Senior Android Software Developer, Infotainment

Lucid Motors is building in-vehicle experiences powered by advanced Android software, and this role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining Android apps for infotainment systems. As a Senior Android UI/UX Software Engineer, you will partner closely with UX/UI designers and platform engineers to deliver responsive, secure, and user-friendly features that integrate with the vehicle.

Location: Southfield, MI (onsite)

What you’ll do

• Design, develop, and maintain Android applications for in-vehicle infotainment experiences.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to define and refine user-facing features, interactions, and interface details.
• Design, implement, and deliver in-vehicle software using platform capabilities, frameworks, and SDKs.
• Work with platform software engineers to analyze and optimize performance for a highly responsive user experience.
• Diagnose, analyze, and resolve issues found through testing and user validation.
• Integrate multimedia capabilities such as audio/video playback, navigation, and connectivity.
• Secure user data and support privacy, aligned with current industry best practices.
• Debug issues while building experience in performance optimization and system stability.
• Apply the latest Android development techniques and stay current with development trends.
• Coordinate with hardware and firmware teams to ensure software integrates cleanly with vehicle systems.
• Document work through code comments, system architecture notes, and user guides.
• Stay informed about automotive infotainment standards and regulations and contribute to successful delivery.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on development experience in Java or Kotlin.
• 4+ years of hands-on development experience on Android or a similar device platform.
• 3+ years of experience designing, testing, maintaining, and launching commercial software products.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical degree.

Technologies

• Android
• Java
• Kotlin
• Android Studio
• Android SDK
• Git

Bonus points

• Familiarity with Android Studio and the Android SDK.
• Ability to embrace software design patterns and best practices.
• Experience with test-driven development or test automation.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off; salaried/exempt employees accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.
• Eligible employees may participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program.

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal opportunity & accessibility

• Lucid Motors is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
• Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact TA-Operations at <@>lucidmotors.com. This email is for accommodation requests only and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions.

Application and privacy notes

• To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
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• Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes.