Faraday Future · 2 months ago
Senior Android System Engineer - Audio
Gardena, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$135K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expFaraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company focused on creating innovative user-centric vehicles. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Android System Engineer to design and optimize Android Automotive OS Audio systems, integrating advanced audio solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleElectronic Design Automation (EDA)Information Technology
Responsibilities
Define and analyze requirements for in-vehicle audio features including Audio user cases, AEC, noise suppression, amplifier integration, and Audio Focus management
Work closely with hardware teams to define A2B bus specifications, microphone/speaker configurations, and routing requirements
Customize and extend Android AudioService, AudioFlinger, AudioPolicyService, and Audio HAL to meet automotive-grade requirements on FF/FX vehicles
Integrate third-party DSP algorithms for echo cancellation, noise suppression, and audio enhancement
Implement customized Audio Focus strategies for multi-user and multi-screen vehicle environments
Debug and resolve issues in audio latency, routing, synchronization, and multi-channel configurations
Optimize performance and memory usage for real-time audio in voice calls, media playback, and infotainment scenarios
Develop validation strategies and test cases for audio features across different vehicle use cases
Perform end-to-end testing with microphones, speakers, amplifiers, and third-party DSP modules
Collaborate with hardware, HMI/UX, and external vendors to ensure seamless system-level audio integration
Work with suppliers and tool vendors to fine-tune and validate amplifier and DSP configurations
Document all modifications to Android Audio frameworks and HAL layers
Maintain system configuration files for A2B buses, amplifiers, and audio routing policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field
7+ years of Android system development experience, with a strong focus on Audio frameworks
Hands-on experience with Android Audio architecture (AudioService, AudioFlinger, AudioPolicyService, Audio HAL)
Proven track record in integrating third-party DSP/audio algorithms (AEC, NS, audio effects)
Experience with amplifier integration, A2B configuration, microphone/speaker bring-up, and SigmaStudio tools
Familiarity with AOSP system structure and Audio framework implementation
Proficiency in C/C++ and Java/Kotlin for Android system-level development
Strong knowledge of audio routing, session management, and focus control on Android Automotive OS
Debugging and optimization skills for real-time audio performance in embedded systems
Solid understanding of Linux kernel basics, ALSA, and audio driver integration
Hands-on experience with SigmaStudio or similar DSP configuration tools for tuning and validation of amplifier and audio processing
Familiarity with software development tools and workflows such as Jira, Gerrit, and Git for task management, code review, and version control
Preferred
Automotive Audio system development experience in production-grade vehicles
Familiarity with Dolby, DTS, or other automotive audio effect frameworks
Experience with diagnostic standards and protocols, such as UDS over IP or CAN
Knowledge of Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer) for in-vehicle audio system validation
Benefits
Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
401(k) options
Casual dress code + relaxed work environment
Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere
Company
Faraday Future
Faraday Future designs and manufactures artificial intelligence-based electric vehicles.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.25BKey Investors
Master Investment GroupStreeterville CapitalATW Partners
2025-07-16Post Ipo Equity· $22M
2025-07-16Post Ipo Debt· $82M
2025-03-24Post Ipo Debt· $41M
Leadership Team
Matthias Aydt
Global CEO, Director of the Board of FFIE
Yueting Jia
Founder and Co-CEO
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