Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.
Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and driven professional to build and maintain Bluetooth-connected JBL mobile applications for globally launched JBL consumer audio products. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and global R&D stakeholders to deliver high-quality mobile application solutions. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a go-getter attitude are essential for success in this role.
What You Will Do
Design and develop robust BLE and BREDR Bluetooth communication solutions between Android applications and JBL speaker devices.
Own the end-to-end Android application development lifecycle for consumer audio products.
Develop responsive and user-friendly Android interfaces using MVVM architecture with Kotlin and Java in Android Studio.
Collaborate with cross-functional global R&D teams, including firmware, hardware, and QA teams, to deliver features aligned with business and product requirements.
Actively participate in agile development activities such as sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and code reviews to ensure timely delivery and continuous improvement.
Utilize AI tools and modern development practices to enhance development efficiency and contribute to innovation initiatives within the Consumer Audio domain.
What You Need to Be Successful
3 to 6 years of hands-on experience in Android application development.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Bluetooth application development, including BLE and BR/EDR protocol.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Android UI development.
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills across multiple Android devices and OS versions.
Proficient in Android Studio, Kotlin, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
Knowledge of Java and web development technologies will be an added advantage.
Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Bonus Points if You Have
B.Tech, Master’s in Computer Science, or a related domain.
Experience in leveraging AI tools to enhance development efficiency and innovation.
Prior experience working in the Consumer Audio domain.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional global R&D teams.
What Makes You Eligible
Willingness to work in a hybrid office environment, balancing in-person collaboration with remote flexibility.
Proactive and self-motivated individual with a strong go-getter attitude.
Strong analytical, innovative, and problem-solving skills.
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
Tuition reimbursement
“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
- 3 to 6 years of hands-on experience in Android application development
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Bluetooth application development, including BLE and BR/EDR protocol
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Android UI development
- Proficient in Android Studio, Kotlin, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
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!
