Automotive Software Middleware Engineer to design, develop, integrate and implement complex middleware solutions for next-generation automotive infotainment and cockpit systems.

The role involves working across Android Automotive, AOSP, C , Middleware, HAL/VHAL, IVI systems and IPC with opportunities to contribute to software platforms used in modern connected vehicles.

The ideal candidate should have strong C programming skills, hands-on automotive software experience and a good understanding of Android/Linux-based embedded systems.

The role also requires experience in automotive communication protocols, system integration, debugging, and developing scalable middleware components for connected vehicle platforms.

Key Roles &

Responsibilities :

- Design, develop and implement automotive middleware components for infotainment and cockpit systems.
- Develop robust and scalable C middleware solutions for Android Automotive platforms.
- Work across AOSP, Android Framework, HAL/VHAL and middleware layers.
- Design and develop middleware components across domains such as :
- Multimedia
- Audio
- Bluetooth
- Projection
- Tuner

6.

System

Infrastructure

- HMI
- Sensors
- Diagnostics

10.

Vehicle

Services

- Implement and customize HAL/VHAL interfaces based on product requirements.
- Work with Android HIDL/interfaces and IPC mechanisms.
- Develop and integrate inter-ECU and intra-ECU communication solutions.
- Work with automotive communication and messaging frameworks, including IPCL.
- Understand and contribute to the Android boot sequence, startup/shutdown and fast-boot solutions.
- Participate in software architecture, design discussions and technical problem-solving.
- Perform debugging, root-cause analysis,



software integration and issue resolution.
- Work with Android, Linux and QNX development environments.
- Support cross-compilation, build and deployment activities.
- Collaborate with architects, framework engineers, embedded developers, system engineers and testing teams.
- Follow software coding standards, design patterns and development processes.
- Contribute to code reviews, technical documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Technical Skills & Expertise :

- Strong proficiency in C .
- Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming concepts.
- Good knowledge of C design patterns.
- Understanding of memory management, multithreading and concurrency concepts.
- Familiarity with coding standards such as MISRA C/C .
- Hands-on experience with Android-based IVI/Cockpit systems.
- Good understanding of AOSP architecture.
- Experience working with Android Framework components.
- Understanding of the Android boot sequence and framework module architecture.
- Experience with HAL/VHAL implementation and customization.
- Knowledge of HIDL and Android interface mechanisms.
- Exposure to Android Automotive development environments.

Experience in one or more of the following domains :

- Infotainment Middleware
- Multimedia
- Audio
- Bluetooth
- Projection
- Tuner, HMI, System Infrastructure
- Vehicle Services
- Sensor Integration




- Diagnostics
- Vehicle SOTA, AUTOSAR, Startup/Shutdown, Quick Boot.

Operating Systems & Build Systems :

- Good understanding of Linux and/or QNX.
- Familiarity with Android/Linux/QNX development toolchains.
- Experience with cross-compilation and embedded build environments.
- Knowledge of build systems such as CMake, Gradle, Soong and Android Build System.
- Understanding of inter-ECU and intra-ECU communication.
- Familiarity with IPC mechanisms and messaging frameworks.
- Knowledge of IPCL or similar automotive communication technologies.
- Exposure to automotive communication architectures will be an advantage.

Development & Debugging Tools :

- Experience with software integration and debugging.
- Exposure to log analysis, crash debugging and system-level troubleshooting.

Education : BE/B.TECH/M.TECH

Experience :

- 4 years of relevant experience in automotive software development, middleware development or Android-based embedded systems.
- Candidates should preferably have hands-on experience in automotive IVI, Android Automotive, AOSP, C middleware, HAL/VHAL or embedded Linux/QNX environments.

Behavioral Competencies :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Innovative approach to technical challenges.
- Ownership and accountability.
- Strong focus on quality and delivery.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Strategic and systems-oriented thinking.
- Passion for automotive software and emerging technologies.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new platforms and technologies.
- Strong commitment to engineering excellence.

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