Android Application Development Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Android Application Development Engineer with strong expertise in Kotlin and hands-on experience building robust, scalable Android applications. The ideal candidate will have practical exposure to Android Jetpack components and experience integrating application functions with Android platform and middleware service APIs, particularly in areas such as Vehicle HAL (VHAL), Audio Framework, or other system-level Android services. Experience in automotive or embedded Android environments is highly desirable.

You will collaborate cross-functionally with designers, technical artists, and platform software engineers to develop apps for an enhanced in-vehicle user experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Android applications (Kotlin, Jetpack, etc.)
• Architect and implement application features using modern Android development practices
• Integrate applications with Android middleware and platform services, including but not limited to:
  • Vehicle HAL (VHAL)
  • Android Audio Framework
  • Other system or hardware abstraction APIs
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to industry best practices
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality products
• Debug and resolve application, platform, and service-level issues across different Android layers
• Optimize application performance, memory usage, and responsiveness
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making
• Ensure adherence to Android best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines
• Support integration, testing, and deployment activities across multiple Android versions and hardware configurations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Android application development
• Strong proficiency in Kotlin
• Solid understanding of Android SDK, application lifecycle, and UI frameworks
• Hands-on experience interfacing with VHAL, Audio Framework, or similar Android platform services
• Experience working in Linux-based development environments
• Experience with AOSP-based development environments
• Strong debugging skills using Android Studio, Logcat, and system-level tools
• Good understanding of multithreading, IPC mechanisms (Binder), and services
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead by example

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Android Jetpack (ViewModel, LiveData, Room, DataBinding, Navigation, etc.)
• Background in Automotive Android (Android Automotive OS / Android Auto) or embedded Android systems
• Knowledge of HAL layers, native services, or system-level architecture
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for Android builds
• Understanding of functional programming concepts in Kotlin
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional automotive or platform teams

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Family Building Benefit: Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • 17+ paid holidays, including a year-end shut-down from December 24th through New Year’s Day
  • Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plans:
  • Employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up contributions
  • Employer contribution even if you don’t contribute
• Income Protection & Insurance Options: Employer-provided and voluntary plans, including life insurance, group accident, and critical illness coverage
• Company Vehicle Lease Program: Eligible employees and their families can lease Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included, plus exclusive discounts on Stellantis products
• Support for Growth and Giving Back:
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan refinancing programs
  • 18 paid volunteer hours per year