Principal Software Engineer

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 HARMANAs 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.

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 Principal Software Engineer, you will support the EU System Engineering team in the area of Key Management and Provisioning. You will be responsible for designing secure key provisioning architectures and driving integration and test strategies. This role involves close collaboration across software domains, system engineering, industrialization, and production departments. It combines technical leadership with cross-functional teamwork to deliver robust, scalable solutions for complex systems.

What You Will Do

• Design robust key handling concepts and ensure alignment with system and software testing strategies, as well as integration approaches
• Develop software architecture for applications and modules required for secure key material handling and storage
• Participate in RFI/RFQ evaluation for Harman customers
• Clarify requirements and designs with customers and internally with system/software architects from other domains and the production department
• Create and maintain architecture documents (HDD/CDD)
• Support activities related to Cyber Security and Functional Safety processes
• Ensure compliance with Harman and customer software engineering processes and standards (e.g., ASPICE, SAFe)
• Drive progress in collaboration with project leaders, technical experts, and functional owners, providing oversight and mentorship
• 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 embedded systems and automotive environments
• Proficiency in C/C++
• Experience in software design and development for Linux
• Experience in working with software modeling tools (Enterprise Architect is mandatory)
• Basic experience with production processes and diagnostics (UDS)
• Foundational knowledge about Cryptography
• Knowledge 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, …)
• Familiarity with trusted execution environments
• Knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP networking, and IPC mechanisms
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Self-driven, autonomous, and systematic way of working
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal

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 (Classic/Adaptive) Autosar
• Competence in docker containerization
• Experience in System and Software FMEA
• Experience in Functional Safety and familiarity with its standards (ISO 26262, ISO 21448, …)

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

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.

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