Android Platform Software Developer - Remote

Overview

The Calyx Institute is seeking an experienced and skilled Android Platform Software Developer to join our CalyxOS team. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of CalyxOS, a free and open-source software (FOSS) Android distribution. As part of our mission to provide secure, privacy-focused mobile solutions, you'll play a key role in making sure that our software runs smoothly and is regularly updated. This role will report to the Technical Project Manager, and regularly coordinate with other CalyxOS team members and across other Calyx Institute program areas.

In Short

• Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of CalyxOS
• Implement security, privacy, and functionality improvements to CalyxOS
• Level up the performance of CalyxOS features through identifying gaps in system design and developing solutions with team members
• Troubleshoot and fix reported issues and bugs as needed
• Uphold the integrity of privacy and security features by investigating, documenting, and fixing vulnerabilities in Android Open Source Project (AOSP) and CalyxOS
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Proficient in Android development, platform maintenance, and familiarity with AOSP
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good team player with excellent communication skills
• Self-directed and able to work in a remote-first, asynchronous, fast-paced, open-source development environment
• Willingness to take ownership of work responsibilities
• Organized with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to communicate in spoken and written English

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• HRA and Transportation FSA options
• Unlimited vacation
• 401k retirement plan options with up to 10% employer matching contribution
• Four-day work week
• Included in a union-represented collective bargaining unit