Principal Engineer, SW

HARMAN'S ENGINEERS AND DESIGNERS ARE CREATIVE, PURPOSEFUL AND AGILE

As part of this team, you'll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.

A CAREER AT HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will be part of development of connectivity solutions for the automotive domain. Our team's use cases include, but are not limited to architecture, ownership, design and development of TCU software core assets. The role will provide you the opportunity and challenges to work with advanced technologies and tools to solve real-world problems of the connected vehicles.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Architect, design and develop TCU modular TCU software that has well defined northbound and southbound interfaces, well documented and easy to integrate into any target TCU hardware platform.
• Integrate/interface with opensource/3rd party partner components when required to build end-to-end solutions
• Work closely with embedded and ML teams to provide requirements and ensure smooth integration into the end-to-end solution
• Conduct measurements/tuning for end-to-end scalability and performance
• Identify and deploy the use of advanced tools for code comparison, documentation and automation
• Lead interactions with internal and external partner technical teams regarding requirements, design, customization, trouble shooting of their components
• Drive full feature development lifecycle – design, implementation, testing, deployment
• Review code, designs, and architecture proposals with a focus on performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: system, product, QA, hardware, and cloud.
• Own and optimize CI/CD workflows, development processes, and coding standards.
• Lead technical investigations, root cause analysis, and high complexity debugging efforts.
• Contribute to roadmap planning and strategic direction of the software platform.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Master's degree in computer science or equivalent
• 12+ years of experience in developing embedded software
• Strong experience in embedded software development.
• Expert in C/C++, data structures, and low-level system programming.
• Deep understanding of RTOS, Linux internals, and multithreading/concurrency.
• Hands-on with Python and Shell scripting for tools and automation.
• Familiar with automotive protocols: CAN, LIN, Ethernet, GPS/GNSS, UDS.
• Proficient in debugging tools (GDB, Valgrind, strace, etc.).
• Exposure to functional safety standards (ISO 26262), MISRA, or ASPICE.
• Experience with OTA mechanisms, diagnostics, and secure software practices
• Strong grip on Git, GitHub/GitLab, and IDEs like VS Code.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE

• Experience working with Automotive grade TCUs
• Knowledge of and 3GPP, 4G/5G Cellular Networking systems and ETSI Edge Architecture

WHAT MAKES YOU ELIGIBLE

• Willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work in an office.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives independently.
• Ability to mentor engineers, influence architectural decisions, and drive best practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with global stakeholders.

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 Center and Cafeteria
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

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.