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At the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain. Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us?

Senior Software Engineer – Android Development with Videocall HCP3 2025 (multi-year contract opportunity)

Role Summary

As an Android Automotive Software Engineer, you will be doing Software applications and native layers of Android stack for the Automotive Digital Cockpit.
You will collaborate with UX, Industrial Designers, Backend specialist, Android SW engineers to build end to end advanced concepts.
You will be part of a team that has end-to-end responsibility including design, architecture, documentation, development, verification, and validation.
As part of our VW Group Innovation center, you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to generating innovative ideas and solutions.

Skills Requirements

Excellent knowledge in Android Kotlin Java, C++, Python
Experience in Automotive communication buses
Experience of Android app and Android platform development along with experience in AOSP and the AOSP build system.
Android in Car Videocall 2025-2026, Android Universal HMI via Projection mode.
Familiar with modern app architectural patterns (MVP, MVVM, layered architecture,
refactoring)
Good knowledge of Android testing frameworks (Junit, Espresso, Mockito)
Very good knowledge of English (written and spoken) is essential
Excellent communication skills

Education Requirements

B.Sc in Software Engineering
M.Sc (strongly preferred)

Work Flexibility

Travel is estimated to be 10-15%.
Travel as needed within U.S. and overseas to support test drives and project specific training.

In Belmont, California, the base salary range for this role is $140,000 -$155,000, depending on education and experience.

Volkswagen 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.

Hybrid

Primary Location

United States-California-Belmont