Lead Software Developer (AOSP)

Syntronic•Waterloo, ON

About The Position

At Syntronic, we don't just follow industry trendsâ€”we set them! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cutting-edge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, life-saving healthcare innovations, and next-gen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary! Syntronic is a global leader in design and development, specializing in electronics, electro-mechanics, and software. Weâ€™re not just a company; weâ€™re a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the futureâ€”from creating state-of-the-art communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic, your work will make a real difference. We are seeking individuals who want to collaborate with top-tier clients on transformative, cutting-edge projects, engage with and learn from industry leaders, innovate from concept to completion, gain international experience on global projects, thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that supports new ideas, and explore multiple sectors like telecommunications, automotive, healthcare, and industrial automation. We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive the design, development, and maintenance of complex software products within the Android ecosystem. This role spans the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), requiring a full-stack mindset to manage everything from user interface components to deep server-side and system-level architecture. As a technical leader, you will not only contribute high-level code but also guide a team of junior developers, ensuring the adoption of industry best practices in an Agile environment. This position is ideal for an expert in AOSP who can navigate the complexities of Android middleware, multimedia, and system-level communications.

Requirements

10+ years of professional software development experience in Java and/or Kotlin.
4+ years of dedicated Android application and system development.
3+ years in a technical leadership or team lead capacity.
Direct experience with the AOSP level (Services, HAL, HIDL, AIDL).
Experience with Multimedia and/or USB stacks on Android.
Expert-level Java and Kotlin.
Strong command of ADB, xTS (diagnosing issues reported by xTS), and streaming technologies (Bluetooth/USB).
Strong grasp of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
Proficiency with gtest, gmock, Robolectric, and Mockito.

Nice To Haves

Masterâ€™s Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Knowledge of Machine Learning and experience using AI tools in the development process.
Experience implementing MCP servers and tools.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and support new feature development using Java and Kotlin, utilizing proof-of-concepts and prototypes to validate technical directions.
Lead the implementation of system-level components, including headless services, APIs, AIDLs, HAL, and HIDL.
Lead a small team of junior developers, providing guidance, conducting design reviews, and performing constructive code reviews.
Establish rigorous testing standards by writing comprehensive unit tests and utilizing frameworks like gtest, gmock, Robolectric, and Mockito.
Investigate, debug, and resolve complex bugs, race conditions, and bottlenecks using advanced tools like gdb and static analysis.
Work within an integrated team of developers and test engineers to investigate design options and deliver features that meet precise customer requirements.
Explore AI tools for software development and implement MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers and tools to improve engineering efficiency.