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Location:
Bucharest - Bucharest, Romania
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T4
Job ID:
R-53309-2026

Description & Requirements

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

The Principal Software Engineer will focus their time designing, developing, and testing software for complex embedded devices.

You will be expected to be a core member of the team leading the effort on a few projects, contribute to other projects, and, more importantly, mentor less experienced engineers and interns.

You need to have a strong understanding of real-time operating systems such as OSEK, complex device driver development, and AUTOSAR software component development.

Besides these, you should have a strong domain expertise in Non-volatile Memory and Diagnostics, also solid knowledge of and experience in embedded C/C++; a passion for developing new products, and experience working the complete SW development life cycle.

 

What You Will Do

  • Develop production-ready software following a defined software development process

  • Analyze specifications, develop unit designs and unit test plans, integration test plans, and verify functionality.

  • Develop, configure, and integrate software for telematics product(s)

  • Study and understand requirements for specific projects/programs and be able to translate them to BSW configuration with tooling from Vector (like DaVinci Developer, DaVinci Configurator) and other similar AUTOSAR stacks

  • Develop CDD drivers for AUTOSAR applications

  • Understand the various features provided by AUTOSAR BSW modules and configure BSW modules in DaVinci Configurator or similar tools

  • Understand the AUTOSAR application (SW-C) configuration and the interaction of AUTOSAR applications (SW-C) with the underlying BSW modules

  • Understand the functionality of RTE, mapping of application entities with BSW module parameters, OS scheduling concepts, ECU, and BSW module state changes

  • Understand the AUTOSAR methodology (ECU extract contents, import of ECU extract into configuration tool)

  • Understand the flow of the AUTOSAR software from the application to the underlying driver

  • Get exposed to variant management concepts

  • Prepare guidelines and standards for AUTOSAR software development

  • Work with software development tools (debuggers, emulators, compilers, etc.)

  • Read schematics and debug analog and digital hardware.

  • Use an oscilloscope and logic analyzer for troubleshooting.

  • Analyze existing embedded software to add features, make modifications, fix bugs, and/or port to different platforms.

  • Tests software designs and code at the unit and system level to ensure that all requirements are met and the highest software quality is achieved

  • Identifies product requirements or performance issues.  Work with external teams as necessary to resolve issues promptly.

  • Communicate with peers inside the Harman group to coordinate software development

  • Act as a mentor or coach for the less experienced engineers.

  • Act according to the standards of the automotive industry and in-car application and software development processes

  • Act as an expert/consultant of the specific area, advise the Functional Owner and team members with best practices, and develop proposals for issues in their domain

  • Technical analysis and assessment of customer requirements (RFP, RFC, RFI, RFQ)

  • Resolve inconsistencies in case of unclear technical requirements in the specification by direct communication with the Functional owner

  • Reviews HDD and CDD and verifies them against product features, ensuring the Requirements Traceability Matrix

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

  • 5+ years of microcontroller embedded software development or testing

  • 5+ years of C or other structured language

  • 5+ years of AUTOSAR experience (configuring BSW with DaVinci configurator, AUTOSAR SW-C configuration using DaVinci Developer, AUTOSAR integration)

  • 5+ years of Automotive embedded systems development and testing

  • Experience developing and debugging software in a real-time, embedded, multiprocessor, multi-interface environment

  • Experienced in working with vehicle networking (CAN, Ethernet, LIN)

  • Experienced in working with offshore development teams.

  • Experienced with project schedules

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills

  • Creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing complex software defects

  • 2+ years of experience with ASPICE

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Familiarity with non-volatile memory drivers and automotive diagnostics

  • Experience with vehicle networking (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)

  • Experience in developing or working with AUTOSAR applications, configuration of BSW, MCAL modules, and development of CDDs

  • Experience with microcontrollers TC3xx

  • Experience with microcontroller-based development with AUTOSAR OS (OSEK) or other embedded RTOS

What We Offer

  • Flexible work environment

  • Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

  • Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

  • Competitive wellness benefits

  • “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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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.