Android Wi-FI AOSP Engineer

Henderson Scott

San Jose (CA)

Hybrid

USD 160,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading innovation-focused design house is seeking an experienced Android Wi-Fi & AOSP Engineer to work on cutting-edge Android device projects. This role involves enhancing and debugging the Google Cast feature, focusing on the Wi-Fi stack and middleware layers within the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). You'll contribute to next-generation connected devices alongside a world-class engineering team.

Qualifications

10+ years of Android development experience with a focus on Wi-Fi and middleware.
Deep knowledge of AOSP, particularly networking and Wi-Fi subsystems.
Proven expertise in debugging complex issues within the Android networking stack.

Responsibilities

Integrate, debug, and optimize Google Cast functionality on Android-based devices.
Troubleshoot and enhance Wi-Fi performance for reliable media casting.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-performance connected device solutions.

Skills

Android development

Wi-Fi performance optimization

Debugging

C++

Java

Kotlin

Networking APIs

Wi-Fi security protocols

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Wireshark

Job description

This range is provided by Henderson Scott. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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Are you an expert in Android internals with a passion for wireless connectivity and media streaming? A leading innovation-focused design house is seeking an experienced Android Wi-Fi & AOSP Engineer to work on cutting-edge Android device projects. This role centers on enhancing and debugging the Google Cast feature, with a focus on the Wi-Fi stack and middleware layers within the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to next-generation connected devices alongside a world-class engineering team.

What You'll Do

Android Wi-Fi & AOSP Engineer - $160-180K
Location: San Jose, CA | Hybrid | Full-time

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to next-generation connected devices alongside a world-class engineering team.

What You'll Do

Dive deep into the AOSP Wi-Fi framework, working on layers above the driver level.
Integrate, debug, and optimize Google Cast functionality on Android-based devices.
Troubleshoot and enhance Wi-Fi performance, ensuring reliable media casting and stable connections.
Optimize network behavior for streaming, including Quality of Service (QoS), buffer handling, and channel selection.
Work with Android's Wi-Fi supplicant, handling encryption, authentication, and connection challenges.
Ensure compliance with Wi-Fi security protocols (WPA2/WPA3) for secure device operation.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-performance, connected device solutions.

What You Bring

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
10+ years of Android development experience with a strong focus on Wi-Fi and middleware.
Deep knowledge of AOSP, particularly the networking and Wi-Fi subsystems.
Proven expertise in debugging complex issues within the Android networking stack.
Strong understanding of Android Networking APIs and Wi-Fi supplicant architecture.
Experience with tools like Wireshark for network diagnostics.
Proficiency in C++, Java, and/or Kotlin.
Familiarity with casting technologies such as Google Cast, Miracast, Airplay, or DLNA is a plus.

You're Someone Who

Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced development environment.
Has a proactive mindset and takes ownership of problems through to resolution.
Is flexible and able to quickly adapt to new tools, technologies, or project contexts.
Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Other
Industries
Embedded Software Products, Information Services, and Media and Telecommunications

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