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
At HARMAN, we recognize that effective collaboration and adaptability are critical elements in delivering value to our customers.
As a Principal DevOps Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for DevOps and CI/CD practices across the organization. You will define strategy, drive innovation, and ensure best-in-class automation, scalability, and reliability of our build ecosystem.
You will influence architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and elevate DevOps maturity across teams.
What You Will Do
- Define and implement best-in-class CI/CD strategies and standards
- Architect scalable build and automation systems
- Lead design and evolution of CI/CD infrastructure (on-prem + cloud)
- Drive adoption of automation, containerization, and orchestration
- Oversee Jenkins/GitHub Actions ecosystem and pipeline standardization
- Guide implementation of Yocto-based systems and embedded pipelines
- Establish metrics, monitoring, and performance optimization strategies
- Solve highly complex integration and infrastructure challenges
- Mentor engineers and act as escalation point for critical issues
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align DevOps practices with business goals
- Leverage AI-assisted tools strategically to improve engineering productivity and workflows
What You Need to Be Successful
- Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in computer science or related field
- 10+ years of experience in DevOps / CI/CD
- Deep expertise in CI/CD systems, automation, and infrastructure
- Strong experience with Linux, Yocto, and embedded systems
- Advanced knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Expert-level scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy)
- Proven ability to design scalable and maintainable systems
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
Bonus Points if You Have
- Experience defining DevOps strategy at organizational level
- Experience with large-scale distributed systems
- Knowledge of additional SCM tools (Bitbucket, Perforce)
- Knowledge of FOSS
- Fluent English skills and exceptional communication abilities.
What Makes You Eligible
- Intrinsically motivated, achievement-oriented, and deeply passionate about technology.
- Quickly grasp concepts and adept at structured reasoning.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Fast learner, able to synthesize large amounts of information accurately.
- Demonstrate robust critical thinking and adept problem-solving skills.
What We Offer
- Flexible work environment
- 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
- Bachelor's/ Master's degree in computer science or related field
- 10+ years of experience in DevOps / CI/CD
- Deep expertise in CI/CD systems, automation, and infrastructure
- Strong experience with Linux, Yocto, and embedded systems
- Advanced knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Expert-level scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy)
- Proven ability to design scalable and maintainable systems
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
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!
