Platform 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 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 Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

Network Audio Element Technology Development

• Software development for common modules for products equipped with network functions
• Various product certifications (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, radio certifications for different countries, etc.)

What You Will Do

• Creation of module specifications
  • Tuning of Linux kernel for modules and development of device drivers
  • Communication within the company (Japan, US, Australia, etc.) for problem-solving (via web systems, email, meetings)
  • Communication with external partners (Taiwan, India, US, etc.) for technical research or problem-solving (via web systems, email, meetings)
  • Support for various product certifications (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, radio certifications for different countries, etc.)

• Advanced development of new features based on the new product roadmap
  • Research on new technologies and proposal of new features based on that research
  • Participation in domestic and international technology exhibitions for technical research

What You Need to Be Successful

• Experience in software development on Linux (embedded Linux experience is a plus)
• Basic knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, server-client, etc.)
• Business-level English (TOEIC score of 550 or higher)

Bonus Points if You Have

• Advanced knowledge of Linux kernel and device drivers
• Knowledge and experience with software development tools and platforms (e.g., GitHub)
• Knowledge of electronic circuits
• Knowledge of RF (Radio Frequency)
• Knowledge of digital audio interfaces
• Knowledge of network audio
• Strong communication skills
• Logical thinking ability
• Educational background in electrical/electronic engineering, communication engineering, computer engineering, or acoustical engineering

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “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.