Sr Staff Android Framework Developer

Ford Motor Company; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 167,200 - 316,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible family care days

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Paid time off for community service

Generous paid holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Palo Alto is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team. This leadership-level position focuses on the design and development of Android system-level components.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in software development, especially in Android development, and expertise in Java and Kotlin. This role offers excellent benefits, a hybrid work arrangement, and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience, particularly in Android development.
• Strong expertise in Java, Kotlin, and C/C++; familiarity with Rust is a plus.
• Deep understanding of Android OS internals and IPC methods.

Responsibilities

• Drive the design and development of system-level components and libraries within the Android framework.
• Build HAL, AIDL interfaces and Android services.
• Analyze performance bottlenecks and troubleshoot system issues.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

C/C++

Android Development

AOSP-based Platforms

Rust

Agile Practices

CI/CD Pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer‑obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data‑driven and is dedicated to delivering industry‑leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

Responsibilites

• Drive the design and development of system‑level components and libraries within the Android framework.
• Build HAL, AIDL interfaces and Android services.
• Work closely with product managers, UX designers, and hardware teams to gather requirements and define technical solutions.
• Analyze performance bottlenecks and troubleshoot system issues, ensuring high efficiency and user satisfaction.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure adherence to best coding practices and high‑quality standards.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation covering architecture, workflows, and technical specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 8+ years of software development experience, particularly in Android development and AOSP‑based platforms.
• Strong expertise in Java, Kotlin, and C/C++; familiarity with Rust is a plus.
• Deep understanding of Android OS internals, lifecycle management, services, and IPC methods (Binder).
• Proven experience in developing and integrating hardware abstraction layers (HAL) to facilitate communication between hardware and software.
• Familiarity with Android Interface Definition Language (AIDL) for defining and managing IPC mechanisms.
• Proficient in using modern development tools and methodologies, including Agile practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven ability to analyze and optimize system performance while considering user experience.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup child care and more.
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Established and active employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

Compensation and Position Details

This position is a leadership level 5 and ranges from $167,200 to $316,600. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

Work Arrangement

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.