Android Developer

Luxoft
Barcelona, Spain
13 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
Spanish

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Multitier Architecture Android Software Development Android Studio Profiling Software Debugging Software Design Patterns Memory Management Gradle Design of User Interfaces Linux Kernel Log Analysis
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Model View ViewModel Open Source Technology Performance Tuning Backend Git Kotlin Selinux Solid Principles

Job description

Collaborate within an end-to-end (E2E) team alongside system engineers, product owners, designers, backend teams, and QA.

Implement, test, and refine new features for the existing Android Automotive application stack.

Work with Product Managers and UI/UX designers to translate requirements into technical solutions that integrate with the current architecture.

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects, bugs, and performance issues promptly.

Maintain and enhance codebase health through regular refactoring and optimization.

Requirements

  • Experience with Kotlin and Java programming and comprehensive familiarity with the Android SDK.
  • Android Architecture Components such as Lifecycle and ViewModel, along with implementation of design patterns including MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture, and SOLID principles.
  • Understanding of Android system aspects such as process lifecycle, memory management, out-of-memory behavior, ActivityManagerService, app sandboxing, and security fundamentals.
  • Skilled in log analysis using logcat, performance profiling, and the use of debugging tools.
  • Practical experience with Android Studio, Gradle build system, and Git version control.
  • Familiarity with Linux internals, basic shell operations, SELinux policy, and system-level concepts pertinent to embedded devices.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex system-level and application issues methodically.
  • Effective use of technical tools and resources for performance optimization and debugging.
  • Capability to understand and adapt to platform-specific constraints and requirements.
  • Spanish language: Ability to communicate in Spanish.
  • Possibility of visiting client offices several times a month in Barcelona, * Previous experience with Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS) and Android Open-Source Project (AOSP) frameworks: Demonstrated familiarity with these platforms is beneficial for understanding their structure and development processes.

About the company

Luxoft is a global software services company delivering professional solutions across sectors such as Finance, Automotive, and Digital Transformation.

We are establishing a new team focused on developing and enhancing Android Framework components, specifically SystemUI and Homescreen, for our client’s In-Vehicle Android Infotainment (IVI) systems. The team aims to understand user interactions with information and vehicle infrastructure to shape the future IVI experience for 2026 and beyond.

Recognizing software as a key driver of innovation and differentiation in automotive environments, we build a software foundation that leverages open-source technologies in alignment with their communities. Our approach incorporates modern continuous integration and continuous delivery practices, extending deployment directly into the vehicle. The project follows agile principles and is scaled across a large, multi-hundred-person team.

Through combining advanced technologies, agile methodologies, and a commitment to optimal solutions, we collaborate with our OEM partner to define the future of IVI systems.

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