Sr Android Platform Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Android Platform Engineer to play a critical role in the development of Walt OS, the custom operating system powering our future devices. As a Sr Android Platform Engineer, you will drive our Android system modifications, collaborate on technical specifications with our hardware partners, and own the integration of critical hardware domains including custom audio, networking, motion sensors, and power management.

Requirements

• Develop the Walt OS: Architect, implement, and continuously improve the custom Android 14 or later image for our devices, optimizing heavily for rugged, frontline environments.
• Own Core Hardware Domains: Lead the systems-level engineering for audio routing, network stability, precision location tracking, motion detection, and aggressive power management.
• Vendor Collaboration: Act as a key technical contact with our ODMs, reviewing implementations, troubleshooting integration issues, and ensuring hardware-software harmony.
• Cross-Functional Engineering: Contribute to our scalable backend services (Node.js) and mobile applications (React Native) to ensure seamless, real-time data sync between the device and the wider platform.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to other engineers on the team regarding systems-level architecture and Android platform best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Equity Stock Program
• Competitive Benefits Package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan + Company Match
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)