Applied Intuition is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, AOSP - Core OS to develop and maintain Android (AOSP) system software, HAL, services, libraries, and Linux kernel modules for automotive platforms. This role involves close collaboration with hardware, firmware, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, stable software solutions for next-generation vehicles.
What You'll Do
- Develop, maintain, and optimize Android (AOSP) HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer), services, libraries, apps, and Linux kernel modules using industry best practices
- Diagnose, analyze, and resolve crashes or performance issues with Linux drivers and AOSP components such as HAL, services, libraries, and apps
- Apply strong OS fundamentals (IPC, virtual memory, concurrency/threading, etc.) to write software that meets demanding requirements for performance, stability, CPU/RAM utilization, code size, and concurrency
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including testers, product managers, and other developers, to deliver robust and innovative software solutions
- Contribute to the architecture and implementation of vehicle hypervisors and embedded OS components for next-generation automotive platforms
- Stay at the cutting edge of ARM64 platforms and hypervisor technologies, building mission-critical and engaging software experiences for SDVs
- Collaborate with application teams to ensure seamless integration between system software and the user interface
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of Android (AOSP) systems software development experience on at least one of the popular SoC platforms (Qualcomm, NVIDIA, TI, NXP, Mediatek, etc)
- 5+ years of experience programming in C, C++ for ARM or X86 platforms
- Experience with Git, Gerrit, Github and modern software development practices
- Proven ability to develop and debug AOSP HAL, services, libraries, apps, and Linux kernel modules
- Strong fundamentals in operating system concepts: IPC, virtual memory, concurrency/threading, etc
- Experience with embedded software development on ARM platforms and Linux / Android (AOSP)
- Ability to write software with a focus on performance, stability, CPU/RAM utilization, code size, and concurrency
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical challenges and solutions effectively
Nice to Have
- Experience with Linux camera or display drivers for Qualcomm SOCs
- Experience with core Android technologies such as binders, virtIO drivers, audio HAL, etc
- Experience with QNX multimedia drivers and frameworks
- Experience with HW debug, use of scopes, logical analyzers etc
Technical Stack
- AOSP, Android HAL, Linux kernel, QNX, ARM64, C, C++, Git, Gerrit, GitHub, VirtualIO, OTA, Media frameworks, Hypervisor technologies, Qualcomm, NVIDIA, TI, NXP, Mediatek
Team & Environment
- Core OS team within Vehicle OS team
Benefits & Compensation
- Base salary
- Equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- Life insurance coverage
- Disability insurance coverage
- 401k retirement benefits with employer match
- Learning stipends
- Wellness stipends
- Paid time off
Compensation: $171,000 - $275,000 USD annually, plus equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, and learning and wellness stipends.
Work Mode
Employees primarily work from the office 5 days a week, with flexibility for occasional remote work, starting the day from home before heading to the office, or leaving early for family commitments. Office locations include Sunnyvale, California; Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; Tokyo.
Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. The company prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. It complies with 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), and Executive Order 13496, and takes affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without regard to protected characteristics.
