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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-55032-2026

Description & Requirements

About the Role

Our SBU Connectivity is seeking skilled and experienced Sr. Embedded Software Test Engineer with Automotive domain knowledge including Advanced Networking, Antenna, Autosar, Bluetooth, BSP and Drivers, Calls, Connectivity, Diagnostics, Ethernet AVB, IOC, Linux, Positioning, System-level functionalities, serial communication protocols, and Telephony.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for testing, validating, and debugging software for embedded systems across multiple domains. This role requires a good understanding of embedded architecture, domain-specific requirements, and end-to-end software interactions to find integration issues in early stages of software development.

Key responsibilities involve designing and executing component-level and software interface tests, with practical experience in C and C++, as well as test frameworks such as Google Test and automation frameworks like pytest or Robot Framework. The candidate should be proficient in interpreting high-level design documents (HDD), component design documents (CDD), hardware/software interface specifications (HSIS), and various modeling artifacts - including sequence flow, activity, and state transition diagrams - to define verification criteria and develop thorough test cases.

What You Will Do

  • Analyze the software architecture and design specifications

  • Design verification criteria

  • Design, develop, and execute test cases at each architectural layer

  • Develop and maintain automated test solutions

  • Establish and report test coverage and traceability to design specifications

  • Document test cases and report defects

  • Support root cause analysis

What You Need to Be Successful

  • 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.

  • Proven experience in developing/testing Automotive domains

  • Good debugging and troubleshooting capabilities.

  • Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work effectively within cross-functional, collaborative team.

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Practical experience with modeling and design tools such as Enterprise Architect.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Intrinsically motivated, achievement-oriented, and deeply passionate about technology.

  • Able to understand concepts and use structured reasoning.

  • Attention to detail and analytical skills.

  • Fast learner, able to synthesize large amounts of information accurately.

  • Demonstrate robust critical thinking and adept problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

  • Work in international teams with the biggest worldwide automotive customer

  • Attractive salary package

  • Training on the job and extensive technical trainings

  • Further career development opportunities

  • A great package of additional benefits, such as:
               o Flexible working time
               o Medical subscription
               o Free parking spaces
               o Meal tickets
               o Employee discounts on our HARMAN products (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon)
               o Bookster account
               o Gym subscription, and much more...

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Pay Transparency
L 202,500 - L 297,000
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!  

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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.