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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
We are seeking a Security Engineer to join our Global KMS team, contributing to the development and operation of foundational security services across our platform landscape.
In this role, you will help design, maintain, and extend security infrastructure & services that underpin secure device provisioning, lifecycle management, and SOC‑integrated Root of Trust (RoT) capabilities. Your work will directly support Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) and the trusted elements of the platform, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure manufacturing and deployment processes.
This position requires close collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and partner ecosystems, combining strong technical expertise with a structured, operational mindset.
What You Will Do
Actively collaborate with product engineering, IT, and manufacturing teams to ensure security is embedded as a proactive and integral part of the product development lifecycle
Design, develop, deploy, and operate security infrastructure services, including:
o Key management systems
o Manufacturing provisioning services
o Certificate authorities and code‑signing infrastructure
Define and implement APIs, protocols, and services for secure enumeration, configuration, and management of platform assets
Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and controls for cryptographic key generation, handling, lifecycle management, and access governance
Interface with manufacturing partners to support, troubleshoot, and debug security provisioning activities
Partner with software development teams to enable hosting platforms, tooling, SDKs, and integration components required for internal and external consumers
Own the day‑to‑day operation, reliability, and continuous improvement of security infrastructure services
What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics
5+ years of industry experience in a software development or security engineering role
Solid working knowledge of Linux environments, including command‑line tools
Proficiency in C/C++, Java, and Python
Practical experience with HTTP(S) services, including reverse proxies (Apache or Nginx), VPNs, and SSL/TLS configuration
Foundational experience with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), like:
o PKCS#11 (Cryptoki) interface usage
o Code‑signing services
o Secure payload decryption, certificate signing, and device identity generation
Ability to understand complex systems, particularly in the context of vehicle architectures and manufacturing workflows
Strong understanding of security concepts such as:
o Secure key generation and delivery
o Access control mechanisms and token‑based authorization
o Multi‑party authorization (e.g., n‑of‑m schemes)
Working knowledge of cryptographic primitives and secure communication protocols
Clear and effective communication skills in English
Strong collaboration mindset, openness in communication, resilience, and a sense of ownership
Bonus Points if You Have
Automotive cybersecurity experience, ideally within a Tier‑1 supplier or OEM environment
Hands‑on operational experience with:
o HSM deployment, maintenance, backup, and recovery
o Code‑signing infrastructure and access control systems
o Web services deployment and CI/CD pipelines
Experience with containerized and cloud‑native environments (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS)
Familiarity with CloudHSM technologies
Experience with Utimaco HSMs, including firmware configuration or modification
Logging, monitoring, and observability experience (rsyslog, ELK stack, Logstash)
Linux system hardening and access control (SELinux, AppArmor, SMACK, PAM, SSH, FIDO/U2F)
Key‑provisioning experience for:
o AUTOSAR (SHE)
o Trusted Execution Environments (e.g., Trustonic / Kinibi)
Practical experience with:
o Microsoft SignTool
o Android APK/APEX signing processes
What Makes You Eligible
Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel
Ability to work from an office in Queretaro, 3+ days per week (hybrid)
Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer
Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
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 or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics
- 5+ years industry experience in software development or security engineering
- Solid working knowledge of Linux environments and command-line tools
- Proficiency in C/C++, Java, and Python
- Practical experience with HTTP(S) services, reverse proxies (Apache or Nginx), VPNs, and SSL/TLS configuration
- Foundational experience with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and PKCS#11 (Cryptoki) interfaces
- Experience with code-signing services, certificate signing, secure payload decryption, and device identity generation
- Working knowledge of cryptographic primitives and secure communication protocols
- Strong understanding of secure key generation/delivery, access control, token-based authorization, and multi-party authorization schemes
- Clear and effective communication skills in English and strong collaboration mindset
- Willingness to travel up to 10% (domestic and international)
- Ability to work from an office in Queretaro 3+ days per week (hybrid)
- Successful completion of background investigation and drug screen
- Experience with automotive cybersecurity, manufacturing provisioning workflows, or vehicle architectures
- Hands-on operational experience with HSM deployment, code-signing infrastructure, CI/CD, containerized/cloud-native environments (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS), CloudHSM, or Utimaco HSMs
- Logging, monitoring, and observability experience (rsyslog, ELK, Logstash) and Linux hardening (SELinux, AppArmor, SMACK, PAM, SSH, FIDO/U2F)
- Key-provisioning experience for AUTOSAR (SHE) or Trusted Execution Environments (Trustonic / Kinibi)
- Practical experience with Microsoft SignTool and Android APK/APEX signing processes
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!
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