Software Engineer - CarPlay

Team: IT

Location: India

Commitment: Full-time

Workplace Type: remote

Accountabilities:

The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining CarPlay functionality within Android-based automotive infotainment systems. The role requires strong technical ownership, system-level problem solving, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality connected vehicle experiences.

• Design, develop, and integrate Apple CarPlay features within Android Automotive OS-based infotainment platforms.
• Implement and maintain CarPlay connection lifecycle features, including connection management, projection, audio playback, alternate screen support, Siri enhancements, and error recovery.
• Develop and enhance Binder/AIDL-based IPC communication for CarPlay projection services.
• Build and maintain state machines and service lifecycle logic to ensure reliable CarPlay operation.
• Work across Android framework and native components to support projection workflows.
• Perform system-level debugging of crashes, ANRs, memory leaks, performance issues, and boot-time challenges.
• Use debugging and profiling tools such as ADB, logcat, Perfetto, and Android Studio Profiler.
• Apply JNI and native debugging techniques to diagnose and resolve cross-layer issues.
• Support Apple CarPlay certification activities by investigating validation failures and implementing corrective solutions.
• Collaborate with QA, certification, and platform teams to improve stability, compliance, and overall product quality.
• Stay updated on CarPlay specifications, iOS compatibility changes, and Android Automotive platform updates.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute technical guidance within the development team.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is a software engineer with strong Android system development experience and a passion for automotive technology. They should have expertise in embedded software, connectivity solutions, and debugging complex platform-level issues.

• 3–6 years of experience in software engineering, preferably in automotive or embedded systems.
• Strong programming skills in Kotlin, Java, and C++.
• Hands-on experience with Android system-level development, including AAOS or AOSP environments.
• Solid understanding of Android services, Binder/AIDL communication, and system service lifecycles.
• Experience developing or integrating Apple CarPlay projection technologies.
• Strong knowledge of JNI and native debugging practices.
• Experience troubleshooting complex Android system issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Familiarity with Apple CarPlay specifications and certification processes is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of CarPlay communication plugins and related validation processes.
• Experience with FACET testing, ATS log analysis, and CarPlay audio certification test cases.
• Understanding of automotive connectivity protocols such as Bluetooth, USB, and Wi-Fi is preferred.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN.
• Experience completing at least one full CarPlay certification cycle is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and work-from-home options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Access to advanced automotive technologies and engineering tools.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge connected vehicle solutions.