Android TV OS Developer

Overview

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled Android Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining new ROM for Android TV OS and flashing it onto an Android TV and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

If you are passionate about software development, system and hardware engineering, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Skills:

1. Android System Development

• Android Open Source Project (AOSP): Understanding how to work with AOSP, as Android TV OS is based on it.
• Linux Kernel Development: Modifying and compiling the Linux kernel for Android TV.
• Device Tree Configuration: Creating and configuring device trees to support different hardware components.
• Build System (Soong, Make, Bazel): Familiarity with the Android build system.

2. Programming Languages

• C/C++: For kernel modifications and system-level programming.
• Java/Kotlin: For Android framework and application-level modifications.
• Shell Scripting (Bash): Automating tasks and flashing processes.

3. Development and Debugging Tools

• Android SDK & NDK: Essential tools for building and testing Android apps and native components.
• ADB (Android Debug Bridge) & Fastboot: For debugging, flashing, and unlocking bootloaders.
• Logcat & GDB: Debugging tools for tracking system errors and crashes.
• Serial Debugging (UART): Used for debugging bootloader and kernel issues.

4. Hardware and Flashing Knowledge

• Bootloader Unlocking: Necessary to flash a custom ROM onto the device.
• Custom Recovery (TWRP): Used for installing custom ROMs and backups.
• Flashing Tools: Depending on the chipset:
• SP Flash Tool (for MediaTek)
• Odin (for Samsung devices)
• QFIL (for Qualcomm-based devices)
• Partition Management: Understanding system, vendor, boot, and recovery partitions.

5. UI and UX for Android TV

• Leanback Library: Required for Android TV UI design.
• System UI Customization: Modifying the Android TV launcher and UI components.
• Remote Control & Input Handling: Ensuring smooth navigation with TV remotes.

6. DRM and Media Playback

Good knowledge of DRM is a plus

• Widevine DRM: Handling encrypted content from Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.
• ExoPlayer/VLC: Media playback optimizations.

7. Security Considerations

• SELinux Policies: Configuring security rules for the new ROM.
• Signing Keys: Required to sign system images for OTA updates and app compatibility.
• Rollback Protection: Preventing unauthorized downgrades.

8. Cloud & OTA Updates

• Google OTA System: Implementing over-the-air updates for the custom ROM.
• OTA Update Signing: Ensuring secure updates with signed images.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours & remote work opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities and learning budget.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chandigarh District, Chandigarh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Android OS Development: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person