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WHAT YOU'LL DO

At P3, we build advanced infotainment systems for some of the world's largest automotive OEMs. We specialize in Android Automotive OS (AAOS) and lead end-to-end development for complex, in-vehicle digital experiences. We are looking for a Senior Android Automotive OS (AAOS) Platform Engineer to design and build nextgeneration invehicle infotainment systems. In this role, you will work deeply within the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), developing system services, hardware integrations, and vehiclespecific platform capabilities that power modern automotive user experiences. You will collaborate closely with hardware vendors, OEM stakeholders, and crossfunctional software teams to deliver robust, secure, and highperformance AAOS platforms that run reliably in vehicles worldwide.

• Customize and extend Android Automotive OS (AAOS) based on AOSP, working across system image, framework, and service layers.
• Design and implement system services using Java and Kotlin; introduce modern Kotlinbased modules where appropriate.
• Develop and integrate Hardware Abstraction Layers (HALs) and proprietary drivers for vehicle hardware such as displays, audio systems, climate controls, tuners, and amplifiers.
• Build and maintain Vehicle Data APIs and SDKs enabling controlled access to signals such as speed, location, diagnostics, gear state, and door events.
• Architect and implement interprocess communication (IPC) and pubsub messaging mechanisms for realtime vehicle data distribution.
• Engineer and debug Bluetooth stacks and SDKs for communication between the head unit, mobile devices, wearables, and internal ECUs.
• Analyze and optimize system performance through memory leak detection, CPU profiling, garbage collection analysis, and system tracing in resourceconstrained environments.
• Implement and maintain secure OTA (OvertheAir) update mechanisms for vehicles deployed in the field.
• Develop and enforce SELinux policies, harden IPC boundaries, and reduce attack surfaces across system services.
• Collaborate with hardware vendors and embedded teams to integrate C++ components in embedded Linux environments.
• Design custom window management and view systems to support automotivespecific layouts such as splitscreen and portrait displays.
• Integrate and technically lead thirdparty automotive SDKs (e.g., navigation, voice, connectivity), ensuring performance and safety compliance.
• Build automated unit and integration tests (JUnit, Mockito) for framework and HAL components, runnable on development boards and invehicle hardware.
• Debug lowlevel protocol and connectivity issues using Wireshark, CAN bus logs, and proprietary diagnostic tools.
• Support CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) for system builds, configuration management, and automated deployments.
• Provide expertlevel field issue troubleshooting and root cause analysis, working with real vehicle logs and customerreported defects.

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field.
• You have several years of handson experience with Android Automotive OS (AAOS) and AOSP systemlevel development.
• You are highly experienced in Java and Kotlin, with a strong understanding of Android framework internals.
• You have practical experience with HAL development, embedded Linux, and C++ integration.
• You understand automotive architectures, including ECUs, CAN bus communication, and vehicle signal handling.
• You are confident working with Bluetooth protocols, system debugging tools, and performance profiling techniques.
• You have handson experience with SELinux, secure IPC design, and system hardening.
• You are comfortable designing APIs and SDKs for internal developer teams.
• You bring a senior mindset: you take ownership, mentor others, and make sound architectural decisions.
• You communicate clearly with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• You are comfortable with extensive travel, depending on client and project needs.
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.

GOOD TO KNOW

• We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential.
• You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• We offer mentorship and onboarding programs and a flat hierarchy.
• You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.
• We offer national and international travel opportunities.
• You have career opportunities in a fast-growing company and work in small, efficient project teams.