Senior System Development Engineer - Android AOSP (m/f/d)

At CARIAD, we're bundling and further expanding the Volkswagen Group's software expertise. We’re uniting over 6,500 global experts to build a scalable technology stack, including a software platform, unified electronic architecture and reliable connection to the automotive cloud. Our CARIDIANS are developing vehicle functions such as driver assistance systems, a next-generation infotainment platform, power electronics and charging technology, and digital services in and around the vehicle. Our software can already be found in Volkswagen ID. models and will soon power Audi and Porsche vehicles with the E3 1.2 platform in 2024. It's no easy task, but with experts like you, we can shape the future of mobility. Join us at CARIAD and be part of this exciting journey! YOUR TEAM Find the apps you like deeply integrated into your vehicle. Enjoy them seamlessly inside and outside the car: Import the destination address from your calendar, continue the podcast you started at home or listen to your favorite couch playlist, while driving. We are building a highly connected software platform that enables deep integration of infotainment applications and innovative connected body functions to create a holistic in vehicle experience for our customers. That is what we call ''. You will be part of a group of motivated software engineers within the Android AOSP team which enables this experience. A major part of your responsibilities will be the development and integration of a standardized platform for Android-based infotainment system apps based on the Android Open Source Project. The AOSP teams responsibilities are ownership of the platform, development of interfaces and extensions and integration inside the boundary conditions of the different infotainment systems and in compliance to the rules set by the Android ecosystem. Our goal is to create a dependable and scalable platform for internal and external app developers and ultimately individualized experiences for VW group brands customers. WHAT YOU WILL DO Participate in definition and scoping of a core Android platform product Shape and evaluate new Android concepts and technologies while providing guidance for successful application of concepts Coordinate issue resolution together with customers, partners and program management Ensure Android-compliant and sustainable implementation by internal teams and partners Play a pivotal role in ensuring timely delivery in high quality Design of scalable, extendable and efficient software components for Android platform integration and its users WHO YOU ARE University degree (MsC) in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field or equivalent qualification. Multiple years of experience in Linux and Android based software planning / steering Good knowledge and understanding of Android and the AOSP, particularly on platform level, , test suites, concepts & patterns, build system and security model Excellent communication skills und are passionate to realize your ideas and concepts target-oriented together with the stakeholders in our company Experience with agile practices, patterns and techniques and software lifecycle management (API management, backward compatibility) Native English or German speaker and your language skills are at a high level of proficiency NICE TO KNOW Remote work optionsTemporary work from abroad in selected countriesFlextime / optional working hoursCompany pension planAnnual professional developmentSabbatical option up to 6 months30 days paid + 10 days unpaid leavePossibility for VW Group car leasingIf you have further questions about the candidate journey at CARIAD, please contact us:  Apply Now Share this job offer