Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ยท 3 weeks ago
Android Developer, Infotainment
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$116K/yr - $145K/yr
2+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on the future of automotive technology. The role involves designing and developing in-vehicle infotainment applications on Android Automotive OS, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing application performance.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Design and develop infotainment applications on Android Automotive OS
Create modular and scalable software that can adapt to a variety of different products and use cases
Create designs pattern and libraries to facilitate application developments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product and UI/UX design teams to define application features
Identify potential problems and resolve application bottlenecks for performance optimizations
Perform code reviews and practice continuous integration and development
Write test code to test for quality, robustness, and functional correctness, including edge cases
Design and implement subsequent application updates and releases
Investigate AAOS codebase for better application performance and integration
Develop sample and demo applications, making use of our technology
Grow your skills with continual learning, workshops, conferences, and talks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering (MS preferred)
Proven Android application developer with 2+ years of experience
Proficiency in Kotlin, Java, and C++
Ability to manage your workload with minimal supervision
Proficiency in using Android and Android Jetpack APIs, including knowledge of Android NDK and JNI
Knowledge of Android design principles and application interface guidelines
Knowledge of Android's performance and testing framework
Familiarity with embedded Android framework services
Excellent coding and proofreading skills
Familiarity with the best in class Software development practices
Proficient in code versioning tools including Git, Gitlab and others
Experience with continuous integration tools, such as Jenkins
Familiarity with Agile Scrum practices
Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to collaboratively work with and influence cross-functional teams
Top-notch teamwork and communication skills
Preferred
Experience with developing multi-media and Bluetooth solutions is a plus
Familiarity with push notifications, APIs and cloud messaging
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Company
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
1001-5000 employees
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