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Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
About the Role
We are looking for a high-impact AI/ML Engineer with up to 3-5 years of experience to build next-generation Automotive AI systems, aligned with HARMAN AES’s vision of agentic, cross-domain automotive intelligence.
This role focuses on developing and deploying SLMs (Small Language Models), VLA/VLM models, and AI orchestration layers across edge and cloud environments, enabling intelligent cockpit, ADAS, and connected vehicle experiences.
What You Will Do
1. AI/ML Model Development, Domain Specific Finetuning & Deployment
Develop and optimize SLMs (Small Language Models) for:
In-vehicle conversational AI
Context-aware reasoning and intent handling
Deploy model on Edge Device (CPU, NPU, GPU)
Work with VLM/VLA models for:
Scene understanding, multi-modal perception, and interaction
Implement edge + cloud AI pipelines for real-time inference and hybrid execution
2. Agentic AI & Orchestration Systems
Develop AI orchestration layers:
Intent routing and tool routing
Policy engines, scheduling, and coordination
Cross-domain context management
3. Multi-Modal & Cross-Domain Intelligence
Build systems integrating:
Voice (ASR, TTS, NLU)
Visual perception (VLM/VLA)
Sensor fusion signals
Enable cross-domain intelligence across cockpit, ADAS, and connected services
4. Data, MLOps
Design ML pipelines and MLOps workflows:
Model training, evaluation, deployment, monitoring
Ensure compliance with:
Safety, cybersecurity, and automotive standards
5. Collaboration & Engineering Integration
Work with:
Embedded software teams
Cloud/data engineering teams
HMI and system integration teams
Contribute to end-to-end automotive AI platforms and solutions
Bonus Points if You Have
Automotive domain exposure (ADAS, cockpit, connectivity)
Speech AI (ASR, TTS, conversational systems)
Knowledge of:
AUTOSAR / embedded systems
Vehicle data platforms
Experience with:
Simulation environments
Digital twin / validation platforms
Seamless integration of in-vehicle AI solutions
End-to-end AI engine development on edge devices leveraging NPU, CPU, and GPU capabilities
AI/ML model inference on edge devices using C++ APIs or NNAPI for optimized performance
What Makes You Eligible
Core AI/ML
Strong experience in:
Deep learning, NLP, and computer vision
LLM/SLM fine-tuning and optimization
Exposure to VLM/VLA or multi-modal AI models
Agentic AI & Orchestration
Hands-on experience with:
AI agents / tool-using LLMs
Orchestration frameworks (LangChain, Langgraph/Autogent/Semantic Kernel, custom pipelines)
MCP Servers
Edge + Cloud AI
Experience deploying models on:
Embedded / edge platforms
Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Programming & Frameworks
Python (mandatory), C++ (preferred)
PyTorch / TensorFlow
API-based AI integration
MLOps & Data
Experience with:
Model lifecycle management
CI/CD pipelines
Data pipelines
What We Offer
Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition reimbursement
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Skills Required
- Up to 3–5 years of professional experience
- Strong experience with deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision
- Experience with LLM or SLM fine-tuning and optimization
- Exposure to VLM, VLA, or multimodal AI models
- Hands-on experience with AI agents or tool-using LLMs
- Experience with AI orchestration frameworks or custom orchestration pipelines
- Experience with MCP Servers
- Experience deploying models on embedded or edge platforms
- Experience deploying models in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
- Python programming experience
- Experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow
- Experience with API-based AI integration
- Experience with model lifecycle management
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and data pipelines
- C++ programming experience
- Automotive domain exposure, including ADAS, cockpit, or connectivity
- Speech AI experience with ASR, TTS, or conversational systems
- Knowledge of AUTOSAR, embedded systems, or vehicle data platforms
- Experience with simulation, digital twin, or validation platforms
- Experience optimizing AI inference on edge devices using NPU, CPU, or GPU capabilities
- Experience using C++ APIs or NNAPI for edge-device inference optimization
Harman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harman and has not been reviewed or approved by Harman.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, often including medical, dental, and vision plans, with HSAs/FSAs and disability or life insurance also referenced. Wellbeing support such as EAP access and onsite occupational health services is also part of the package in some regions.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle-oriented benefits include employee product discounts and region-specific perks like free fruit deliveries, Cycle to Work schemes, and meal coupons or allowances. Flexible schedules and work-from-home options are also part of the overall offering where roles and projects allow.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is repeatedly characterized as solid or market-aligned for many roles, with salary payments described as consistent and on time. Compensation is also tied to performance in some accounts, reinforcing a perception of basic fairness for a portion of employees.
Harman Insights
What We Do
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!
