Principal Software Engineer

A Career at HARMAN

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 looking for a Principal Software Engineer in the System team, and you will have the opportunity to develop innovative software for the automotive industry. Telematics exposes the internal car ecosystem to the Internet: the car becomes an element of the Internet of Things (IoT), offering a new level of access to the car’s functionalities and a platform to build additional features in areas such as safety, security, and comfort. You will work with concepts like Telematics, 5G, and V2X (vehicle-to-everything).

You will be our next colleague responsible for developing the software components.

What You Will Do

• Review Software specifications, Architecture, and Design documents for the system
• Study and understand customer and internal specifications
• Develop a component design document based on specifications and the given SW architecture
• Develop software components (C++/Linux)
• Resolve inconsistencies in case of unclear technical requirements in the specification by direct communication with the responsible internal/external stakeholder
• Perform functional testing of developed source code, participate in code review sessions
• Act according to the SW development standards of the automotive industry, in-car applications, and software development processes
• Provide root cause analysis for issues, fix these issues, and verify the effectiveness of the given fixes for the software components delivered
• Debug knowledge using gdb
• Find optimal solutions for specific requirements and propose solutions
• Breakdown complex tasks
• Understand and improve required KPIs
• Analyze existing embedded software to add features, make modifications, fix bugs, and/or port to different platforms
• Specify and implement unit tests for developed SW units
• Test software designs and code at the unit and system level to ensure that all requirements are met, and the highest software quality is achieved
• Participate in internal and customer-driven design reviews throughout the program
• Coordinates software development activities with the SW Engineering Manager
• Identifies product requirements or performance issues. Works with the team to implement a resolution
• Communicate with peers inside the Harman group to coordinate software development. This includes occasional travel for training or coordination with other groups
• Works with the customer to further define requirements and to resolve issues in case of need
• Develop and offer visibility on risk assessment for critical fixes

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other relevant (IT-connected) specializations
• At least 5+ years of experience as a software developer with C/C++ knowledge
• Strong knowledge of Embedded Linux Architecture
• Experience in developing embedded applications
• Knowledge in inter-process communication, threading, and socket communication
• Good English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Extended knowledge of software development processes

Bonus Points if You Have

• Understanding of network technologies (TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, VLANs, etc.)
• Automotive experience
• Unified Modelling Language Knowledge
• Knowledge in agile software development methods (SCRUM, SAFe Agile)
• Linux Kernel knowledge
• Knowledge about Linux embedded power management (e.g. Suspend to RAM), logging (e.g. DLT), communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel (0-20% of time), depending on the project necessities

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment
• Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
• 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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