Principal Engineer - Android HMI
HARMAN International · Bangalore - Karnataka, India - Kalyani Platina ·
- Seniority
- Principal
- Category
- Mobile
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-tracking 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 seeking an experienced Android HMI Developer to develop and optimize Android-based HMI applications for automotive infotainment systems. The role requires strong expertise in Java, Kotlin, Android SDK, UI development, and preferably AOSP/Android Automotive, with a focus on performance, system integration, and delivering seamless in-vehicle user experiences.
What You Will Do
- Design, develop, and maintain Android-based HMI applications for automotive infotainment systems.
- Implement UI/UX designs using Android frameworks and custom components.
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers, system engineers, and other developers to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
- Optimize application performance for embedded systems with limited resources.
- Debug and resolve issues related to Android HMI application behavior, performance, and system integration.
- Work with Android SDK, AOSP, and Android Automotive platform as required. Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and system architecture planning.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Strong programming skills in Java and Kotlin.
- Hands-on experience with Android SDK, Android UI development, and custom views.
- Experience with AOSP customization and Android Automotive platform is a plus.
- Understanding of automotive software development and HMI/IVI system architecture.
- Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or other automotive communication protocols is desirable.
- Experience with tools like Git, JIRA, and Confluence.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or in a team.
What You Will Do
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in Android application development, particularly for automotive HMI/IVI systems.
- Hands-on expertise in Java, Kotlin, Android SDK, Android UI development, and custom views.
- Experience with AOSP customization and Android Automotive platform is an added advantage.
- Good understanding of automotive HMI/IVI architecture and embedded systems.
- Familiarity with CAN, LIN, or other automotive communication protocols.
- Experience with Git, JIRA, and Confluence.
- Strong analytical, debugging, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
What We Offer
- Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
- Work from Office environment with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite Five days a week.
- 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.