Definition

Android Software Engineer - Applications

Applied Compute

Applied Compute

Software Engineering, IT
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Posted on Mar 6, 2026

Location

Sunnyvale

Employment Type

Full time

Department

Vehicle OS

Meet our engineers on the Vehicle OS team!

Vehicle OS is a flexible suite of products that help vehicle manufacturers develop, deploy, and update complete vehicle software and AI applications. Learn more about what the team is building, the team culture, and why it’s one of the most exciting projects at Applied Intuition.

About the role

As a Android Software Engineer on the Vehicle OS team, you will be at the heart of designing, building, and maintaining advanced Android apps that power next-generation vehicle intelligence and software at scale.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver smooth, innovative, and reliable features—ultimately driving the transition to a software-defined future for the automotive industry.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

  • Design, build, and maintain high-quality Android applications that delight users and set new standards for in-vehicle experiences

  • Collaborate closely with product, design, and backend teams to bring new features from concept to production

  • Optimize app performance, stability, and quality through best practices, code reviews, and continuous improvement

  • Integrate your applications with Applied Vehicle OS and ensure seamless end-to-end functionality

  • Contribute to technical standards, architecture discussions, and sprint planning as part of a collaborative team

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest Android development trends and tools to drive innovation

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer, Software Engineering, or equivalent

  • 3+ years of Android or iOS application development experience

  • 2-4+ years of experience shipped apps at scale

  • Experience in Kotlin and Java for Android

  • Strong understanding of Android SDK, Jetpack libraries, and modern architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, etc.)

  • Product-focused mindset and passion for building seamless, user-centric experiences

  • Self-starter attitude and comfort working in a fast-paced, startup-like environment

  • Track record of writing clean, maintainable, and testable code

Nice to have:

  • Experience with Android Open Source Project (AOSP) and/or Android Automotive OS (AAOS)

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $147,000 - $265,000 USD annually.