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# Tech Lead - Android HMI SDK

- **Company:** KPIT Technologies GmbH
- **Location:** Gaimersheim, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Agile Methodology, Android Software Development, Unit Testing, Software Design Patterns, Design of User Interfaces, Junit, User Interface Testing, UML, Git, Kotlin, Material UI, Integration Tests, Solid Principles, Jetpack Compose, Build Tools, Figma, Software Version Control
- **Published:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6dc2974ac5c05d0a

## About the Role

* Minimum bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
 * C1/C2 Level German, C1/C2 Level English
 * 7+ years of experience in Android application development, with a focus on UI/UX and Jetpack Compose
 * 6+ years of experience in developing UI components and libraries for Android applications
 * Strong knowledge of Jetpack Compose, Android Automotive, and UI development best practices
 * Experience with design concepts, design patterns, and SOLID principles
 * Hands-on experience with UML, Kotlin, and design modeling tools
 * Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and UI testing frameworks like JUnit, Robolectric and Mockk
 * Good understanding of Android Framework, AOSP platform architecture, and related build systems
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and logical thinking skills
 * Experience with agile software development methodologies and version control systems like Git
 * Familiarity with Figma and ability to use it to implement and verify design specificationsGood analytical, problem solving and logical thinking skills

## Description

As a Tech Lead, you will lead the development of a common UI Library (HMI SDK) for Android Automotive domain using Jetpack Compose. The HMI SDK will provide a set of reusable widgets, screen templates, and themes for different sub-brands and screen orientations. You will be responsible for designing and implementing brand-specific themes, ensuring consistency and adaptability across various automotive applications., * Design and develop reusable UI components (widgets, templates, and themes) using Jetpack Compose for Android Automotive applications

 * Create brand-specific themes and ensure consistency across different sub-brands and screen orientations
 * Develop and maintain a common UI Library (HMI SDK) that can be easily integrated into various automotive applications
 * Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the HMI SDK meets the requirements of different sub-brands and applications
 * Ensure the HMI SDK is modular, scalable, and maintainable, with a focus on performance and reliability
 * Collaborate with designers to implement design concepts and ensure consistent user experience across different applications
 * Develop and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and UI tests for the HMI SDK using testing frameworks like JUnit, robolectric, and Mockk
 * Ensure the HMI SDK is compatible with different Android Automotive versions and devices
 * Communicate with clients and stakeholders on a day-to-day basis to ensure requirements are met and issues are addressed
 * Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on Jetpack Compose, Android Automotive, and UI development best practicesUse Figma to implement and verify design specifications, and collaborate with designers to ensure design consistency


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