Android Software Development Engineer

Motorola Solutions; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical care

Life assurance

Career development

Wellbeing support

Volunteer days

Job summary

Motorola Solutions Ireland is seeking a skilled Android Software Engineer to design and implement innovative device-based solutions for Android-enabled two-way radios. The role focuses on Android platform development and collaboration across hardware and software teams.

You will enhance your skills in a technology-driven, collaborative R&D environment, using Java or Kotlin and SDLC best practices. Flexible working options and opportunities for growth are available in Cork, Ireland.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications or Computer Science.
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the full SDLC with experience delivering products or services to end users.
• Knowledge of Java or Kotlin programming.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop Android platform-based solutions for Android-enabled two-way radios.
• Focus on Android development while collaborating with hardware and software teams.
• Apply SDLC best practices and contribute to mission-critical device software.

Skills

Java/Kotlin

SDLC knowledge

communication skills

teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering/ Electronics/ Telecommunications/ Computer Science

Tools

Android Studio

Android SDK

NDK

Linux kernel concepts

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Innovation is the oxygen of our company, and in 2023, we invested more than US$850 million in research and development (R&D). We’re now opening a new Research & Development Centre in Cork, Ireland focused on designing software for the company’s comprehensive land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio, with plans for expansion across other technologies in the future. Motorola Solutions’ ecosystem of technologies is centred on safety and security, with LMR representing a foundational core. The company has deployed more than 13,000 LMR networks worldwide, trusted by governments and enterprises for highly secure communications designed to work in the most extreme conditions. Modernised with broadband and advanced data applications, LMR remains at the forefront of providing public safety agencies with the communications they rely on and need.

Job Description

Motorola Solutions is seeking a skilled and motivated Android Software Engineer to develop innovative, mission-critical device-based solutions for our Android enabled two-way radios. This role focuses on android platform development while offering the opportunity to enhance your skills in a technology-driven and collaborative environment.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications or Computer Science.
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the full SDLC with experience delivering products or services to end users.
• Knowledge of Java or Kotlin programming.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice to Have

• Nice to Have Experience Understanding of Linux kernel concepts, including memory management, interrupt and event handling, synchronization mechanisms, subsystem infrastructure, CPU resource management, and file system operations within the Linux kernel environment.
• Existing knowledge of the Android platform.
• Familiarity with Android framework components (e.g., Bluetooth, sensors, widgets, and services).
• Android development using Java or Kotlin and familiarity with Android SDK, NDK, and Android Studio.
• Knowledge of C/C++.
• Familiarity with different device driver frameworks for Linux.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and hardware design documentation.
• Familiarity with a variety of test equipment, including hardware debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with automated build systems, continuous integration, and deployment frameworks.

In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get:

• Competitive salary and bonus schemes
• 24 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays
• Attractive Master Trust pension arrangement
• Flexible working options
• Private medical care
• Life assurance
• Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities
• Employee health and wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing guidance etc.
• Corporate social responsibility initiatives including support for volunteering days
• Family friendly policies #LI-onsite #LI-ST2

Travel Requirements None Relocation Provided None Position Type New Grad Referral Payment Plan Yes Company Motorola Solutions Ireland Limited

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.