Android OS (Android Open Source Project) Embedded Software Engineer

What this role offers

This onsite contract opportunity in Dedham, MA enables you to apply your Android OS embedded software expertise to NSA-certified cybersecurity devices for a DoD and aerospace client. The position provides a competitive hourly rate of USD 77, opportunities to lead technical initiatives, and collaboration across cross-functional teams throughout the full software lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and sustain mission-critical cybersecurity devices built on Android OS and custom hardware, aligned with NSA certification standards.
• Convert CONOPS, specifications, and requirements into robust software architectures, code, and test plans.
• Own and drive projects with minimal guidance, providing technical direction and leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver real-time, multi-threaded embedded software on Linux and Android platforms.
• Leverage model-based development tools such as Rhapsody and work with ARM virtualization extensions, hypervisors, and device drivers.
• Support long product lifecycles through ongoing maintenance, updates, and technology refreshes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree plus 3 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Technologies

• Android OS, AOSP
• Linux
• C++, Java
• UML, Rhapsody
• Ninja/SOONG build systems
• ARM virtualization extensions, hypervisors
• Device drivers

About our client

Our client is a mission-critical DoD and aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that serve defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber end users on an international basis.

About APR

APR Consulting, Inc. has delivered professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions since 1980 to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.