Principal Software Engineer

Location:

Bucharest - Bucharest, Romania

Job Family:

Engineering

Worker Type Reference:

Regular - Permanent

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Career Level:

T4

Job ID:

R

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 the Functional Owner for Key Provisioning within the EU System Engineering team, you will be responsible for developing concepts and tools that enable secure configuration and key material provisioning on Harman's production lines. You will collaborate across software domains, system engineering, industrialization, and production departments. This role combines technical leadership with cross-functional collaboration to deliver robust and scalable solutions for complex systems.

What You Will Do

• Lead and supervise the Key Provisioning team
• Coordinate and contribute to RFI/RFQ evaluations
• Clarify requirements and designs with customers, PCSM, SW-Industrialization, software domains, and Harman's production department
• Support Industrialization PM and SWPM/PL in evaluating internal requirements (IRS)
• Coordinate analysis and effort estimation for change requests
• Clarify dependencies and project timeline with all stakeholders
• Report status updates to the software project lead and management
• Actively drive and participate in external and internal communication (e.g. workshops, regular communication)
• Plan, control and monitor all tasks related to key provisioning
• Track integration of software modules into the overall project
• Monitor ticket resolution status and progress
• Ensure compliance with Harman internal and customer SW engineering processes and standards (ASPICE, SAFe, …)
• Drive the design of robust key handling concepts, ensuring alignment with system/software testing strategies and integration approaches
• Comply with Cyber Security and Functional Safety related processes and standards
• Collaborate with domains and departments involved in Key Provisioning (e.g. Cyber Security, Production, Key Management System, Project Management).

What You Need

• Bachelor or Master degree in computer science or a related field
• Experience in coordinating distributed development teams
• Experience in technical coordination of engineering teams
• Experience working in scrum teams
• Experience in working with (external) customers/OEMs
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Strong communication and technical presentation skills
• Self-driven, autonomous, and systematic working style with the ability to support team goals
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience in embedded systems and automotive environments
• Strong SW development background (C/C++, Linux)
• Basic understanding of production processes and diagnostics (UDS)
• Foundational knowledge about Cryptography
• General understanding of Cyber Security concepts (e.g. Secure Boot, TEE, Key Provisioning)
• Familiarity with automotive and industrial Cyber Security standards (ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29, …)
• Knowledge about trusted execution environments

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience in software design and development for QNX
• Experience in software design and development for Android
• Experience developing systems with NVidia, Qualcomm, or Samsung SoCs
• Experience in System + SW FMEA
• Experience in Functional Safety and familiarity with its standards (ISO 26262, ISO 21448, …)
• Experience in requirements engineering (CRS, SRS, TRS) using IBM ALM, classic DOORS

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment
• 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
• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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.

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

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