Android Wi-Fi & AOSP Engineer (Google Cast Focus) | Full-Time

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Position: Android Wi-Fi & AOSP Engineer (Google Cast Focus)

Location: Seattle, WA/ Bay Area / San Diego, CA

Type: Full-Time

JOB OVERVIEW

• We are a dynamic and innovative team where your ideas will directly impact the future of technology. As an Android Wi-Fi & AOSP Engineer, you will play a critical role in enhancing and debugging the Google Cast feature within Android, focusing specifically on the Wi-Fi network stack and middleware layers. You'll collaborate with a supportive and experienced team, tackling challenging projects for market leaders and driving innovation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deep Dive into AOSP Wi-Fi Stack: Work extensively within the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) Wi-Fi framework, focusing on the layers above the driver level.

• Google Cast Integration & Optimization: Be instrumental in the integration, improvement, and debugging of the Google Cast feature on Android devices.

• Wi-Fi Network Expertise: Ensure smooth and stable Wi-Fi connectivity for seamless casting experiences.

• Network Optimization for Media Streaming: Analyze and optimize network settings, potentially including Quality of Service (QoS), buffer management, and channel selection, to enhance media streaming performance for Google Cast.

• AOSP Wi-Fi Debugging & Development: Utilize your strong debugging skills within the AOSP Wi-Fi environment to identify and resolve complex network-related issues affecting casting functionality.

• Middleware Development & Troubleshooting: Contribute to the development and troubleshooting of Android middleware components related to Wi-Fi and casting.

• Wi-Fi Supplicant Expertise: Leverage your experience in troubleshooting issues related to the Wi-Fi supplicant (authentication, encryption, and connection).

• Security Protocol Implementation: Apply your knowledge of Wi-Fi Security Protocols (WPA2, WPA3) to ensure secure casting connections.

• Collaboration & Innovation: Work closely with the team to develop cutting-edge technology and contribute innovative solutions.

Basic qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in Android development with a strong emphasis on the Wi-Fi stack and middleware.

• Extensive experience with the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), specifically in the Wi-Fi module.

• Proven expertise in debugging and developing within the AOSP Wi-Fi framework.

• Strong understanding of Android Networking APIs.

• Significant experience troubleshooting issues related to the Wi-Fi supplicant (authenticate, encryption, and connect to a wireless network) within the Android environment.

• Solid understanding of Wi-Fi Security Protocols such as WPA2 and WPA3.

• Familiarity with network analysis tools like Wireshark.

• Proficiency in C++, Java, and/or Kotlin.

• Experience with casting technologies like Google Cast, Airplay, Miracast, WiDi, or DLNA is a plus.

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