CarPlay Software Engineer (m/f/d)

Description

Appsfactory is Germany’s leading full-service agency for digital transformation, cloud solutions, mobile and web applications, automotive software, and customized tech solutions across various industries. Do you want to actively contribute to establishing our presence and supporting our growth in Mexico? Then this position is the right one for you!

To build our first team at our brand-new location in Guadalajara, Mexico, we are looking for dedicated CarPlay Software Engineers (m/f/d). In this role, you will work at the exciting intersection of mobile technology, automotive software, and native vehicle experiences. You will develop and integrate Apple CarPlay features, UI interfaces, and vehicle capabilities for leading global automotive brand projects.

You will be part of an international company with colleagues from over 45 different nationalities, creating a diverse, dynamic, and enriching work environment. Through our collaborative company culture, you can expect an exciting journey where you pass on the Appsfactory mindset, shape our new office culture, and continuously grow your career. We value continuous professional development, regular feedback discussions, and opportunities to further expand your skills as our new hub expands.

Your Tasks

• You develop, integrate, and maintain Apple CarPlay features, user interfaces, and connected in-vehicle experiences for international market requirements
• You enable native vehicle capabilities (such as climate control, media/radio, and seat functions) to be accessed seamlessly through the CarPlay environment
• You implement and validate robust interfaces, data flows, and communication protocols between Apple CarPlay, vehicle head units, and infotainment services
• You investigate, debug, and diagnose complex cross-system issues across phone-to-vehicle connectivity, startup, reconnection, and overall stability using system logs and trace tools
• You develop and execute unit, integration, and feature-level tests across different vehicle configurations and supported CarPlay versions
• You leverage approved AI-assisted engineering tools for code exploration, test generation, and technical debugging, while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams in Mexico, the US, and Europe

Your profile

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or offer equivalent practical experience
• You bring 3+ years of professional software engineering experience with strong fundamentals in object-oriented programming, memory management, and asynchronous processing
• You have hands-on experience developing production software in C/C++ and/or Swift / Objective-C, with the ability to work across system boundaries
• You demonstrate solid experience or practical exposure to Apple CarPlay integration, Apple frameworks, or automotive infotainment platforms
• You possess a solid understanding of APIs, data contracts, IPC, and vehicle interfaces (or embedded systems like Embedded Linux, QNX, or Android Automotive)
• You have practical experience with system debugging, log/trace analysis, test automation, and applied AI coding workflows
• You bring strong analytical problem-solving skills, a proactive mindset, and fluent written and verbal English communication

We Offer

• Flexible working hours and modern digital equipment to support your daily work
• Central, modern office space in Guadalajara
• Comprehensive onboarding program with insights into all departments , including a 2-week stay in the USA with all travel and accommodation costs fully covered
• High-performing work environment with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
• Transparent communication through regular all-hands meetings, 1on1s, and annual feedback sessions
• Individual growth opportunities and training programs through our Appsfactory Academy

We are pleased to meet you!

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/beliefs, disability, age, and sexual orientation and identity.

To apply for this position , please provide us with the following documents (as PDF) and information in English:

• Current CV
• Certificates/Diploma
• Possible start date
• Salary expectation (gross, monthly MXN)

Contact

Wibke Wachsmann

jobs@appsfactory.de

+49 (0) 160 5434200