Open Source Software Engineer - Android-AOSP

Fairphone; Amsterdam; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Fairphone is seeking an Open Source Software Engineer focused on the AOSP and Android ecosystem to reshape how we engage with open-source contributors and communities. You will drive upstreaming to AOSP and LineageOS, collaborate with partners like Murena, CalyxOS, and Nura, and help define Fairphone's open-source strategy across device source trees.

Based in Amsterdam, you will work with the OS Longevity team Tech Lead and senior engineers to build a durable, high-performance OS that aligns

Formación

• Experience contributing to open-source projects.
• Proficiency with Android platform development and tooling.
• Strong collaboration with OSS communities.

Responsabilidades

• Drive upstreaming to AOSP and LineageOS.
• Engage with open-source communities and partners.
• Shape and execute Fairphone's OSS strategy for devices.

Conocimientos

AOSP

Open Source

Android ecosystem

Upstreaming

OSS collaboration

Herramientas

LineageOS

Git

Descripción del empleo

About Fairphone

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.

At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that's how we innovate and drive change together!

So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, "Yes, that's me!," then check out our vacancy below!

Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity!

• Location: Amsterdam-based position

• Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week

• Start:01.01.2027 (or earlier)

• Contract duration: The 1st 12-month employment contract with the possibility of extension to permanent

• Deadline to apply: We review applications on a rolling basis.

About your role

The Fairphone Software Engineering team is seeking a Open Source Software Engineer focused on AOSP and the Android ecosystem to reshape Fairphone's ambition on open sourcing. Open source is already part of Fairphone's mission and we're publishing a lot of source code of our devices and apps and services. However we want to redefine how we engage with open source communities and partners and build a stronger relationship with them. You will be the main driver behind this mission: You will shape our strategy for collaborating with open source contributors especially on our device source trees. You will drive upstreaming activities towards AOSP but also community projects such as LineageOS. You will also work with current and future Android partners such as Murena, CalyxOS or Nura. Open sourcing is key to our longevity strategy and therefore also directly feeding into our environmental and social impact goals. Join us in building a fairer, more durable OS that through engagement with open source communities and partners proves high-performance technology can, and should, last.

You will report directly to our OS Longevity team Tech Lead, under our Head of Software Engineering, who reports to our CTO. You will be working next to senior engineers who focus on