Android Framework Engineer : Ford

Interview : VideoLocation: California (Palo Alto preferred first), Detroit, Michigan (secondary priority) (4 days onsite a week Onsite)Visa : USC, H4 EAD, L2 EAD, TNNeed Genuine LinkedIn- NO RECENT OR MULTIPLE LINKEDINDescription :Job Description:This position will focus on designing and implementing core components of the Androidframework, enhancing the performance, reliability, and security of our IVI platform. The idealcandidate will possess a deep understanding of Android's architecture and will thrive in acollaborative environment.Screening & Knockout QuestionsTo streamline the process before panel interviews:Android Framework ExperienceAsk candidates to describe specific Android framework projects they worked on and what they personally implemented.Technology Stack & Skill PrioritiesFramework EngineersMust have strong Android framework experience .Deep knowledge of HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) and IDL is required .Primary languages: Java and C++ .Rust is not required for framework engineers.Candidates should already understand Android framework fundamentals this is not a learning role . candidates must already possess this knowledge.Responsibilities- Drive the design and development of system-level components and libraries within the Androidframework.- Build HAL, AIDL interfaces and android services- Work closely with product managers, UX designers, and hardware teams to gatherrequirements and define technical solutions.- Analyze performance bottlenecks and troubleshoot system issues, ensuring high efficiency anduser satisfaction.- Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure adherence to best coding practices and high-qualitystandards.- Maintain comprehensive documentation covering architecture, workflows, and technicalspecifications.Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.- 8+ years of software development experience, particularly in Android development and AOSP[1]based platforms.- Strong expertise in Java, Kotlin, and C/C++; familiarity with Rust is a plus.- Deep understanding of Android OS internals, lifecycle management, services, and IPC methods(Binder).- Proven experience in developing and integrating hardware abstraction layers (HAL) to facilitatecommunication between hardware and software.- Familiarity with Android Interface Definition Language (AIDL) for defining and managing IPCmechanisms.- Proficient in using modern development tools and methodologies, including Agile practices andCI/CD pipelines.- Proven ability to analyze and optimize system performance while considering user experienceCandidate ExpectationsStrong preference for hands-on experience over years of tenure.Candidates must clearly explain:What they personally builtHow they optimized or scaled systemsTheir direct contributions to past projectsDepth and quality of experience matter more than total years (4 strong years is sufficient if truly hands-on).Candidates should be able to communicate technically with clarity and confidence.