Job Description
Android/Kernel Software Developer – Experience Domain
Location: Hasselt, Belgium
Work Model: On-site (minimum 3 days/week)
About ABB E-Mobility ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology and a preferred partner for major electric vehicle OEMs and nationwide charging network operators. With a strong R&D pipeline and a robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions—from grid to charge point, including both domestic installations and large fleet depots—we are actively enabling the future of E-mobility, not merely predicting it.
The Opportunity
Are you a software developer with a real drive and passion for your craft? Do you love building scalable, efficient, and high-performance systems? Do you thrive in a hands-on, agile environment where effective participation and speaking up are key to collaborative success? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
We are looking for a Software Developer with knowledge of Android AOSP to join our experience domain. You will help build the Android-based user interface for our DC fast chargers and the Android agents that run alongside it. This is a hands-on engineering role in a collaborative team, focused on delivering a clear, fast, and reliable on-device experience.
Your Responsibilities
- Linux Kernel Integration: Work with the Linux kernel layer, including device drivers, kernel modules, and HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) implementations to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
- Device Management Solutions: Develop and maintain device management agents for provisioning, configuration, security policies, and remote device administration (MDM/EMM integration).
- System Services & Daemons: Create and optimize background services, native daemons, and system processes that manage device resources, connectivity, and inter-process communication.
- Build & System Integration: Customize Android builds (AOSP), manage system partitions, and handle OTA updates. Package, sign, and document system images and APK releases.
- Low-Level Debugging & Optimization: Use adb, logcat, strace, and Linux command-line tools to diagnose kernel panics, system crashes, and performance bottlenecks at the framework and kernel level.
- Security & Compliance: Implement security hardening, SELinux policies, and ensure compliance with device management standards and enterprise security requirements.
Your Background
- Master’s degree in engineering/computer science (or equivalent practical experience).
- Strong Android expertise: C/C++ and Java; experience with customized AOSP platform and linux Kernel.
- Comfortable with the Linux command line and Android tooling (adb, logcat).
- Languages: English required; Dutch is a plus.
Personal Attributes
- Team-oriented with a can-do attitude.
- Excellent communication and collaboration: You work effectively in a cross-functional, international team.
- Pragmatic and solution-oriented: You focus on delivering working, maintainable solutions.
- Analytical and detail-oriented: You can dissect complex issues and implement precise fixes.
- Proactive ownership: You take initiative and follow through to results.
What’s in It for You?
- Work with top specialists in a diverse environment.
- Be inspired by our rapid growth and take ownership of your role in creating a future of sustainable and efficient mobility.
- A competitive compensation package aligned with your experience and capabilities.
- A workplace culture grounded in diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities—where diverse perspectives are celebrated, and individual differences make us more successful.
If you’re passionate about building innovative software solutions, thrive as a team player in an international environment, and are ready to take on the challenge of ensuring a seamless charging experience for our customers, we look forward to receiving your application!
Job Tags
Full time, Remote work, 3 days per week