Automotive Android Senior Engineer

As an experienced Automotive Android Middleware Developer at Aptiv, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and optimizing middleware components for next-generation infotainment systems based on Android Automotive OS (AAOS). Your responsibilities will include: - Designing and developing middleware components within Android Automotive OS, bridging the HAL, framework, and application layers. - Implementing and integrating Vehicle HAL, Audio HAL, Camera HAL, and custom system services for automotive features. - Developing and maintaining native daemons and JNI layers to interface with lower-level drivers and services. - Working closely with platform and BSP teams to bring up Android on new automotive SoCs (e.g., Qualcomm SA8155/SA8295/SA6145). - Supporting system service customization such as Car Service, Car Audio Service, Connectivity, and Display services. - Integrating and debugging automotive-specific frameworks like Car API, VHAL, CarAudio, and CarInput. - Optimizing performance, boot time, and memory usage within the middleware and system layers. Your qualifications should include: - Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field. - Experience: 4-10 years in Android platform or middleware development, preferably in the automotive domain. Technical Expertise required: - Strong expertise in Android framework and middleware architecture (AOSP). - Proficiency in C/C++ and Java/Kotlin with deep understanding of JNI and Binder IPC. - Hands-on experience in developing or customizing HALs (Vehicle, Audio, Power, Connectivity, Display). - Experience with Android build system (Soong, AOSP, repo) and debugging tools (adb, systrace, perfetto). - Good understanding of Linux kernel concepts, device drivers, and system bring-up. - Familiarity with Qualcomm automotive SoCs (SA8155/SA8295/SA6145) or equivalent hardware platforms. - Understanding of Automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, LIN) and VHAL integration. - Experience with audio routing, projection (CarPlay/Android Auto), or vehicle property services is a plus. - Knowledge of security, SELinux, and system permissions within Android. - Exposure to AAOS stack, Google certification, and GAS integration preferred. At Aptiv, you will have the opportunity to grow in an inclusive work environment, impact safety values, and receive support for your well-being through various benefits including higher education opportunities, life and accident insurance, well-being programs, employee assistance, fitness club access, and more. Don't miss the chance to be part of a team that is shaping the future of mobility. Apply today and together let's change tomorrow!,