A Career at HARMAN
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
We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer in the System team, and you will have the opportunity to develop innovative software for the automotive industry. Telematics exposes the internal car ecosystem to the Internet: the car becomes an element of the Internet of Things (IoT), offering a new level of access to the car’s functionalities and a platform to build additional features in areas such as safety, security, and comfort. You will work with concepts like Telematics, 5G, and V2X (vehicle-to-everything).
You will be our next colleague responsible for developing the software components.
What You Will Do
- Review Software specifications, Architecture, and Design documents for the system
- Study and understand customer and internal specifications
- Develop a component design document based on specifications and the given SW architecture
- Develop software components (C++/Linux)
- Resolve inconsistencies in case of unclear technical requirements in the specification by direct communication with the responsible internal/external stakeholder
- Perform functional testing of developed source code, participate in code review sessions
- Act according to the SW development standards of the automotive industry, in-car applications, and software development processes
- Provide root cause analysis for issues, fix these issues, and verify the effectiveness of the given fixes for the software components delivered
- Debug knowledge using gdb
- Find optimal solutions for specific requirements and propose solutions
- Breakdown complex tasks
- Understand and improve required KPIs
- Analyze existing embedded software to add features, make modifications, fix bugs, and/or port to different platforms
- Specify and implement unit tests for developed SW units
- Test software designs and code at the unit and system level to ensure that all requirements are met, and the highest software quality is achieved
- Participate in internal and customer-driven design reviews throughout the program
- Coordinates software development activities with the SW Engineering Manager
- Identifies product requirements or performance issues. Works with the team to implement a resolution
- Communicate with peers inside the Harman group to coordinate software development. This includes occasional travel for training or coordination with other groups
- Works with the customer to further define requirements and to resolve issues in case of need
- Develop and offer visibility on risk assessment for critical fixes
What You Need to Be Successful
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other relevant (IT-connected) specializations
- At least 5+ years of experience as a software developer with C/C++ knowledge
- Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux Architecture
- Experience in developing embedded applications
- Knowledge in inter-process communication, threading, and socket communication
- Good English communication skills, both written and verbal
- Extended knowledge of software development processes
Bonus Points if You Have
- Understanding of network technologies (TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, VLANs, etc.)
- Automotive experience
- Unified Modelling Language Knowledge
- Knowledge in agile software development methods (SCRUM, SAFe Agile)
- Linux kernel experience
- Knowledge about Linux embedded power management (e.g. Suspend to RAM), logging (e.g. DLT), communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART
What Makes You Eligible
- Willingness to travel (0-20% of time), depending on the project necessities
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
- “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
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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 or relevant specializations
- 5+ years of experience as a software developer with C/C++ knowledge
- Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux Architecture
- Experience in developing embedded applications
- Good English communication skills, both written and verbal
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!
