About this role
We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche – supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone. Join us and be part of this exciting journey!
YOUR TEAM Join our App Store team and help shape the next generation of in-vehicle software distribution across the Volkswagen Group. We are developing the Next Generation App Store as a group-wide platform for all Volkswagen Group brands. Beyond providing third-party apps, the platform serves as a central enabler and distribution channel for internal OEM applications and digital services on the infotainment control unit. Our team takes an end-to-end approach across the in-vehicle client, backend services and internal portals, with a strong focus on scalability across different hardware platforms and software architectures. You will contribute hands-on to this platform, validate solutions on test benches and emulators, and turn new ideas into demonstrable prototypes.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Further development of the App Store client using Android Studio, Kotlin and Jetpack Compose Scalable adaptation of the client to different hardware platforms and software architectures, such as HCP3 and ICC Continuous testing and validation on test benches, target hardware and Android emulators End-to-end analysis across client, backend services, interfaces and internal portals Development of an MVP cross-platform companion app for iOS and Android to demonstrate remote App Store capabilities for vehicles Evaluation and selection of a suitable technology stack for the companion app Maintenance and further development of the team’s internal knowledge base and technical documentation
WHO YOU ARE
- Enrolled student in computer science, software engineering, automotive software or a comparable field Initial experience with Android development, Kotlin and ideally Jetpack Compose Interest in scalable software architectures, hardware abstraction and connected vehicle systems Basic understanding of APIs, backend services and web or cross-platform app development Independent, structured and curious approach to evaluating unfamiliar technologies Hands-on mindset for testing, troubleshooting and working with test benches or emulators Good written and spoken English; German is an advantage At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger.
We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at [email protected] - we are happy to support you.