Job Information
General Motors Android Software Engineer - UIKIT in Markham, Ontario
Job Description
Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)
AI Disclosure:
As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role
Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].
The Role
As an Android Software Engineer – UIKIT you will design, implement, and maintain Android applications that power the in‑vehicle experience for our customers. You will work across Android apps and UI layers, and partner with AOSP/AAOS framework engineers to integrate system capabilities into intuitive, production-ready experiences.
You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and platform engineers to translate requirements into scalable, testable solutions and to continuously refine UX based on feedback and data.
What You’ll Do
Develop and maintain Android applications for in‑vehicle use using Kotlin and Java .
Build modern, composable UIs with Jetpack Compose , optimizing layouts, animations, and state handling for in‑vehicle use cases.
Integrate applications with AOSP/AAOS frameworks and system services (e.g., system UI behavior, vehicle data, multi‑display, lifecycle and input handling).
Implement clean application architectures (e.g., MVVM/MVI) including navigation, state management, and data flow.
Write high‑quality, testable code with appropriate unit, integration, and UI tests , and participate in code reviews.
Investigate and resolve performance, memory, and stability issues using standard Android tools and profiling.
Collaborate closely with UX and product partners to align implementations with design specifications and interaction patterns.
Contribute to shared Android libraries and reusable UI components to drive consistency across multiple apps.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Professional experience building and shipping Android applications , preferably multiple apps or releases.
Strong hands‑on experience with Kotlin and Java for Android development.
Extensive experience building UIs with Jetpack Compose (or migrating from legacy Views to Compose).
Demonstrated strength in Android UI development : layouts, theming, animations, navigation, and responsiveness across devices.
Understanding of Android app architecture patterns (e.g., ViewModel, coroutines/Flow, dependency injection) and modern Android libraries.
Exposure to AOSP or Android Automotive OS (AAOS) frameworks , platform APIs, or system services integration.
Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills using Android Studio and related tools.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross‑functional team , communicating clearly with engineering, product, and design stakeholders.
What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)
Experience with Go (Golang) or C++ in support of Android apps (services, native modules, or performance‑critical components).
Prior work on AAOS SystemUI, in‑vehicle infotainment, or multi‑display Android experiences .
Experience contributing to UI kits, design systems, or reusable component libraries for Android.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and quality checks for Android projects.
Experience in automotive, embedded systems, or other environments with safety and reliability constraints.
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $90,900 to $136,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE
Benefits:
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.
About GM
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Why Join Us
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