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-tracking 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
We are seeking an experienced Android HMI Developer to develop and optimize Android-based HMI applications for automotive infotainment systems. The role requires strong expertise in Java, Kotlin, Android SDK, UI development, and preferably AOSP/Android Automotive, with a focus on performance, system integration, and delivering seamless in-vehicle user experiences.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, and maintain Android-based HMI applications for automotive infotainment systems.
- Implement UI/UX designs using Android frameworks and custom components.
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers, system engineers, and other developers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
- Optimize application performance for embedded systems with limited resources.
- Debug and resolve issues related to Android HMI application behavior, performance, and system integration.
- Work with Android SDK, AOSP, and Android Automotive platform as required. Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and system architecture planning.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Strong programming skills in Java and Kotlin.
- Hands-on experience with Android SDK, Android UI development, and custom views.
- Experience with AOSP customization and Android Automotive platform is a plus.
- Understanding of automotive software development and HMI/IVI system architecture.
- Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or other automotive communication protocols is desirable.
- Experience with tools like Git, JIRA, and Confluence.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or in a team.
What You Will Do
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in Android application development, particularly for automotive HMI/IVI systems.
- Hands-on expertise in Java, Kotlin, Android SDK, Android UI development, and custom views.
- Experience with AOSP customization and Android Automotive platform is an added advantage.
- Good understanding of automotive HMI/IVI architecture and embedded systems.
- Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or other automotive communication protocols.
- Experience with Git, JIRA, and Confluence.
- Strong analytical, debugging, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
What We Offer
- Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
- Work from Office environment with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite Five days a week.
- 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 or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong experience in Android application development for automotive HMI or IVI systems
- Strong programming skills in Java and Kotlin
- Hands-on experience with Android SDK, Android UI development, and custom views
- Understanding of automotive HMI or IVI architecture and embedded systems
- Experience with Git, JIRA, and Confluence
- Experience with AOSP customization and the Android Automotive platform
- Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or other automotive communication protocols
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!
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