Android WiFi AOSP Engineer – Google Cast Focus | Seattle, Bay Area or San Diego

Are you an Android systems engineer with a passion for connectivity and casting experiences? This is your chance to work on next-generation wireless solutions focused on Google Cast and Android Open Source Project (AOSP) across leading tech ecosystems.

This full-time opportunity is available in Seattle, Bay Area or San Diego and offers hands-on experience developing and optimizing WiFi, casting and media streaming technologies for Android platforms.

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About the Android WiFi  AOSP Engineer Role

As an Android WiFi AOSP Engineer, you will contribute to the core development of Android connectivity and Google Cast features. This includes wireless streaming, Wi-Fi stack optimizations, protocol-level debugging, and performance enhancements across devices. You will be part of a cross-functional engineering team working closely with product, firmware, and hardware stakeholders.

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Locations

• Seattle, WA

• Bay Area, CA

• San Diego, CA

(On-site with some flexibility depending on team alignment)

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain Android Wi-Fi and casting features (Google Cast)

• Collaborate on AOSP customizations for enhanced media streaming and connectivity

• Troubleshoot Wi-Fi stack, protocol-level issues, and optimize latency and throughput

• Integrate Wi-Fi drivers, firmware, and middleware into the Android platform

• Work closely with hardware teams to validate casting and streaming use cases

• Contribute to performance tuning and memory optimization for casting scenarios

• Use tools like Wireshark, adb, logcat, perfetto for debugging and analysis

• Work across teams to ensure seamless casting experience on Android-powered devices

• Contribute to system architecture, bring-up, and OTA testing for embedded Android builds

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Must-Have Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Android platform development

• Strong experience with AOSP, Android HAL, and Wi-Fi stack internals

• In-depth understanding of Google Cast protocols and streaming architecture

• Proficient in C++, Java, and Shell scripting for embedded development

• Experience debugging Wi-Fi and connectivity issues on embedded Android

• Familiarity with Wi-Fi protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), DHCP, DNS, and networking layers

• Strong experience using Android debugging tools (adb, logcat, Wireshark)

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Preferred Skills

• Experience working on Android TV, Chromecast, or other consumer electronics

• Familiarity with connectivity chips and drivers (Qualcomm, Broadcom, etc.)

• Exposure to power management, thermal tuning, or Bluetooth coexistence

• Knowledge of casting standards beyond Google Cast (DLNA, Miracast)

• Solid grasp of system design, OTA updates, and product lifecycle integration

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Why Join?

This role offers a rare opportunity to work on Google Cast at the firmware and systems level — directly shaping how users interact with wireless media on smart devices. You’ll be surrounded by passionate engineers building next-gen consumer experiences, with plenty of learning and leadership opportunities.

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15 FAQs – Android WiFi AOSP Engineer

1. What is the primary focus of this role?
The main focus is on Google Cast features, Android Wi-Fi stack, and AOSP customizations.

2. Are all locations open for hiring?
Yes. This role is open in Seattle, Bay Area, and San Diego.

3. Is remote work allowed?
It’s primarily onsite with some flexibility depending on the team and project.

4. What Android experience is expected?
Hands-on AOSP development and Wi-Fi internals experience are required.

5. Do I need experience with Google Cast specifically?
Yes. Understanding the Cast protocol and streaming architecture is essential.

6. What debugging tools should I know?
adb, logcat, perfetto, Wireshark, and system logs are key.

7. What programming languages are used?
C++, Java, and Shell scripting are commonly used in this role.

8. Is experience with Wi-Fi drivers needed?
Yes. Driver-level and protocol-level experience is highly preferred.

9. What industries is this role ideal for?
Consumer electronics, Android product development, and media streaming.

10. Will I work on Android TV or Chromecast?
Possibly, depending on the project team. Experience in these helps.

11. Is power optimization experience required?
Not mandatory, but helpful for casting and wireless performance tuning.

12. What kind of team structure exists?
Cross-functional teams with close interaction between software and hardware.

13. Will I be involved in OTA updates?
Yes, including validation and bring-up across different device targets.

14. Are there mentorship or leadership expectations?
You may mentor junior engineers or contribute to architectural decisions.

15. What makes this role unique?
It sits at the intersection of wireless, media, and embedded Android engineering.