Hiring: Senior Engineering Manager - Android Connectivity Company: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies Location: Palo Alto, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 11:57:08 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Android, C, C++, DNS, Embedded Systems, Java, Kotlin, TCP/IP, UI/UX About the job Experience: •8+ years of software engineering experience with at least 3+ years in an engineering management or technical lead role Required Skills: •Build and manage a team of Android and Embedded SW engineers with focus on Bluetooth and connectivity management. •Own and drive software development strategy for Bluetooth features on Android-based infotainment platform. •Oversee integration of Bluetooth features within Android framework layers including device management, recovery, integration with audio and media subsystems. •Lead architectural decisions for connectivity management and their interaction with Android framework layers (Connectivity, HAL, Network Manager) •Oversee software development for building custom connectivity HAL layer to integrate with Android Connectivity framework for handling connectivity switching on distributed ECUs. •Establish standards for modular, scalable software design, promoting reusable design patterns and libraries across the team •Own the technical design process, guiding developers on architectural choices, design decisions, and resolution of complex technical challenges •Drive cross-functional collaboration with product, UI/UX, and platform teams to shape feature definitions, resolve bottlenecks ensuring best-in-class Bluetooth and connectivity experience Qualifications: •B.S. / M.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent •Strong background in Android platform development, including Android framework, HAL, and application layers •Solid understanding of Bluetooth stack architecture (Bluedroid / BlueZ / Fluoride) and core profiles •Applied hands-on capability in Android ConnectivityManager, NetworkCallback, and related networking APIs •Solid functional working knowledge of TCP/IP networking — IP routing, DHCP, DNS, and network capability management within Android •Proficiency in Java/Kotlin, and C/C++ •Leadership & Influence •Strong technical and strategic vision, with the ability to translate broad objectives into actionable engineering plans •Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to collaboratively work with, mentor, and influence cross-functional, senior, and globally distributed teams. •Top-notch teamwork and communication skills. Compensation: •$237,700 - $326,150 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!