Senior Android Software Engineer (AAOS)

TL;DR

Senior Android Software Engineer (AAOS): Leading the design and development of in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) apps and OTA update clients with an accent on system reliability, safety, and performance. Focus on optimizing resource-constrained hardware, implementing robust OTA rollback mechanisms, and integrating vehicle signals via VHAL.

Location: Hybrid (Must be based in or be able to relocate to Warren, Michigan; report to office at least 3 times per week). GM does not provide immigration sponsorship (H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.)

Company

Global automotive leader striving for a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion through software-defined vehicles.

What you will do

• Design and maintain IVI apps and OTA update clients on AAOS/embedded Android with robust error handling and fault recovery.
• Develop intuitive UX and interaction flows for media, navigation, and app-store experiences compliant with safety guidelines.
• Optimize startup/resume times and frame rates on resource-constrained hardware to ensure predictable behavior.
• Integrate apps with vehicle properties and back-office services using AAOS APIs and IPC (AIDL, gRPC).
• Implement comprehensive test strategies including unit, UI, and system-level testing integrated into CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to mid-level and junior engineers through code and design reviews.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Android development experience with production apps or Android-based embedded software.
• Proven experience working with AAOS or deeply embedded Android platforms.
• Expert proficiency in Kotlin, Java, Android SDK, Coroutines/Flow, and MVVM/Jetpack.
• Deep understanding of app/activity lifecycles, memory management, and performance profiling.
• Experience writing automated tests using JUnit, MockK/Mockito, Espresso, or UI Automator.
• Bachelor's degree in CS, Software Engineering, EE/CE, or equivalent experience.

Nice to have

• 8+ years of experience directly with AOSP/AAOS platform-related code.
• Knowledge of VHAL and vehicle property APIs.
• Experience building or integrating OTA update mechanisms.
• Familiarity with driver-distraction rules and in-vehicle HMI guidelines.
• Experience with safety-critical or regulated systems (functional safety, cybersecurity).

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with a focus on collaborative in-person interaction in Warren, MI.
• Eligibility for relocation benefits for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package focusing on employee well-being.
• Inclusive corporate culture committed to non-discrimination and belonging.