Principal Software Engineeer

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
The
Principal Software Engineer
will join the Telematics team, you will be responsible for designing, developing and testing software for complex software components.

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 car's functionalities and a platform to build additional features in areas such as safety, security, comfort.

You will work with concepts like Telematics,
5G
and
V2X
(vehicle-to-everything).

What You Will Do

• Review Software specifications, Architecture and Design documents for the system
• Study and understand customer and internal specifications;
• Develop component design document based on specifications and 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 stake-holder
• Perform functional testing of developed source code, participate in code review sessions
• Act according 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 effectiveness of 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 software team leader
• Identifies product requirement or performance issues. Works with software team leader 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 degree in Computer Science or other relevant (IT connected) specializations
• At least 8+ years of experience as a software developer
• Solid knowledge of C++ & Linux
• Linux Kernel expertise and debugging
• Linux niche topics experience (e.g., gPTP)
• Experience in developing embedded applications
• Knowledge in inter-process communication, threading, socket communication
• Good English communication skills both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of software development processes
• Working knowledge of embedded operating systems
• Working knowledge of embedded operating systems

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience with TCP and UDP protocols.
• Unified Modelling Language Knowledge
• Knowledge in agile software development methods (SCRUM, SAFe Agile)
• Security (secure boot, TEE, DEV/Sec mode switch)
• Knowledge of howthe Linux Kernel works

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