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
The person in position will be responsible for doing development for Projection Mode domain under Smart Device Connectivity – SW Domains – Intelligent Cockpit.
What You Will Do
- You will be working as SW Developer for Projection Modes.
- Most of the work will be on middleware and application development on Android Platforms.
- Develop new Features/enhance existing features for Android Auto & Carplay Specification Upgrades.
- Perform issue analysis, debug and Bug Fixing.
- Perform Unit Test & Functional test.
- Should have good understanding of Android Architecture & Infotainment.
- Should be able to communicate and work closely with team members internal and peer domains.
- Should be able to provide the task updates as per the defined process.
- Should diligently follow the defined process, guidelines in entire SW Development cycle.
- Should be good Root Cause Analysis & Problem-solving capabilities.
- Work with both a local lead and remote teams for joint debugging of issues
What You Need to be successful
- Possess good working experience in Android Auto/CarPlay/Streaming features
- Strong fundamentals on Embedded product development. Android Automotive/RTOS/Linux
- Bachelor’s/master’s degree in computer/Electronics Engineering or equivalent from premier institutes
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a Developer – preferably in Automotive SW.
- Excellent programming skills in Java/C++
- Proficient in Android Internals and Android Framework.
- Proficient in multi-threaded programming and Synchronization mechanisms.
- Proven experience in debugging and root causing application issues like ANR and core system issues like kernel issues and random crash.
- Experience in building large complex software in a real-time, embedded, multi-processor and multi-interface environment.
- Excellent communication skills while working in multi-site environment.
- Good exposure on board bring-up and Hardware handling.
- Good exposure on serial protocols, storage devices, network protocols.
- Good exposure to any of the Application processor like Exynos, Qualcomm processors.
- Should be able to communicate and work closely with team members internal and peer domains.
- Should be able to provide the task updates as per the defined process.
- Should diligently follow the defined process, guidelines in entire SW Development cycle.
Bonus Points if You Have
- Worked in SAFe Agile environment.
- Good understanding of Automotive Infotainment SW Components.
- Knowledge of Hardware Bring ups & handle them.
- Connectivity Technologies/Protocols like RTP/RTSP/SIP expertise.
What Makes You Eligible
- Willing to travel up to domestic and international travel.
- Be willing to work in an office.
What We Offer
- Flexible work environment, depends on test requests, mostly we request to work from office for best test quality results,
- 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
- Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Centre and Cafeteria
- 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
- Experience in Android Auto, CarPlay, or streaming features
- Strong fundamentals in embedded product development (Android Automotive, RTOS, Linux)
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer or Electronics Engineering or equivalent
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a developer, preferably in Automotive SW
- Excellent programming skills in Java and C++
- Proficient in Android internals and Android framework
- Proficient in multi-threaded programming and synchronization mechanisms
- Proven experience debugging and root-causing application (ANR, crashes) and kernel issues
- Experience building large complex software in real-time, embedded, multi-processor and multi-interface environments
- Excellent communication skills for multi-site collaboration
- Exposure to board bring-up and hardware handling
- Exposure to serial protocols, storage devices, and network protocols
- Exposure to application processors (e.g., Exynos, Qualcomm)
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
- Willingness to work in an office (on-site)
- Follow defined processes and provide task updates per process
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!
