Summary
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A senior Android engineer is sought to design and develop modern mobile and automotive applications using Kotlin and contemporary Android architecture. Responsibilities include reactive UI development, integration with vehicle systems and APIs, and delivery of voice and graphical experiences for sophisticated in-vehicle infotainment environments.
Highlights
Develop modern Android applications for connected automotive experiences, using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, reactive architecture, and automotive platform APIs. The role offers hands-on work with advanced in-vehicle interfaces and vehicle-system integration.
Description
Who is Cerence?
Cerence is the global leader in AI for transportation, specialized in building AI and voicepowered companions for cars, two-wheelers, and more that enable people to focus on what matters most.
With over 500 million cars shipped with Cerence technology, we partner with leading automakers (such as Volkswagen, Mercedes, Audi, Toyota and many more), mobility providers, and technology companies to power intuitive, integrated experiences that create safer, more connected, and more enjoyable journeys for drivers and passengers alike.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
• Design and develop Android applications using Kotlin, Coroutines, and Flow
• Build modern UI using Jetpack Compose with MVVM architecture and reactive state management
• Develop and customize applications on Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Integrate with vehicle systems via Car APIs (e.g., CarPropertyManager, Vehicle HAL)
• Implement VUI/GUI features for in-vehicle infotainment systems
• Design and implement robust networking layers using Retrofit / OkHttp
• Ensure performance, stability, and responsiveness of applications in resource-constrained environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mobile, backend, embedded) to deliver end-to-end features
• Identify system bottlenecks and optimize performance (CPU / memory / rendering)
• Debug and resolve issues across application, framework, and system layers
• Port and adapt applications across different Android / Automotive platforms and hardware variants
• Contribute to development tooling, CI/CD pipelines, and automation workflows
• Maintain high code quality, modularity, and testability
Qualifications:
Number of Years of Work Experience: 5+ years
Required Skills:
• Strong experience with Android development using Kotlin
• Solid understanding of MVVM architecture and unidirectional data flow
• Strong experience with Coroutines and Flow
• Hands-on experience with Jetpack Compose
• Strong experience with Android Jetpack components: - ViewModel - Lifecycle - Navigation - State management (StateFlow / SharedFlow)
• Strong experience with networking: - Retrofit - OkHttp - RESTful API integration - Understanding of HTTP / TCP fundamentals
• Deep understanding of Android architecture and lifecycle
• Familiar with Android framework internals and system components
• Experience with performance tuning and debugging tools (e.g., Android Profiler, Systrace)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex issues
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Good understanding of Android system services and IPC (Binder / AIDL)
• Familiar with multi-threading, concurrency, and lifecycle management
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and build systems (Gradle)
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
• Familiar with Car APIs (CarPropertyManager, CarService, Vehicle HAL)
• Experience with system apps / privileged apps / AOSP customization
• Experience with audio framework or media system integration
• Experience with Bluetooth (especially automotive use cases)
• Experience with multi-device communication (ADB, remote debugging, device farm)
• Familiar with containerized or remote development environments
• Familiar with scripting (Python / Shell) is a plus
• Background in voice interaction, speech systems, or AI integration is a plus
