Job Information
Whirlpool Corporation Android OS Lead Engineer in Benton Harbor, Michigan
Requisition ID: 61167
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit, Yummly and InSinkErator. In 2022, the company reported approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 61,000 employees and 56 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
The lead software engineer will play a key role in the development of embedded software platform(s) that will drive innovation for Whirlpool Smart Appliances across the full range of products developed by Whirlpool. These software platforms range from running RTOS at the low-end to running Embedded Android at the high-end. These software platforms provide IoT/connectivity features, middleware to control the appliance, a framework for running machine learning models, and a user-interface framework to allow the development of product-specific user-interfaces.
Your responsibilities will include
Be a technical lead member of the team that is responsible for designing and developing software platforms using Android/AOSP, Linux, or RTOS environments to support rapid innovation and product development
Take ownership of designing, developing, and maintaining significant software components at system software or middleware layers
Working with partners to develop and deliver Linux, or RTOS BSP including board bring-up, hardware debugging, and optimizing low-level OS features
Stay abreast of the latest developments in Linux and guide the teams on how the developments impact our software development and roadmaps
Provide technical leadership and direction for team members
Investigate and apply emerging technologies and new design approaches
Develop and implement sound software development practices
Work in an Agile environment
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's Degree
5+ years of experience in embedded software development
3+ years of experience in C programming
2+ years of experience with Android's architecture, including experience with the Android Open-Source Project (AOSP)
Preferred skills and experiences
Experience creating or modifying a BSP for Android SoM
Excellent knowledge of bootloader, hardware interfaces, and driver development
Excellent knowledge of the Linux stack and kernel
Experience in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth driver development
Experience working in Linux including work in one or major subsystems within the OS
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Electronics, with adequate focus on embedded systems
Basic knowledge of Java or C++ Experience with debuggers such as gdb, lldb, etc.
Experience working with the Linux open-source community is highly desired
Familiarity with standard hardware protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe, MIPI, HDMI, DDR)
Excellent problem-solving skills, especially debugging of complex software systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A passion for applying the latest technologies to the development of innovative features and products
A collaborative attitude and a strong desire to succeed as part of the team
Self-motivated and a strong passion for learning
Deep understanding of full product development lifecycle
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Additional information
Whirlpool’s Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We apply ‘always on’ flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.
We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday - Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday.
Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .
At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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