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 Solution Architect / System Engineer is responsible for managing and overseeing the technical blueprint for complex automotive software and systems, ensuring they align with Harman business needs along with focus on Customer specification and technical feasibility. They bridge the gap between business requirements and technical implementation, guiding teams in the design, development, and integration of software and hardware components. Customer Requirements and System Requirements management are key project technical focal points to product stakeholders both internal and external to Harman. This position requires a broad background in automotive infotainment, cluster, digital cockpit and ADAS systems, as well as deep knowledge in one or more relevant product domains. This position is able to evaluate tradeoffs, resolve issues, and achieve technical solutions that meet stakeholder requirements. The ideal profile must be able to communicate effectively and document the resulting product requirements and serve as the technical interface for assigned program(s)/domain(s).
What You Will Do
- System Design and Architecture: Developing and maintaining the system architecture, ensuring it aligns with requirements and best practices.
- Validation and Testing: Defining and executing validation plans, ensuring the system meets performance, safety, and quality standards.
- Integration and Testing: Integrating different system components and ensuring their proper functioning within the broader vehicle system.
- Requirements Management: Identifying and translating customer needs and stakeholder requirements into system-level specifications.
- Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving technical issues that arise during development and testing.
- Collaboration and Communication: Working closely with various teams (hardware, software, mechanical) and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
- Standardization and Innovation: Contributing to the standardization of central computer systems and fostering innovative solutions.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate documentation of the system design, validation results, and problem-solving activities.
Specific Skills and Experience
- Strong understanding of Central Compute Unit (CCU) technologies and their applications in automotive systems.
- Experience with system engineering processes, including requirements management, system design, validation, and integration.
- Familiarity with relevant standards and regulations for automotive safety and performance.
- Proficiency in tools for system modeling, simulation, and analysis.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in an agile development environment is a plus.
- A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g., electrical, mechanical, computer science) is typically required.
In essence, a Harman System Engineer is a key player in bringing CCU features to life, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and meet the highest quality standards.
What You Need
- In-depth knowledge of software and system architecture, embedded systems, vehicle EE architecture, and communication protocols
- Experience with Automotive Systems Engineering including System Modelling Language 1.5
- Experience with infotainment systems, ADAS systems, or other automotive software and hardware components
- Expert knowledge of requirements management
- Good knowledge of embedded software and system
- Knowledge of Requirements Management Tool “Doors Next Generation”, “DOORS”, Doors exchange mechanism, IBM jazz tool chain (DNG, RTC), SystemWeaver etc.
- Configuration management rules and tools especially IBM ELM/DNG baselining
- Knowledge of process models (e.g. Automotive SPICE®, Functional Safety & Cybersecurity)
- Advanced knowledge on Machine Learning SW and HW architectures and Mobile Wireless Technology (DSPs, ARM, Memories, Multicore processing, WiFi, 5G, 4G/LTE, 3G, CDMA, 2G, Bluetooth) and/or Infotainment Technology such as Navigation system, Digital TV, ETC system, Drive recorder, Mirroring / Projection systems such as Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and rear seat entertainment
- Ability to communicate advanced and complex concepts and ideas persuasively and concisely to all levels of the business.
- Fluent communication skills in English and Japanese
What Makes You Eligible
- Be willing to travel up to 10% of the time, international and domestic.
- Be willing to work in an office as needed.
- Successfully complete a background investigation/Aptitude Test as a condition of employment.
What We Offer
- We offer an authentic diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development in a truly global organization.
- You will work on products and services that touch people’s lives and will change the industrial standards, being a part of the transformations in our industry.
- Our work environments are fast paced, challenging, empowering, collaborative, flexible and exciting.
- We offer our own HARMAN University with regular updates on the new technologies and trends by utilizing various sessions organized by Self Learning and Development Trainings to help grow and advance talent.
- We offer competitive compensation/benefit programs and recognition programs.
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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 electrical, mechanical, or computer science engineering
- Experience with system engineering processes
- Expert knowledge of requirements management
- Strong understanding of CCU technologies
- Knowledge of automotive SPICE and safety standards
- Communicative skills in English and Japanese
- Experience in automotive infotainment systems
- Proficiency in system modeling and validation tools
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!
