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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Technical Lead - Android Automotive - **Company:** KPIT Technologies GmbH - **Location:** Gaimersheim, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Multitier Architecture, Android Software Development, Computing Platforms, Databases, Software Design Patterns, Junit, Model View ViewModel, Mockito, UML, JavaScript Pagination Plugin, Kotlin, Integration Tests, Solid Principles, HMI Screens, Modeling and Simulation, Jetpack Compose, Data Binding - **Published:** June 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7512aea0993b352e ## About the Role Do you have experience in UI?, * C1/C2 Level German, C1/C2 Level English * 7+ years of development experience on In-vehicle infotainment HMI Applications for Android Apps Development * (Good to have) 6+ years of development experience on Android Automotive IVI Application or Android Applications * (Must have) Hands on experience with Modern Android Development Skills like Jetpack Components like Android KTX, AppCompat, Live Data, Room Database, MVVM/ViewModel, Data Binding, Paging, Jetpack Compose etc. * (Must have) Hands on experience with Clean Architecture for Android App Development * (Must have) Hands on experience in Kotlin Programming Language and its usage in Modern Android development. * Experience in development of one or more features (like Tuner, Media, BT, Phone, ECall, Voice Assistant, Projection etc.) for Android based IVI Systems * Hands-on experience on Android Application development * Hands-on experience on Java/Kotlin for Android Application development * Hands on exp UML, Java/Kotlin (Must), design concepts, design modelling tools, design patterns and SOLID design principles * Hands on experience on Unit/Integration test tools like Junit, espresso, Mockito or PMD for Android Application based on Java/Kotlin * Knowledge on Android Application build system * Extensive experience in production program * Experience on developing Unit/Integration test for Android applications. * Understanding of responsive UI/HMI development using Android Framework * Solid working experience with the software life-cycle methodologies. Collaborate within an agile cross-functional team environment. Strong leadership, planning and organization skills. * Mentoring skills to assist junior team members * Knowledge about the Android Framework, AOSP platform architecture, and related build system * Good analytical, problem solving and logical thinking skills Android Apps development,IVI,HMI applciation development Android AOSP,Platform architecture ## Description As a Technical Lead, you will coordinate, analyze requirements, design solutions, implement/support in implementing solutions, review solutions (code, design) and provide alternative solutions for Android Automotive based IVI HMI Application features (like Tuner, Media, BT, Phone, ECall, Voice Assistant, Projection etc.). The Candidate should have a sound knowledge of Android HMI Applications and Framework., * Responsible for requirement analysis, design solutions, implementation, reviews of the functionality in Android based IVI HMI Applications * Responsible for multiple component ownership (From requirement analysis till integration) for Android based IVI HMI Applications * Ensure the implementation of defined unit and integration test strategies, test cases and document the achieved results * Ensure integration testing and verification for the functional area and its features. * Ensure traceability, consistency of requirements and feature maturity * Communicate with clients on day today basis * Mentor junior team members to guide and assist them in completing their tasks on time. * Mentor junior team members on requirement analysis, design, development, Kotlin language, unit, and integration test ## Related Videos - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - [For the Cars and the Curious: Android Drift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/499-for-the-cars-and-the-curious-android-drift) - [Moving from Java to Kotlin](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/384-moving-from-java-to-kotlin) - [Why Kotlin is the better Java and how you can start using it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/661-why-kotlin-is-the-better-java-and-how-you-can-start-using-it) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Software Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/194-software-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023)