Global Head of Software, Embedded Android Platform

SourceIn

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 250,000 - 400,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

International travel

Job summary

SourceIn is seeking a Global Head of Software to lead the software engineering organisation for embedded Android, AOSP/AAOS and cloud-enabled products. This executive role focuses on strategy, architecture, execution and global leadership across distributed teams.

You will shape platform architecture, drive modernization, and partner with Product, Hardware and Validation. The role is US-based with Illinois or Oklahoma offices, hybrid work, and ~20% international travel.

Qualifications

20+ years of progressive software engineering leadership experience.
Strong production experience with embedded Android, AOSP or AAOS.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the global software platform strategy across embedded Android products, applications and connected services.
Provide technical leadership across Android/AOSP, AAOS, middleware, networking, cloud connectivity, OTA, cybersecurity, diagnostics and data services.
Establish scalable, modular architecture with stable APIs, clear interfaces and ownership between platform and application teams.
Lead platform modernisation while balancing architectural improvements with ongoing product delivery.Partner with Product, Hardware, Systems Engineering, UX, Validation and executive leadership to align technology strategy with business objectives.