Principal Staff Software Engineer (Android Embedded Development)

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission -critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview

We develop and provide Android and Linux networking and Protocol stack solutions for MSI two way radios. We are also leading and look into future viability of new technology, assess the trends and initiate new solutions and concept to improve our products to maintain competitiveness.

Job Description

• Own the Embedded Android System architecture - envisioning, designing, creating, building and supporting.
• Solve problems which are not clearly defined and have a large degree of ambiguity while translating our organizational vision into functional plans that guide execution.
• Provide technical guidance and lead implementation on a wide range of Android framework, HALs and Linux Kernel drivers from Camera, Sensors, Wifi, Bluetooth, display to our developers and be the go-to-person for questions, and anticipate developers' needs.
• Mentor and grow developers by cultivating curiosity and deep technical understanding.
• Analyze customer, internal requirements and specifications and translate into software designs
• Design and implement customization for Android Devices
• Upgrade Android version and Qualcomm baseline Release
• Continuously and actively look for opportunities to improve development efficiency, quality and Technical bench strength
• Own and optimize system key performances and maintain system stability
• Interface with key internal partners and stakeholders such as external vendors (chipmaker), Product Development Management and other technical cross functional teams.
  
  

Basic Requirements

• At least Bachelor Degree in Computer Engineering/Telecommunications/Electronic/Computer Science.
• At least 8+ years of Android Embedded Development Experience
• Extensive experience programming in C and C++
• Experience in bring up at least 4 custom boards with Qualcomm Chipsets
• Deep knowledge of ARM/ARM64 architecture, Android Architecture, Android Internals, compilers, Operating systems Concepts, Linux kernel, filesystems / storage, Memory management, device drivers, performance tuning, networking, development tools and tests.
• Familiarity with Hardware Documentation such as schematic and layout drawing and communication protocols
• Experience with Google Mobile Services (GMS) Test Suite, certification and issue debugging
• Proven experience in debugging of complex hardware/software issues and knowledge of diagnostic tools to root cause and debug issues through entire product lifecycle
• Experience in Connectivity - GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth stack and certification will be a plus
• Experience in Android Application development with knowledge of Java, Kotlin and Android SDK and able to develop and architect multiple Android Applications across versions and deep knowledge of Android UI guideline will be a plus
• Must be willing to work in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia.
  
  

In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get:

Competitive salary package

Private medical coverage

Life insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible working hours

Strong collaborative culture

Travel Requirements

None

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].