Senior Android Developer (Automotive OS Experience)

Luxoft Germany; Schweiz; Remote; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft Germany is building a new Android Automotive team focused on Android SystemUI and Homescreen for IVI systems. The role requires deep Kotlin/Java expertise and strong Android Framework knowledge, collaborating with product and design to translate requirements into robust features.

You will diagnose defects, optimize performance, and contribute to code quality through refactoring in a large, agile environment.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Kotlin and Java; strong mobile solution development.
• Extensive experience with Android Framework and Architecture Components.
• Familiar with Linux, debugging tools, Gradle, Git; AAOS/Car APIs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in an end-to-end team with system engineers, product owners, designers, backend teams, and QA.
• Implement, test and refine features for the Android Automotive application stack.
• Translate requirements into technical solutions within the current architecture.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve defects, performance issues promptly.
• Refactor and optimize to maintain codebase health.

Skills

Kotlin

Java

Android SDK

Android Architecture

MVVM/MVI

SOLID principles

Android Framework

AAOS

Git

Android Studio

Linux basics

Job description

Project description

Luxoft is a global software services company delivering professional solutions across sectors such as Finance, Automotive, and Digital Transformation.We are establishing a new team focused on developing and enhancing Android Framework components, specifically SystemUI and Homescreen, for our client's In-Vehicle Android Infotainment (IVI) systems. The team aims to understand user interactions with information and vehicle infrastructure to shape the future IVI experience for 2026 and beyond.Recognizing software as a key driver of innovation and differentiation in automotive environments, we build a software foundation that leverages open-source technologies in alignment with their communities. Our approach incorporates modern continuous integration and continuous delivery practices, extending deployment directly into the vehicle. The project follows agile principles and is scaled across a large, multi-hundred-person team.Through combining advanced technologies, agile methodologies, and a commitment to optimal solutions, we collaborate with our OEM partner to define the future of IVI systems.

Responsibilities

• - Collaborate within an end-to-end (E2E) team alongside system engineers, product owners, designers, backend teams, and QA.
• - Implement, test, and refine new features for the existing Android Automotive application stack.
• - Work with Product Managers and UI/UX designers to translate requirements into technical solutions that integrate with the current architecture.
• - Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects, bugs, and performance issues promptly.
• - Maintain and enhance codebase health through regular refactoring and optimization.

SKILLS

Must have

• This role requires advanced expertise in Android development, demonstrated by a proven track record of delivering successful applications. The candidate must apply strong technical skills to develop and maintain robust mobile solutions.Hard skills:- Expert knowledge of Kotlin and Java programming and comprehensive familiarity with the Android SDK.- Proficient in Android Architecture Components such as Lifecycle and ViewModel, along with implementation of design patterns including MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture, and SOLID principles.- Extensive experience with the Android Framework, covering services (foreground/background), ContentProviders, IPC mechanisms (Binder, AIDL, Messenger, Intents/Broadcasts), and the permissions model including runtime and privileged permissions.- Solid understanding of Android system aspects such as process lifecycle, memory management, out-of-memory behavior, ActivityManagerService, app sandboxing, and security fundamentals.- Skilled in log analysis using logcat, performance profiling, and the use of debugging tools.- Practical experience with Android Studio, Gradle build system, and Git version control.- Familiarity with Linux internals, basic shell operations, SELinux policy, and system-level concepts pertinent to embedded devices.- Experience with Android Automotive OS, including AAOS application models, HMI constraints, and Car APIs.Soft skills:- Ability to troubleshoot complex system-level and application issues methodically.- Effective use of technical tools and resources for performance optimization and debugging.- Capability to understand and adapt to platform-specific constraints and requirements.

Nice to have

• - Previous experience with Android Automotive Operating System (AAOS) and Android Open-Source Project (AOSP) frameworks: Demonstrated familiarity with these platforms is beneficial for understanding their structure and development processes.
• - Spanish language proficiency: Ability to communicate in Spanish is an optional asset for enhanced collaboration in relevant contexts.