Staff Android Software Engineer

General Motors
Warren County, NJ, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$195,000.0 - $298,800.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Android Software Development Application Frameworks Application Integration Architecture C++ (Programming Language) Computer Programming Software Debugging Embedded Operating Systems Emulators Ethernet Design of User Interfaces Human-Computer Interaction
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Mobile Application Software OpenGL Performance Tuning Scrum Methodology Real-Time Operating Systems Software Engineering Systems Integration Kotlin Information Technology Enterprise Integration Unreal Engine

Job description

  • Lead the integration of Android applications within Android Automotive OS with embedded platforms and multi-display vehicle architectures.
  • Build reusable frameworks and services within Android, leveraging AOSP, Jetpack, and HIDL/AIDL interfaces.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, product, and design teams to deliver responsive, beautiful, and consistent in-vehicle experiences.
  • Optimize Android system performance, startup time, and resource usage to meet automotive-grade reliability and latency requirements.
  • Drive Android-RTOS coexistence strategies, enabling seamless handoff and communication between systems.
  • Apply Agile/Scrum practices with CI/CD pipelines to ensure robust, testable code and frequent feature delivery., “Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.”, This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field-or equivalent work experience.
  • 8+ years of experience in production-grade software development, with 3+ years focused on Android system or application development.
  • Deep proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin
  • Familiarity with Android System Apps, AOSP, Android HALs, and system services.
  • Experience integrating Android with embedded ECUs and automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)., * Experience delivering Android-based infotainment systems in production vehicles.
  • 8+ years of experience in production-grade software development, with 3+ years focused on Android system or application development.
  • Experience with Android emulator tools, ADB, and automotive debugging tools like CANoe or VehicleSpy.
  • C++ experience
  • Understanding of Android Automotive OS and its integration with vehicle networks.
  • Background in RTOS or hybrid Android/RTOS systems.
  • Knowledge of OpenGL, Vulkan, or Unreal Engine for advanced UI rendering., Android, Android Applications, Application Integration, Automotive Technology, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Debugging Tools, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Emulators, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Ethernet, Incentive Programs, Infotainment, Mobile Applications Development, Network Integration, OpenGL Programming Libraries, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Process Improvement, Product Design, Product Development, Production Systems, Realtime Operating System, Software Development, Software Engineering, State Laws and Regulations, System Start-Up, Test Plan/Schedule, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)

Benefits & conditions

Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.

  • The salary range for this role is $195,000 - $298,800. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
  • Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:

  • Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.

About the company

Join us at the forefront of next-gen automotive technology. As a Staff Android Software Engineer, you’ll drive the future of in-vehicle user experiences by developing high-performance Android-based infotainment and digital cluster systems. You’ll focus on building scalable, responsive, and intuitive user interfaces on top of the Android Automotive OS and hybrid Android/RTOS environments., We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team., General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

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