Software Developer: Android Automotive OS

Tensor Auto; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tensor is an American Physical AI company developing agentic products like the Tensor Robocar. The San Jose, CA location offers a salary range and growth opportunities within a fast-paced hardware-software environment.

Join a team building automotive-grade autonomous systems, with emphasis on Android HAL, C/C++/Java development, and continuous delivery. Employment is on-site in San Jose with global offices and a strong emphasis on ownership and innovation.

Qualifications

• Master/Bachelor in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar.
• Excellent C/C++ and/or Java programming skills.
• Experience with agile development and continuous integration.
• Knowledge of the Android framework and HAL is highly valued.
• Strong object-oriented design and coding skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in every stage of software development from requirements to verification.
• Develop Android HAL service, native services, and frameworks for AOSP.
• Bring up new releases from SoC vendors.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Android

Object‑oriented design

CI/CD

Agile development

Education

Master/Bachelor in CS/EE

Tools

QNX Hypervisor

Linux

RTOS/AUTOSAR OS

Android Audio subsystem

AOSP

Job description

Tensor is an American Physical AI company dedicated to building agentic products that empower people. Our flagship product, the Tensor Robocar, is the world’s first personal Robocar and the first AI agentic vehicle — fully autonomous, automotive-grade, and built for private ownership at scale. Founded in 2016 in Silicon Valley, Tensor is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices in Barcelona, Singapore, and Dubai. At Tensor, we champion personal AI autonomy and ownership. Our vision is to build a future where everyone owns their own Artificial General Intelligence — a personal AGI that enables more time, freedom, and autonomy. We’re forging an alternative path where AGI serves only you, and is controlled solely by you.

We provide a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, participation in a discretionary equity incentive plan, and access to a comprehensive company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.

Join us to shape the future! Work with brilliant minds on technology transforming automotive industry and make a lasting impact.

Locations

• San Jose, California, US (Salary Range: $75k—$300k USD)
• Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
• Singapore
• Dubai, UAE

Responsibilities

• Participate in every stage of the software development from requirement analysis, design and implementation, to module and system verification.
• Develop Android hal service, native service, frameworks for AOSP
• Bring up new releases from SoC vendors.

Qualifications

• Master/Bachelor in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• Superb C/C++ and/or Java programming skills
• Experience of agile development and continuous integration
• Knowledge about the Android framework and HAL is highly valued
• Thorough knowledge about object-oriented development and design

Preferences

• Familiar with QNX Hypervisor，Linux，RTOS/AUTOSAR OS.
• Familiar with Android Audio subsystem
• Familiar with AOSP

We appreciate your interest in joining Tensor. Tensor is an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace for all. We do not discriminate against, and strictly prohibit harassment of, any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Tensor also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. Tensor is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.