Sr Linux/ Android SW Engineer | Irvine, CA (Onsite) | Contract role

Job Title: Sr Linux/ Android SW Engineer

Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)

Duration: 12 Months

Type: Contract

Experience: 10+ years

Work mode: 5 days onsite

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Android Software Engineer to support maintenance and enhancement of the foundational software frameworks, libraries, APIs, and integration interfaces that enable passenger-facing applications across current-generation platforms. This includes Android application frameworks, reusable UI libraries and components, platform interfaces, accessibility and localization capabilities, and automated testing frameworks used to validate these software layers. The role requires strong hands-on expertise in modern C++, working experience of programming in Linux/ Android based embedded environment, application frameworks, debugging, and system integration.

Key Responsibilities:

To support maintenance and enhancement of the foundational software frameworks, libraries, APIs, and integration interfaces that enable passenger-facing applications across current-generation platforms. This includes Android application frameworks, reusable UI libraries and components, platform interfaces, accessibility and localization capabilities, and automated testing frameworks used to validate these software layers. The role requires strong hands-on expertise in modern C++, working experience of programming in Linux/ Android based embedded environment, application frameworks, debugging, and system integration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong hands-on experience with modern C++, including OOP, memory management,multithreading/concurrency, data structures, algorithms, and performance optimization.
• Strong experience developing and debugging software in Linux environments.
• Experience with Android systems/platform programming, threads, networking, and system interfaces.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, unit testing, integration, debugging, and defect resolution.
• Ability to develop modular, reusable, maintainable, and testable production-quality software.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded or edge-computing systems.
• Experience integrating applications with embedded platform services.
• Exposure to cross-platform application integration.
• Experience developing reusable frameworks, libraries, APIs, or SDK-style components.
• Familiarity with automated testing and CI/CD practices.
• Experience supporting multiple hardware or product configurations.
• Experience in passenger entertainment, avionics, automotive, embedded Android, or similar complex embedded environments.

About Next Gen Software Solutions:

Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Next Gen Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.