At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department OverviewInnovation is the oxygen of our company, and in 2023, we invested more than US$850 million in research and development (R&D). We’re now opening a new Research & Development Centre in Cork, Ireland focused on designing software for the company’s comprehensive land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio, with plans for expansion across other technologies in the future.
Motorola Solutions’ ecosystem of technologies is centred on safety and security, with LMR representing a foundational core. The company has deployed more than 13,000 LMR networks worldwide, trusted by governments and enterprises for highly secure communications designed to work in the most extreme conditions. Modernised with broadband and advanced data applications, LMR remains at the forefront of providing public safety agencies with the communications they rely on and need.
You’ll be part of our diverse and experienced global team, developing meaningful solutions that support thousands of public safety agencies and enterprises worldwide in solving complex safety and security challenges. Come join our team to work on real-world projects with a real-world impact.
Job Description
Motorola Solutions is seeking a skilled and motivated Android Software Engineer to develop innovative, mission-critical device-based solutions for our Android enabled two-way radios.
This role focuses on android platform development while offering the opportunity to enhance your skills in a technology-driven and collaborative environment.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications or Computer Science.
Solid understanding of software engineering principles, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
Knowledge of the full SDLC with experience delivering products or services to end users.
Knowledge of Java or Kotlin programming.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice to Have Experience
Understanding of Linux kernel concepts, including memory management, interrupt and event handling, synchronization mechanisms, subsystem infrastructure, CPU resource management, and file system operations within the Linux kernel environment.
Existing knowledge of the Android platform.
Familiarity with Android framework components (e.g., Bluetooth, sensors, widgets, and services).
Android development using Java or Kotlin and familiarity with Android SDK, NDK, and Android Studio.
Knowledge of C/C++
Familiarity with different device driver frameworks for Linux.
Ability to read and interpret schematics and hardware design documentation.
Familiarity with a variety of test equipment, including hardware debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools.
Familiarity with automated build systems, continuous integration, and deployment frameworks.
In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get:
Competitive salary and bonus schemes
24 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays
Attractive Master Trust pension arrangement
Flexible working options
Private medical care
Life assurance
Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities
Employee health and wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing guidance etc.
Corporate social responsibility initiatives including support for volunteering days
Family friendly policies
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Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeNew GradReferral Payment PlanYesCompanyMotorola Solutions Ireland Limited
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
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Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do at Motorola Solutions. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations.
Why Work With Us
We are a global family of driven, dynamic people who inspire and support everyone around us to be the best version of themselves. We embrace a “people first” philosophy – and are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of caring and inclusiveness. Are you ready to join our team and be a part of a close-knit community in a big company?
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