As a Sr Advanced Software Engineer – Android OS Architect, you will help architect and develop advanced embedded Android and Linux platforms for Brady Corp connected devices and industrial IoT solutions. This role is centered on systems-level software engineering, including Android platform customization, embedded software architecture, hardware/software integration, and low-level system optimization across modern SoC platforms.
You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to drive Android platform development from system bring-up through production, supporting scalable, secure, and high-performing device solutions used in mission-critical environments.
*You will work out of our Fort Mill, SC location on a Hybrid work schedule. For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.*
**Candidates must a US Citizen and or US Permanent Resident to apply for this role. We will not be able to provide Visa Sponsorship for this position.**
Preferred Qualifications- Architect and develop embedded Android/Linux software platforms for next generation connected and IoT devices.
- Design and customize Android system components across Framework, System Services, Middleware, HAL, and Linux Kernel layers.
- Lead platform bring-up, BSP integration, and hardware/software validation on Qualcomm, MediaTek, Samsung, NXP, or similar SoC architectures.
- Drive software architecture decisions focused on scalability, performance, security, maintainability, and reliability.
- Develop and optimize system-level software in C, C++, and Java for embedded Android and Linux environments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex cross-layer system issues involving IPC, drivers, HAL implementations, kernel interactions, and hardware peripherals.
- Collaborate with hardware, firmware, systems, quality, and product teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Support Android OS upgrades, migrations, security enhancements, and platform certification activities.
- Contribute to Android Framework customization, Treble architecture, AIDL/HIDL implementations, and SELinux configuration.
- Participate in system verification, validation, root cause analysis, and performance optimization activities.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to software engineers across embedded and Android platform development efforts.
- Support customer-facing technical discussions and field issue resolution as needed.
Skills Required
- Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
- Architect and develop embedded Android/Linux software platforms for connected and IoT devices
- Design and customize Android Framework, System Services, Middleware, HAL, and Linux Kernel components
- Experience with platform bring-up, BSP integration, and hardware/software validation on Qualcomm, MediaTek, Samsung, NXP, or similar SoCs
- Develop and optimize system-level software using C, C++, and Java
- Troubleshoot IPC, drivers, HAL implementations, kernel interactions, and hardware peripherals
- Experience with Android OS upgrades, migrations, security enhancements, and platform certification
- Experience with Android Framework customization, Treble, AIDL/HIDL, and SELinux configuration
- Participate in system verification, validation, root cause analysis, and performance optimization
- Mentor software engineers in embedded and Android platform development
Brady Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. employees receive comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day One, alongside wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program. Materials also indicate access to mental and behavioral health support.
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Retirement Support — A matched 401(k) plan is provided in the U.S., with formal plan structures and vesting confirmed in company materials and filings. This indicates consistent, programmatic retirement support rather than ad hoc contributions.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is offered, together with family‑building benefits such as fertility coverage and adoption and surrogacy assistance. Scholarship programs and matching gifts further extend family and community support.
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What We Do
Brady Corporation is an international manufacturer and marketer of complete solutions that identify and protect people, products and places. Brady’s products help customers increase safety, security, productivity and performance and include high-performance labels, signs, safety devices, printing systems and software. Founded in 1914, the Company has a diverse customer base in electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, medical, aerospace and a variety of other industries. Brady is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and as of July 31, 2021, employed approximately 5,700 people in its worldwide businesses. Brady’s fiscal 2021 sales were approximately $1.14 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. More information is available on the Internet at www.bradycorp.com.
