Software Engineer, AI Wearables

About Lenovo & Motorola

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high-performance computing and software-defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services.

Motorola’s software development philosophy is based on key foundations: building on pure Android experiences that complement Android, ensuring software brings value to the consumer, and constantly improving software experiences on released phones through faster Android upgrades and Motorola app updates. At Motorola, we use our talent and passion to help the company build world-class experiences and products on a foundation of Android, the world’s best mobile operating system.

About the Role

As a Software Development Engineer in Motorola’s Mobile Business Group, you'll play a pivotal role in leveraging cutting-edge technologies and AI to craft unique innovations across Motorola devices, including smartphones, wearables, and innovative form factors. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and create innovations that push the boundaries of what's possible in the mobile and wearable space, with a focus on AI wearable technology.

Responsibilities

• Android Application and Framework development: Develop Android applications and native software across different subsystems of mobile devices, including requirements definition, planning, design, testing, debugging, and competitive analysis.
• On-Device AI Integration: Implement on-device AI frameworks and libraries to enable real-time AI processing, ensuring efficient utilization of device resources.
• Off-Device AI Infrastructure: Architect and maintain scalable infrastructure for off-device AI processing, leveraging cloud services and distributed computing techniques.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize AI algorithms and workflows to achieve optimal performance on mobile devices while balancing computational resources and battery life.
• Collaboration: Work with product managers, designers, and other engineers to ideate and implement AI-powered features that enhance user experiences.
• Research and Innovation: Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI technologies and contribute to research initiatives aimed at driving innovation in mobile AI solutions.
• Requirements analysis, technical feasibility evaluation, development, delivery of features, and support throughout the product lifecycle.
• Create innovations on Motorola products to enrich consumers' digital lives through software-hardware pairings.

Requirements

• B.S/M.S in Computer Science/Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Android software development.
• Experience with Android application development and enhancement of Android framework components to improve user experience.
• Strong coding knowledge in Kotlin, Java, and Android Studio.
• Proficiency in Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, Design Patterns, Data Structures, and Algorithms.
• Strong problem analysis and debugging skills with a passion for innovation and impactful software solutions.
• Experience in KPI definition, analysis, and improvement.
• Proven track record in delivering consumer-focused software experiences.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience publishing Android Apps to the Google Play Store.
• Working experience with Git/Jira.
• Knowledge of web services and REST APIs.
• Experience interfacing with Google Cloud Services or Amazon Web Services.
• Knowledge of Windows-based application development.
• Strong sense of system architecture as it relates to mobile apps.
• Familiarity with AI/ML technologies and their application in software development.
• Working experience integrating LLMs into applications.
• Experience with technologies like Audio, Bluetooth, WiFi, Display, Camera, and Modem.

Pay

The base salary budgeted range for this position is $100,000 - $140,000. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission.

Benefits

Lenovo’s various benefits can be found at www.lenovobenefits.com.