CONTRACT: Sr SWE - Android (with AOSP)

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.Brief Role DescriptionThis multi-year contract position is responsible for leading application development for mobile and vehicle infotainment systems at Volkswagen Group’s Innovation Center California. The ideal candidate would excel at working with multiple cross disciplinary project teams to develop and implement infotainment concepts that showcase user journeys of our next-generation product concepts. The role involves championing a compelling story of innovation across VW Group, and to inspire main stakeholders within the organizationThe candidate would also be responsible for investigating new developments in current and future mobile development with a focus on spatial computing technologies. Day to day activities for this would involve creating and leading the process for selecting, testing, and tracking top ideas for technical experimentation and productization. The role gives the flexibility to learn new things, try new technology, seek opportunities to grow, mentor & be mentored, & participate in Volkswagen Group’s innovation ecosystem.Role Responsibilities & QualificationsRole Responsibilities Engage in brainstorming sessions to identify front-end technologies (mobile and vehicle infotainment) to showcase customer-facing innovation concepts for mobilityDevelop mobile apps that can transform into vehicle apps when paired with the vehicle infotainment systemPrototype interactive A.R. experiences using state-of-the-art spatial computing frameworksMake platform-level adaptations to customize Android Automotive for the vehicle infotainment systemIdentify and collaborate with external companies in Silicon Valley to bring disruptive technology and influence existing project portfolioTrack ideas and their impact and infuse the outcomes of proof of concepts into real productsPresent your work at internal and external technology events and workshops with main stakeholders and potential companiesCapture intellectual propertyQualificationsYears of Experience8+ years of software development experience 5+ years of experience in Android application developmentHighly desired (not required) Experience working with Android Automotive.EducationBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, EE or Game Design. Masters preferred.#LI-CK1Skill RequirementsSkillsSelf-motivated, flexible individual with high degree of ownership and accountability for resultsAnalytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason, creative and strategicAbility to collaborate with cross-functional teams as the technology lead for the domainStrong presentation and communication skillsStrong Android development experienceExperience developing apps which have a multi-channel experience (e.g. Android Auto media and messaging appsExperience building applications which ingest large scale data from REST APIsUnderstanding of core Computer Science algorithms and data structuresKnowledge of Git fundamentals: branching, merging conflictsDesired SkillsKnowledge of software platform engineering and AOSP internalsExperience bringing up systems with Android Automotive Developing/modifying Vehicle HALsModifying HMI using CarUI and SystemUI librariesHands-on experience with Kotlin, Jetpack and NDK developmentExperience developing interactive spatial computing experiences using Augmented Reality technologies like ARCoreUnderstanding of vehicle Infotainment systems with a focus on application development (Navigation, Digital Assistant, V2X) Work Flexibility & Compensation DataWork FlexibilityReadiness for international business trips to visit Audi AG, Volkswagen AG, Porsche AGFlexibility to travel within US, Europe and ChinaIn Silicon Valley (California), the salary range for this role will be $155,000 - $185,000, depending on education and years of relevant experience. Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. Other benefits for this position include:Eligibility for annual performance bonusHealthcare benefits401(k), with company matchDefined contribution retirement program.Tuition reimbursementCompany lease car programPaid time offCompetenciesAct as an ownerBe a pioneerExcite customerGrow personallyHandle complexityLive integrity & complianceLive passionPerform togetherThink aheadVolkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.