Develop and test Android-based software for infotainment systems, lead integration with embedded platforms, optimize system performance, and drive Agile practices.
Description
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.
What You'll Do
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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.
Benefits:
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
"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."
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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.
What You'll Do
- Design, develop, and test Android system and application-level software for infotainment and digital displays (instrument clusters, center stack, HUD).
- 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.
Required Qualifications:
- 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).
Preferred Qualifications:
- 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.
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.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
"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."
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
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.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
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.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Top Skills
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Android Automotive Os
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