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Location:
Bucharest - Bucharest, Romania
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3
Job ID:
R-51985-2026

Description & Requirements

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

What You’ll Be Part Of 

Embedded Linux SW engineer, part of the PQRS (Production & Qualification Readiness SW) team.

As an embedded Linux SW engineer, you will contribute to the creation of a lightweight Linux distribution used in HARMAN to perform low-level validation and certification of the hardware used in various automotive projects. You will be challenged to find solutions that blend both hardware and software worlds to reach an optimised and streamlined design between the systems and our internal customers’ requirements.

You will be part of an ever-growing and ever-changing platform that will continue to evolve along with the cutting-edge tech used in Automotive. The nature of our platform gives you the chance to upgrade the existing model and challenge the status quo, as our objective is to always stay in front of the pack and develop on the latest technologies.

Our beneficiaries are the main car makers around the world.

How You’ll Make An Impact 

Requirements management

  • Evaluate and estimate requirements from internal customers, ensuring a clear understanding of project needs.

SW development and concepts definition

  • Develop, maintain, and improve the custom Linux distribution and associated services used for hardware validation, manufacturing, and certification of infotainment systems

  • Actively contribute to defining and implementing architectural concepts in collaboration with the team, aiming to maximise the reusability of software components across projects (adopting a platform-based approach)

  • Implement user-space device "drivers" based on data sheet specifications and internal interfaces for various devices populated on the project PCBs. The supported devices are of the following classes: networking devices such as switches and Ethernet controllers, video serializers and deserializers, positioning devices, audio interfaces, amplifiers and controllers

Problem resolution

  • Analyse tickets, investigate, and resolve technical issues related to the PQRS work packages. Engage with the needed subject matter experts and the team to implement effective solutions

  • Provide support for debugging and troubleshooting issues encountered during development, qualification, manufacturing, and certification phases. Follow through until the resolution is reached

Documentation and code review

  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for the PQRS deliverables, including user manuals and development guidelines

  • Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and best practices

Communication, cross-team collaboration, and customer-facing

  • Effectively communicate project status, challenges, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Collaborate with (project) managers to ensure that timelines and milestones are met

  • Work closely with PQRS consumers, ensuring that PQRS deliverables meet all the internal requirements, testware limitations, and automotive industry standards/certifications

Continuous learning, innovation, and optimisation

  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to automotive infotainment systems

  • Foster a culture of innovation within the team, encouraging the exploration of new technologies and methodologies

What Makes You A Strong Fit 

  • Extensive Linux expertise (Linux device model - system level, userspace interaction with devices, boot sequence)

  • Strong programming skills in the Python language

  • Proven experience with Automotive products (preferably infotainment systems)

  • Hands-on experience with embedded HW (Automotive SoCs, microcontrollers, serializers/deserializers, BT/WiFi chips, amplifiers, tuners, A2B chips)

  • Ability to bring up domain-specific devices based on technical documentation (at least one of the following: serializers/deserializers, BT/WiFi chips, amplifiers, tuners, A2B chips)

  • Knowledge of low-level concepts (e.g., familiar with kernel, BSP, communication protocols - e.g., I2C, SPI)

  • Understanding of embedded hardware schematics and concepts

  • 5+ years of experience as a software engineer, programming under Linux and for Linux

  • Source control systems experience (preferably Git)

  • Good English communication skills, both written and verbal

FAQ: Why Python for embedded development?

Our main deliverable is a custom Linux distribution for hardware validation and production, but our core contribution lies in the user-space drivers and control layers we build on top of it.

We choose Python because:

  • We are working in user space, not kernel space - Python is ideal for building portable, high-level drivers and orchestration tools.

  • It enables fast development, cleaner code, and easier onboarding and maintenance.

  • Our SoC platforms have sufficient resources, so Python’s overhead is not a limitation.

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Knowledge in the area of video-specific HW (serializers/deserializers) and the video stack is highly appreciated

  • Experience in building custom embedded Linux distributions (Yocto or similar)

  • Good programming skills in scripting languages (Bash or similar)

  • RUST enthusiast

  • Familiarity with Python-based web frameworks (Django or FastAPI)

  • Embedded systems hardware architecture knowledge

  • Experience with Atlassian tools suite (JIRA, Confluence)

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other relevant (IT-related) specialisations

What Makes You Eligible

  • Willingness to travel (0-20% of time), depending on the project necessities

What You Can Expect 

  • A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week. 

  • Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others) 

  • Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs 

  • Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being 

  • Tuition reimbursement support 

  • Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available 

  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development 

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Pay Transparency
L 246,000 - L 360,800
The above represents the annual gross base salary range for this role.

Variable compensation and allowances: Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may also be available, such as quarterly or annual bonus pay, commission payments, long term incentive compensation, or certain allowances. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

How we set pay: The pay posted is a reasonable estimate of the wage range anticipated for this position. Pay is determined using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, skills, role scope/responsibilities, and location-based market factors (where applicable). In appropriate circumstances, based on objective, job-related factors, the final determination on pay may deviate from the posted range.

Pay history: Please do not include current or past pay information in your application. We do not request pay history as part of our recruitment process.

Benefits: HARMAN is interested in supporting the health and wellbeing of employees and offers a range of benefits. Offerings vary by country and employment arrangement and reflect a combination of statutory requirements and company-provided programs. These may include paid time off and holidays, sick and family leave, as well as health and wellbeing support and retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with other locally relevant benefits. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

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.