Advanced Engineer, Embedded Software Engineering

Description & Requirements

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

As a Resident Engineer, you will serve as the primary technical interface between the customer and HARMAN engineering teams, supporting vehicle integration, validation, launch, and production activities. This is an individual contributor role that requires strong technical expertise in automotive electronics, issue investigation, and customer coordination. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve customer-reported issues, support software releases, and ensure successful product launches and post-production support activities. You will be based at the customer site or plant location and play a critical role in maintaining customer satisfaction and project success.

What You Will Do

• Act as the primary technical interface between customer engineering teams and HARMAN development teams.
• Support vehicle integration, validation, launch readiness, and production activities for automotive programs.
• Collect vehicle logs, reproduce field issues, and coordinate root cause analysis with engineering teams.
• Flash software builds and support customer evaluations, trials, and vehicle testing activities.
• Track customer-reported defects and drive issue resolution with System, Software, Validation, and Quality teams.
• Coordinate activities across Program Management, Manufacturing, Validation, System Engineering, and Software teams to ensure timely deliverables.
• Participate in customer meetings, provide technical updates, and communicate project status effectively.
• Support SOP, ramp-up, and post-SOP production issue investigations.
• Maintain defect tracking systems and ensure timely escalation of critical blockers and customer concerns.
• Facilitate communication between customer stakeholders and HARMAN teams to ensure successful program execution.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in automotive electronics, preferably in TCU, Telematics, Connectivity, or related domains.
• Strong understanding of CAN protocols, UDS diagnostics, flashing tools, and vehicle log analysis.
• Experience with vehicle integration, validation processes, and automotive development life cycles.
• Hands-on experience with Jira, ALM, or similar defect management tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Excellent customer-facing communication, coordination, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic customer-site environment while coordinating with global engineering teams.
• Understanding of automotive product launches, production support, and quality processes.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience with Linux and Android-based automotive platforms.
• Hands-on knowledge of CANoe, CANalyzer, and automotive diagnostic tools.
• Experience in modem, telematics, connectivity, and network debugging.
• Exposure to vehicle launch support and post-SOP production issue management.
• Familiarity with OEM development and validation processes.
• Experience working with global automotive teams and customer locations.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work from customer site or plant locations as required.
• Flexibility to support critical vehicle testing, launch, and production activities.
• Ability to travel occasionally based on customer and project requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Eligible to work in the applicable country/location of assignment.
• Due to the nature of customer-facing automotive programs, flexibility in work schedules may be required.

What We Offer

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week. 
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others) 
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs 
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being 
• Tuition reimbursement support 
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available 

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About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology 

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. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams

Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: View email address on jobsearch.harman.com.

You Belong Here 

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.  

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.  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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.() 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at  View email address on jobsearch.harman.com . Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.