Senior Android Middleware Engineer

We are looking for a skilled Android Middleware Architect with expertise in Android Automotive OS (AAOS) to design, develop, and optimize middleware components for next-generation automotive infotainment systems. Responsibility includes bridging the Android framework with vehicle hardware, creating robust and scalable solutions for automotive-specific use cases such as multimedia, connectivity, navigation, and vehicle control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize middleware interfaces for AAOS, ensuring seamless interaction between the Android framework and automotive hardware.
• Implement and extend Vehicle HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) to support vehicle-specific features such as sensors, climate control, and audio systems.
• Work on vehicle-to-app interfaces, ensuring seamless communication with in-car systems through Vehicle Property APIs.
• Perform integration, testing, and debugging of middleware components in an AAOS environment.
• Customize and extend the AAOS platform to meet specific OEM requirements.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and framework engineers to ensure smooth middleware integration.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in AAOS, Android APIs, and automotive technology trends.

Work Experience

Skills

Requirement Level

1 Strong understanding of Android Automotive OS (AAOS) architecture, AOSP, including the Binder IPC mechanism. Must Have 2 Experience in Android middleware development and HAL implementation. Must Have 3 Proficiency in C/C++ for middleware and HAL development. Must Have 4 Hands-on experience with Vehicle HAL and VehicleProperty APIs for accessing vehicle data (e. g. , fuel level, tire pressure, speed) and controlling hardware. Must Have 5 Strong knowledge of communication protocols (e. g. , Bluetooth related, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, CAN, Ethernet). Must Have 6 Expertise in developing and optimizing middleware interfaces for telephony, media, navigation, and connectivity. Must Have 7 Expertise in Audio Policy Configuration, Android Audio HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) customization. Must Have 8 Strong experience in profiling and optimizing middleware performance using tools like Systrace, Perf, and Traceview. Must Have 9 Understanding of multi-threading and concurrency models in Android. Must Have 10 Knowledge of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular telephony middleware for automotive environments. Must Have 11 Proficiency in CAN protocols, CAN database (DBC files), CAN Tools (like CANalyzer, CANoe), Debugging & Troubleshooting. Must Have 12 Familiarity with Android Automotive OS boot process. Good To Have 13 Familiarity with secure communication protocols, encryption, and Android security model (e. g. , SELinux, secure boot). Good To Have 14 Experience with Car APIs like CarAudioManager, CarSensorManager, and CarNavigationManager. Good To Have 15 Understanding of automotive safety standards like ISO 26262 Good To Have 16 Familiarity with automotive development processes and tools (e. g. , AUTOSAR, DOORS, Vector tools). Good To Have 17 Understanding of automotive hardware platforms and SoCs (e. g. , Qualcomm Snapdragon Automotive). Good To Have 18 Familiarity with diagnostic protocols and tools for automotive systems. Good To Have