Technical Specialist, Android Framework (Infotainment)

Lucid Motors • Southfield, MI

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About The Position

Lucid Motors is leading the charge in redefining luxury electric vehicles. We are seeking a highly skilled Android Automotive Framework Specialist to join our Infotainment Software team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing , enhancing, integrating , optimizing , and delivering Android Framework features and functions for Lucid’s Motors next-generation infotainment systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as application developers, architects and QA in developing and integrating new features and functions.

Requirements

• Working experience in C, C++ or / Android Java programming , Android SDK, Android NDK
• Deep domain understanding of Android Automotive development , and debugging
• Working knowledge in IVI Systems such as connectivity (WiFI or Bluetooth or NFC), Multimedia (Audio or Video), Display, Voice Assistants (Alexa, Sound Hound), Camera , Navigation, Automotive MI , Vehicle HAL
• Deep understanding of Device Tree , Kernel / Framework interface, CTS failure analysis, system stability, peripheral modules, device driver s, etc.
• Deeper understanding of Linux Internals and Android Automotive
• Expert in OS concepts (multi-core processing, threads, processes, soc kets, etc.), algorithms, data structures.
• Experience in modifying Android framework services such as Window Manager, Activity Manager, Package Manager, Connectivity Manager, HAL and so on.
• Hands on experience implementing Hals such as Audio HAL , Vehicle HAL , GNSS
• Experience in customizing System UI, navigation bar and notifications.
• Experience with existing AOSP middleware service systems (IPC, Binder management, system policy, etc.).
• Experience with Android & GNU Make files, ADB, SQLite and shell scripts
• Good knowledge and understanding of Android internals
• Work experience in QC chipset
• Experience in modification of Android framework code for customization
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in c omputer science , Electrical Engineering , or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Android application and framework development .
• Strong proficiency in Java, C++
• Experience with version control systems like Git .
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Android Automotive OS or other infotainment platforms is a plus.
• Domain knowledge and experience of software development on the Android system and have worked with multiple areas of Android SDK
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as ARXML, TCP/IP and others.

Responsibilities

• Design ing and developing core AOSP middleware systems using C and/or C++ .
• Implement custom services, and device management features.
• Producing unit, functional, integration and interchangeability test s, including automated test s when possible.
• Porting and Integration of Android framework & HAL to new hardware platform
• Customize Android framework to suit Infotainment form factors.
• Debug and resolve Android framework integration
• Debug and resolve BSP issues.
• Optimize the performance of Android framework .

Benefits

• Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k.
• The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees