Android OS Developer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Android OS Developer to support a company focused on modernizing secure, mission‑critical embedded systems for U.S. defense and national security programs. This position is remote within the United States. The Android OS Developer will support the development, hardening, and long‑term sustainment of a customized Android operating system used in next‑generation secure field devices. This role directly supports the modernization of critical technology relied upon by service members in operational environments.

Responsibilities for the Android OS Developer include:

• Developing and maintaining customized Android Open Source Project (AOSP)–based operating systems in a secure, disconnected environment
• Supporting system‑level Android development, including OS services, system applications, and custom launchers
• Working with Linux‑based embedded systems, multi‑threaded software, and long product lifecycles requiring maintenance and technology refresh
• Implementing and supporting secure storage, encrypted media handling, and integrity verification mechanisms
• Performing system debugging, bug fixes, performance tuning, and supporting controlled upgrade paths for non‑internet‑connected systems

Required Qualifications for the Android OS Developer include:

• 3+ years of experience in software development supporting embedded Linux and/or Android operating systems
• Hands‑on experience with AOSP development, C++, Java, and object‑oriented design
• Experience working in low‑level, system‑focused environments (OS services, frameworks, kernel interaction, or device‑adjacent software)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)

Compensation for the Android OS Developer includes:

• Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Tuition Reimbursement, Sick leave as required by law

This job was posted on 3/19 and will accept applicants for 30 days.

Keywords:

Android OS Developer, AOSP Developer, Embedded Android Engineer, Linux Embedded Developer, Android System Engineer, C++ Developer, Java Developer, Secure Systems Engineer, Defense Software Engineer, Cleared Software Engineer, Embedded Linux, Hypervisor, Device Drivers, ARM Architecture, System-Level Android Development