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General information

Location:
Gothenburg - Sweden
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T5
Job ID:
R-53152-2026

Description & Requirements

About the Role

As a cornerstone of our engineering team, the Distinguished Engineer, Acoustic Systems Engineering will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of audio technology. You will be responsible for co-defining and developing innovative audio solutions, providing expert guidance to engineering teams worldwide, and driving the strategic direction of our acoustic systems. Your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring the successful implementation of cutting-edge features in our production audio systems, including the definition of scalable signal-processing platforms, control algorithms, and engineering tools that enable consistent sound quality across multiple vehicle programs.


What You Will Do

  • Systems Definition: Lead the design and development of innovative audio systems, including system architectures, signal-processing concepts, control strategies, and their interaction with hardware. Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure the feasibility of systems in production, while meeting rigorous sound quality and brand standards.

  • Technical Expertise: Serve as a recognized authority on acoustic topics within innovation and development. Provide expert guidance and support to cross-functional teams.

  • Innovation and Development: Drive the maturation of innovative concepts, platforms, features, and tools through effective collaboration with stakeholders with demonstrated adoption across multiple OEMs or product lines.

  • Acoustical Leadership: Lead the development of cutting-edge audio features, including defining concept systems, developing underlying DSP and control algorithms, and guiding tuning strategies using scientifically grounded methods.

  • Knowledge Sharing: Develop and document worldwide acoustic systems features, tools, and best practices to foster knowledge transfer and standardization.

  • Business Support: Collaborate with business units to create effective acoustic systems strategies and drive customer acquisition.

  • Industry Representation: Represent HARMAN at international scientific conventions and conferences, sharing expertise through publications and active participation.

What You Need

  • Advanced Education: Masters or Doctorate degree in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

  • Industry Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience (20 years preferred) in automotive audio or automotive audio technology development, including algorithms, platforms, or production-deployed tools.

  • Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of DSP, signal flow design, psychoacoustics, and acoustic system behavior, with working knowledge of transducers and amplification sufficient for system-level optimization.

  • Sound Tuning Mastery: Proven track record of delivering or enabling a large number of advanced automotive audio systems through direct tuning ownership and/or scalable algorithms, platforms, tuning methodologies, or engineering tools adopted across multiple vehicle programs.

  • Research and Development: Demonstrated experience in research and development, evidenced by publications in top-tier journals/conferences and patents or patent applications.

  • System Definition: Expertise in defining complex automotive audio systems through robust requirements management, including conventional and unconventional system architectures.

  • Communication Skills: Excellent presentation skills and the ability to clearly explain complex technical topics to a diverse audience with varying levels of expertise.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Willing to travel to Harman sites internationally (up to 20% of the time)

  • Drivers license

What We Offer

  • HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation.

  • You will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products.

  • Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balance.

  • Attractive salary package.

  • Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainings.

  • Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs.

  • “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology 
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.  

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!  

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

You Belong Here 
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.  

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.  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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.