Software Engineer - System engineer Automotive domain

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 HARMAN

As 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

We are looking for a skilled System Engineer with 3–6 years of experience to design, integrate, and validate complex automotive systems across software, hardware, and cloud environments.

This role serves as a critical bridge between system architecture, development teams, and validation activities, ensuring end-to-end functionality, performance, and compliance. Experience in cross-language development (C++/Python) and exposure to Vector tools (CANoe) is highly desirable.

What You Will Do

System Design & Architecture

• Define system requirements, architecture, and interfaces across components
• Translate business and engineering requirements into system-level specifications
• Support system decomposition and allocation to subsystems
• Ensure compliance with ASPICE and functional safety standards

Integration & Development Support

• Coordinate integration of software, hardware, and network components
• Work closely with development teams across domains (software, HIL/SIL, tooling)
• Perform debugging and root cause analysis across system layers
• Enable cross-language integration (C++/Python)

Validation & Testing

• Define test scenarios, acceptance criteria, and validation strategies
• Execute validation using MIL, SIL, and HIL environments
• Ensure system performance, reliability, and safety compliance
• Support test automation and regression validation

System Monitoring & Analysis

• Set up and manage logging, telemetry, and diagnostic systems
• Analyze system behavior and identify performance bottlenecks
• Perform network analysis using tools like CANoe, Wireshark
• Drive continuous improvement based on system insights and analytics

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers
• Act as a technical point of contact for system-level topics
• Support requirement reviews, defect triaging, and release activities

What You Need to Be Successful

• 3–6 years of experience in automotive system engineering / embedded systems
• Strong programming skills in:
  • C++
  • Python / scripting
• Good understanding of:
  • Operating systems (Linux / RTOS preferred)
  • Embedded systems architecture
• Strong knowledge of automotive communication protocols:
  • CAN
  • Automotive Ethernet
  • SOME/IP
  • TCP/IP, UDP
  • D-Bus
• Hands-on experience in:
  • System integration and debugging
  • HIL / SIL / MIL environments
• Exposure to AI-assisted engineering tools or data/automation pipelines (good to have)

Tools & Technologies

• Vector Tools: CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape
• Simulation: MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE, ETAS
• Requirement Tools: DOORS, Polarion
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab
• Debugging & Monitoring: Wireshark, trace tools, log analyzers
• CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
• Operating Systems: Linux
• Cloud/DevOps (Good to have): AWS / Azure telemetry systems

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in AI/ML-enabled system validation or data pipelines
• Exposure to cloud-based telemetry and observability systems
• Experience in multi-domain integration (software + hardware + cloud)
• Knowledge of automotive system-level validation frameworks

What Makes You Eligible

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
  • Electronics / Electrical
  • Computer Science
  • Or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities
• Ability to work in cross-functional and supplier-driven environments

What We Offer

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Opportunities for professional growth and development

- Collaborative and dynamic work environment

- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools

- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance through BeBrilliant

- Chance to work with a renowned German OEM

- You are expected to work all 5 days in a week in office

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.