Senior Android Engineer

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewDepartment Description
Innovation is the oxygen of our company, and in 2023, we invested more than US$850 million in research and development (R&D). We’re now opening a new Research & Development Centre in Cork, Ireland focused on designing software for the company’s comprehensive land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio, with plans for expansion across other technologies in the future.
Motorola Solutions’ ecosystem of technologies is centred on safety and security, with LMR representing a foundational core. The company has deployed more than 13,000 LMR networks worldwide, trusted by governments and enterprises for highly secure communications designed to work in the most extreme conditions. Modernised with broadband and advanced data applications, LMR remains at the forefront of providing public safety agencies with the communications they rely on and need.
You’ll be part of our diverse and experienced global team, developing meaningful solutions that support thousands of public safety agencies and enterprises worldwide in solving complex safety and security challenges. Come join our team to work on real-world projects with a real-world impact.
Job Description

We design and develop Android applications and Android Platform Components for mission critical two way radios. This role provides an opportunity to apply and expand your skills working with a team of experienced professionals, including product owners, technical leads, architects, and project delivery teams.
You will be involved in developing and maintaining Android applications by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features

Responsibilities:

• Analyze, designs, develop and maintains software for the organization's products and systems.
• Participating in code reviews, refactoring, and testing activities to ensure the delivery of robust and efficient software
• Performing software best practices including Unit Test, Test Automation, Continuous Integration and Knowledge sharing activities
• Staying up to date with the latest Android technologies and industry trends

Basic Requirements

• A degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline with experience building cross-platform native apps (iOS and/or Android) and web applications
• Thorough knowledge of Android mobile app deployment using Java or Kotlin and familiarity with Android SDK, Android Studio
• Prior experience in version control systems and Exposure to Jetpack Compose with hands-on experience in building UIs
• Familiarity with a wide range of Android Framework components such as Bluetooth, Sensors, Widgets, Services, etc.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs to connect applications to back-end service
• Knowledgeable in modern mobile and frontend build pipelines and tools
• Familiarity with Android security features and mechanisms
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles and practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with a wide range of Android framework components such as Bluetooth, Sensors, Widgets, and Android Services

• Experience working with Microsoft Azure IoT

• Understanding of LTE, 4G, and 5G communication technologies

• Knowledge of Android security features and mechanisms

• C++ development experience

Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanNo

CompanyMotorola Solutions Ireland Limited

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.