infotainment systems
• Design and implement robust networking layers using Retrofit / OkHttp
• Ensure performance, stability, and responsiveness of applications in resource-constrained environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mobile, backend, embedded) to deliver end-to-end features
• Identify system bottlenecks and optimize performance (CPU / memory / rendering)
• Debug and resolve issues across application, framework, and system layers
• Port and adapt applications across different Android / Automotive platforms and hardware variants
• Contribute to development tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and automation workflows
• Maintain high code quality, modularity, and testability

Requirements

• Number of Years of Work Experience: 5+ years
• Required Skills:
• Strong experience with Android development using Kotlin
• Solid understanding of MVVM architecture and unidirectional data flow
• Strong experience with Coroutines and Flow
• Hands-on experience with Jetpack Compose
• Strong experience with Android Jetpack components: - ViewModel - Lifecycle - Navigation - State management (StateFlow / SharedFlow)
• Strong experience with networking: - Retrofit - OkHttp - RESTful API integration - Understanding of HTTP / TCP fundamentals
• Deep understanding of Android architecture and lifecycle
• Familiar with Android framework internals and system components
• Experience with performance tuning and debugging tools (e.g., Android Profiler, Systrace)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex issues
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Good understanding of Android system services and IPC (Binder / AIDL)
• Familiar with multi-threading, concurrency, and lifecycle management
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and build systems (Gradle)
• Preferred Skills:
• Experience with Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Familiar with Car APIs (CarPropertyManager, CarService, Vehicle HAL)
• Experience with system apps / privileged apps / AOSP customization
• Experience with audio framework or media system integration
• Experience with Bluetooth (especially automotive use cases)
• Experience with multi-device communication (ADB, remote debugging, device farm)
• Familiar with containerized or remote development environments
• Familiar with scripting (Python / Shell) is a plus
• Background in voice interaction, speech systems, or AI integration is a plus
• EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• All prospective and current Employees need to remain vigilant when it comes to executing security policies in the workplace. This includes:
• Following workplace security protocols and training programs to familiarize with the ways to maintain a safe workplace.
• Following security procedures to report any suspicious activity.
• Having respect for corporate security procedures to allow those procedures to be effective.
• Adhering to company's compliance and regulations.
• Encouraging to follow a zero tolerance for workplace violence.
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