Android AAOSP Software / System Architect (Automotive)

Job Title: Android AAOSP Software / System Architect (Automotive)

Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Job Type: Contract / Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Android AAOSP Software/System Architect to lead the architecture, design, and development of next-generation Android Automotive OS (AAOS/AOSP) platforms for connected vehicle infotainment and in-vehicle systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing scalable automotive software architectures, integrating vehicle services, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver production-grade automotive solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and define end-to-end software architecture for Android Automotive OS (AAOS/AOSP) platforms.
• Architect infotainment systems, digital cockpit solutions, and vehicle software platforms.
• Customize and optimize the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) for automotive applications.
• Lead system architecture reviews and define software design guidelines.
• Integrate Android Automotive services with vehicle ECUs using automotive communication protocols.
• Collaborate with hardware, embedded, middleware, HMI/UI, cloud, and application development teams.
• Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance software frameworks.
• Optimize system boot time, memory usage, power consumption, and overall performance.
• Define interfaces between Android framework, HAL, Linux Kernel, middleware, and applications.
• Lead technical discussions with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality and safety standards.
• Mentor engineering teams and provide technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience.
• 5+ years of Android Automotive (AAOS/AOSP) architecture experience.
• Strong expertise in Android Framework, AOSP architecture, and Android internals.
• Deep understanding of Linux-based embedded systems.
• Experience with Android HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer).
• Strong knowledge of Binder IPC, HIDL/AIDL, SELinux, init services, and Android build systems.
• Experience with C++, Java, and Kotlin.
• Knowledge of Android system services and framework customization.
• Experience integrating infotainment systems with automotive hardware.
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.

Preferred Skills

• Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Android Open Source Project (AOSP)
• Vehicle HAL (VHAL)
• Android Framework
• Embedded Linux
• C++
• Java
• Kotlin
• Binder IPC
• HIDL / AIDL
• HAL Development
• Android Build System (Soong/Bazel/Make)
• Automotive Ethernet
• CAN
• LIN
• FlexRay
• SOME/IP
• Automotive Middleware
• Bluetooth
• Wi-Fi
• GNSS
• USB
• Audio Framework
• Camera Framework
• Display Framework
• Vehicle Services
• OTA Updates
• Automotive Cybersecurity
• Secure Boot
• Trusted Execution Environment (TEE)