Staff Software Engineer - Vehicle AI

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer - Vehicle AI to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will shape the architecture and technical direction of an AI assistant application platform for in-vehicle use. You will lead development efforts across edge and cloud components, working closely with AI teams to turn model capabilities into a reliable, responsive software experience. The position also calls for strong collaboration with engineering partners to improve vehicle-integrated features, performance, and lifecycle support. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $189,300 – $290,000 annually Responsibilities Lead the design and execution of the AI assistant application platform on AAOS Drive engineering execution and establish technical roadmaps for the software team Architect scalable APIs and SDKs for AI integration with vehicle capabilities Implement a hybrid edge-and-cloud architecture for AI processes Establish automated testing and CI infrastructure to ensure software reliability Collaborate with AI teams on model training and platform lifecycle feedback Optimize system responsiveness, including voice and text response latency Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience 8+ years in software development with a focus on Android architecture Experience as a technical lead driving architecture decisions Expertise in Kotlin and Java with modern Android frameworks Hands-on experience designing developer-facing APIs or SDKs Experience in setting up automated testing strategies and CI pipelines Knowledge of client-server architectures using gRPC or REST Benefits Participate in a company vehicle evaluation program with a company vehicle provided for driving and evaluation Relocation benefits may be available for eligible candidates Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.