Application Software Developer - Android
FordWaterloo, Ontario, Canada • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Posted April 9, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Ford is a global automaker reinventing iconic vehicles and creating groundbreaking connected and electric cars for the future of mobility.
Job Description
Ford is looking for an Application Software Developer - Android to design and implement the UI layer of their Intelligent Voice Assistant using Jetpack Compose and modern Android best practices. The role involves collaborating with VUI designers, AI engineers, and Product Managers to create a multimodal interface where voice and visuals blend seamlessly.
Requirements
- Architect & Build: Design and implement the UI layer of our Intelligent Voice Assistant using Jetpack Compose and modern Android best practices.
- Bring UI to Life: Utilize Rive to create state-driven, interactive vector animations that respond in real-time to voice triggers, system states, and user emotions.
- Modern Architecture: Maintain a clean, scalable codebase using MVVM (Model-View-View Model) or MVI patterns to handle complex voice-interaction states.
- Performance Optimization: Ensure the UI is 'automotive grade' — meaning it must be ultra-responsive, stable, and performant under the unique constraints of vehicle hardware.
- Collaborate: Work closely with VUI (Voice User Interface) designers, AI engineers, and Product Managers to bridge the gap between spoken word and visual feedback.
- Innovation: Stay at the forefront of Android development, prototyping new ways for drivers to interact with AI without compromising safety.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Vehicle Discounts