Android OS Embedded Firmware Developer

Android OS Embedded Firmware Developer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Android OS Embedded Firmware Developer for an opportunity at Redmond, WA, Onsite. Need someone who is authorized to work independently without any sponsorship.

Redmond, WA, Onsite

1/5/2026

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

12 months

Full Time (>=40 HRS WEEKLY) – Contract
- Onsite

$80/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

We are looking for an AOSP Developer to join our wearables research team whose mission is to design, build, and test prototype systems for future wearables experiences. We are specifically looking for a candidate with a broad set of experiences, including deep knowledge of embedded software development, the ability to quickly solve problems, work in new technology areas, and drive ambiguous concepts into prototypes.

• Develop and debug firmware for a wearable device that includes multiple sensors and cameras, application processor running Android and a co-processor
• Develop firmware on micro-controllers or BSPs for embedded linux, leverage peripherals, manage power consumption, support boot loaders, and schedule real-time tasks (RTOS) disciplines
• Develop test applications to interface with a variety of peripherals
• Test the developed firmware with the hardware
• Document designs and performance analysis

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5 years of SW/FW experience.
• 3 years experience with embedded architectures such as ARM Cortex, or processors running AOSP/Embedded Linux, such as QC Snapdragon Wearables or AR2G1.
• 3 years experience with high and low speed peripherals and buses, and developing and modifying drivers for them.
• Ability to describe their previous use of logic analyzers or protocol decoders to debug/troubleshoot.
• Ability to autonomously identify, report, and solve problems with minimal direction.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, high-paced environment where job duties may change frequently

• Experience with AOSP/Embedded Linux driver development and associated frameworks, like kconfig, device tree, Android, Yocto, Build root.
• Familiarity with HW-in-the-loop testing, CI/CD, build system configuration / scripting.

• 5 Years of Experience

Experience with HAL and kernel development for wearable or mobile devices.

3 years developing Operating Systems, AOSP, device management on Android, device security, or Android Enterprise.

OR 3 years with AOSP/Embedded Linux driver development and frameworks (kconfig, device tree, Yocto, Buildroot).

• 5 years of software development experience in C
• Ability to develop, debug, and test firmware/software for hardware systems.

• Proven ability to identify, report, and solve problems with minimal direction.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and ambiguous environment.

• Experience with image sensor drivers or camera sensor development on mobile/embedded processors.
• Familiarity with Android 14 performance tools and security models (Android Studio Profiler, Perfetto, Simple Perf, Systrace).
• Knowledge of power management, boot loaders, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).

• Develop and debug HAL and kernel issues for wearable devices with multiple sensors/cameras.
• Modify BSP for Android mobile platform, manage peripherals, power, boot loaders, and RTOS tasks.
• Develop and test applications interfacing with hardware peripherals.
• Document designs and analyze performance.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams, support end users, and adapt to evolving project needs.

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive…