Android Application Development Engineer
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Android Application Development Engineer with strong expertise in Kotlin and hands-on experience building robust, scalable Android applications.
The ideal candidate will have practical exposure to Android Jetpack components and experience integrating application functions with Android platform and middleware service APIs , particularly in areas such as Vehicle HAL (VHAL) , Audio Framework , or other system-level Android services.
Key Skills for This Role
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Android Application Development Engineer with strong expertise in Kotlin and hands-on experience building robust, scalable Android applications. The ideal candidate will have practical exposure to Android Jetpack components and experience integrating application functions with Android platform and middleware service APIs , particularly in areas such as Vehicle HAL (VHAL) , Audio Framework , or other system-level Android services. Experience in automotive or embedded Android environments is highly desirable. C andidate shall also be collaborating and working cross functionally with designers, technical artists, and platform software engineers to develop apps for an enhanced in-vehicle user experience.
Key Responsibilities :
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Android applications (Kotlin, Jetpack etc.)
Architect and implement application features using modern Android development practices
Integrate applications with Android middleware and platform services , including but not limited to:
Vehicle HAL (VHAL)
Android Audio Framework
Other system or hardware abstraction APIs
Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to industry best practices.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality products.
Debug and resolve application, platform, and service-level issues across different Android layers
Optimize application performance, memory usage, and responsiveness
Participate in code reviews , design discussions, and technical decision-making
Ensure adherence to Android best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines
Support integration, testing, and deployment activities across multiple Android versions and hardware configurations
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in Android application development
- Strong proficiency in Kotlin
- Solid understanding of Android SDK , application lifecycle, and UI frameworks
- Hands-on experience interfacing with VHAL, Audio Framework , or similar Android platform services
- Experience working in Linux-based development environments
- Experience with AOSP-based development environments
- Strong debugging skills using Android Studio, Logcat, and system-level tools
- Good understanding of multithreading, IPC mechanisms (Binder), and services
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git )
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead by example.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Android Jetpack ( ViewModel , LiveData , Room, DataBinding , Navigation, etc.)
- Background in Automotive Android (Android Automotive OS / Android Auto) or embedded Android systems
- Knowledge of HAL layers, native services, or system-level architecture
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for Android builds
- Understanding of functional programming concepts in Kotlin
- Experience collaborating in cross-functional automotive or platform teams
Health & Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability.
Compensation, Savings, and Retirement
- Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing.
Time Away from Work
Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days.
Family Benefits
- 12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances.
Professional Growth
Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups.
Company Car & More
Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.
EOE/Disability/Veteran
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Our benefits reflects the STELLANTIS commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
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