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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Performance Engineer - **Company:** OpenKyber LLC - **Location:** United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Alexa, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Data Synchronization, Protocol Buffers, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Java Applet, JSON, Java Native Interface, Python (Programming Language), Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Node.Js, OAuth, Payment Service Provider, Cloud Services, Swagger, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, WebSocket, Openapi, Google Cloud, Firebase, Backend, Kotlin, Integration Frameworks, Graphql, Api Design, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Api Management, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f64c33bf65ac591e ## About the Role * Backend / Cloud development * Connected Vehicle / Embedded systems * Cloud & API Integration * Strong experience with RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs * Authentication methods: OAuth 2.0, JWT. * Data formats: JSON, protobuf. * Experience with third-party SDKs and API lifecycle management. * Understanding of cloud-to-vehicle communication patterns (MQTT, WebSocket, HTTP/HTTPS). * Programming Languages C++ (for applet framework side) * Python, Go, or Node.js for cloud services or integration scripts * Java/Kotlin if Android Automotive is part of the stack * Cloud Platforms Familiarity with at least one major platform: AWS (IoT Core, Lambda, API Gateway) Azure IoT Hub Google Cloud IoT / Firebase * Understanding of vehicle-cloud security, certificates, and OTA mechanisms. * Android context: - Kotlin and Java main languages for Android development. * + C++ (JNI) for low-level integrations or performance-critical components. * + Python/Node.js/Go optional, for backend or integration tools. * + Integrating with third-party cloud services (Spotify, Alexa, Google APIs, weather, etc.). * + Familiarity with API design and OpenAPI/Swagger specs. * + Understanding data synchronization, state management, and offline handling. * + Optional but valuable: experience with Firebase, AWS, or Azure for managing connected services. Nice to have * Experience with Android Automotive Companion App (mobile-to-car integration). * Knowledge of CarPlay / Android Auto integration boundaries. * Experience building headless Android services for background sync or event handling. * Familiarity with Google Automotive Services (GAS) certification requirements. ## Description * Develop cloud-based third-party integrations and leverage our applets framework to represent third-party functionalities in the vehicle. * Integrate external cloud APIs (Spotify, weather, navigation, payment services, etc.) * Bridge cloud backends and in-vehicle applets (the same framework from the previous role). * Possibly handle data synchronization, authentication, and OTA updates. * Android context: - Building Android services, apps, or applets that integrate cloud APIs (music, weather, payments, voice assistants, etc.). * + Implementing data flow between cloud services and Android Automotive components (CarService, HMI, Vehicle HAL). * + Possibly contributing to an in-vehicle framework or SDK that allows other teams to integrate new cloud-based features safely. ## Related Videos - [For the Cars and the Curious: Android Drift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/499-for-the-cars-and-the-curious-android-drift) - [Kotlin Multiplatform - True power of native code reuse](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/4-kotlin-multiplatform-true-power-of-native-code-reuse) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Location Verification without GPS?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1184-location-verification-without-gps) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Dev Digest 102 - Race conditions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/386-dev-digest-102-race-conditions) - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development)