Android Developer

Description
"GlobalLogic estimates the starting pay range for this role to be performed in Palo Alto, CA to be $150K to $160K and reflects base salary only and does not include additional performance-linked variable compensation, benefits etc that may be applicable for the role. This pay range is provided as a good faith estimate and the amount offered may be higher or lower. GlobalLogic takes many factors into consideration in making an offer, including candidate qualifications, work experience, operational needs, travel and onsite requirements, internal peer equity, prevailing wage, responsibilities, and other market and business considerations.

Requirements
Android Build & Integration

Deep knowledge of the Android build system (AOSP / AAOS): Soong / Blueprint Makefiles

Product configuration , , )

Experience with AOSP repo tool, manifest management, and branch merges.

Ability to perform codebase synchronization and resolve merge conflicts when integrating DPD changes.

Configuration Management Understand Android product configurations, overlays, and resource management.

Experience managing:

system, vendor, and product partitions

Feature flags, system properties, and app permissions

Familiar with device tree structures, build variants, and flavor definitions.

DPD (Device / Platform Definition) Integration

Integrate DPD updates into Android build and app configuration:

Update configuration XMLs, manifests, or property files.

Merge changes to feature sets, hardware mappings, or resource definitions.

Validate that changes are correctly reflected in the physical app layer (HVAC, media, connectivity applets, etc.).

Coordinate with the DPD / platform team to understand what's changed (e.g., new hardware variant, feature toggle, or sensor addition).

System-Level Android & Applet Awareness

Understanding of how applets consume system configuration:

Resource overlays, system properties, or service APIs.

Ability to trace configuration → framework → applet flow.

Work closely with framework engineers to ensure new DPD features are exposed through the applet framework.

Validation & Testing

Perform smoke tests and integration validation after DPD updates:

Boot validation, system service initialization, applet startup.

Ensure no regression in functionality or performance.

Use ADB, logcat, and system tracing tools to debug integration issues.

Automate sanity checks and configuration validation (Python/Bash scripting).

Job responsibilities

Integration engineer who acts as the bridge between platform configuration, applets, and Android system builds.

Manage updates from DPD (which likely defines hardware mappings, feature sets, or OEM configuration data) and ensure that the physical app layer (the in-vehicle applets and their framework) stays in sync with the latest platform versions.

Kind of continuous integration and configuration management for the in-vehicle Android environment.

What we offer

Culture of caring.
At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you'll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you'll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders.

Learning and development.
We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You'll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work.
GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what's possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you'll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility.
We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way

High-trust organization.
We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you're placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic
GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world's largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we've been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.