Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.
- 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
As a ‘Lead Architect (Projects)’, you will be responsible for all system level software architectural decisions pertaining to one or more automotive OEM customer project(s) for development of Integrated Cockpit products from inception to production. You will be assisted by other architects and SMEs assigned to specific domains/subsystems, however, critical decisions would require your review and approval. Your role is critical for wining business as well as successful execution of the projects. You will be collaborating with the customer, domain/ subsystem architect/SMEs, and various other stakeholders in the organization involved in acquisition and execution of customer projects for Automotive Electronics.
Your Team
You will be reporting to the Regional Head of Project Software Architecture for North America and Asia Pacific regions.
What You Will Do
- Understand customer requirements or problem statements, propose best solution architecture by leveraging Harman’s portfolio of assets and/or purely bespoke solution approach.
- Define and document software architecture, review and approve software design/architecture from domain/subsystem architects and SMEs.
- Evaluate architectural alternatives, apply sound judgement to choose the best alternative, present architecture with analysis of pros and cons of various alternatives and rationale behind architectural decisions to internal and external stakeholders.
- Understand overall system architecture, asses and review system architecture from SW perspective and identify needs for change or improvement.
- Understand existing or potential defects in the system from SW design/architecture perspective and make design/architectural improvements to prevent them.
- Collaborate with requirements team, other architects and SMEs, software development teams, testing teams, program management teams to achieve organization’s goals.
What You Need
- A Bachelors or higher level degree in engineering in Computer Science / Electronics / Electrical/ or similar disciplines.
- Minimum 20 years of experience in software development in roles that involved software design and development, including at least 5 years in the automotive electronics industry in embedded software development using C/C++, Java, exposure/knowledge/experience in embedded Android Systems, and one or more of any RTOS, QNX, Linux. AUTOSAR etc.
- Good level of understanding of UML/SysML, communication protocols like CAN/ LIN/ Ethernet/ TCP/ IP/ UDP/ RTP etc., SW Development Life Cycle models.
- Good level of understanding of embedded systems at system level including Hardware.
- Good verbal and written communication skills including documentation of technical matters, good reasoning and presentation skills, good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to learn and adapt continuously to keep pace with ever changing technology landscape and solution options.
What is Nice to Have
- In depth knowledge of more than one of the automotive Integrated Cockpit domains like Cluster, Media, Audio, HMI, BT/WiFi, Vehicle network, embedded security, navigation, hypervisor, kernel, AUTOSAR etc.
- Good knowledge of embedded Android and Android App development.
- Knowledge of ASPICE, Automotive Functional Safety.
- Experience in Model Based System Engineering, Model Based SW Development
- Good understanding of Hardware Design.
What Makes You Eligible
- Be willing for domestic and international travel up to 10% of the time.
- Be willing to work in an office.
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer
- We offer an authentic diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development in a truly global organization.
- You will work on products and services that touch people’s lives and will change the industrial standards, being a part of the transformations in our industry.
- Our work environments are fast paced, challenging, empowering, collaborative, flexible and exciting.
- We offer our own HARMAN University with regular updates on the new technologies and trends by utilizing various sessions organized by Self Learning and Development Trainings to help grow and advance talent.
- We offer competitive compensation/benefit programs and recognition programs.
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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
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, or similar disciplines
- 20 years of software development experience with embedded software
- 5 years in automotive electronics
- Proficiency in C/C++ and Java
- Experience with embedded Android Systems, RTOS, QNX, Linux, AUTOSAR
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.
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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!
