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General information

Location:
Hod-Hasharon - Israel
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3
Job ID:
R-51413-2026

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 
     

Software Engineer – Android Infrastructure & Embedded Systems

What You Will Do

  • Take an active role in the design, implementation, and planning of core features.
  • Write high-quality, maintainable, and well-tested code in C/C++ and/or Android platform code.
  • Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to technical decision-making.
  • Perform thorough code reviews, ensuring clean, efficient, and secure code.
  • Collaborate closely with product, QA, DevOps, and other engineering groups.
  • Maintain and improve internal documentation and technical knowledge bases.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues across Android platform layers, Linux subsystems, and embedded environments.
  • Work with the team using Scrum/Agile methodologies (sprint planning, grooming, retrospectives).
  • Take ownership of assigned areas, drive tasks to completion, and communicate progress regularly.
  • Explore, evaluate, and introduce new technologies and tools that improve productivity and product quality.
     

What You Need to Be Successful

  • 5+ years of experience in C/C++ development on Linux or embedded systems.
  • Strong understanding of system-level software, memory management, multithreading, and IPC.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux tools, shell scripting, debugging, and profiling.
  • Experience working under pressure, handling complex tasks, and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, responsible, motivated, and team-oriented.
     

Android Infrastructure

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Experience with Android AOSP, platform internals, system services, HAL/BSP layers.
  • Knowledge of Android: VAB / VABC, update_engine, payload generation, dynamic partitions dm-verity, AVB, signing flows.
  • Familiarity with Android boot process, recovery, fastboot, verified boot, and device trees.
  • Experience with compression standards relevant to OTA: LZ4, Zstd, Brotli, etc.
  • Understanding of Android build system (Soong/Bazel), repo workflows, and vendor customization.
     

Additional Advantages

  • Experience with Embedded Linux.
  • Experience with OTA standards in automotive or mobile domains.
  • Familiarity with FOSS components (OpenSSL/BoringSSL, zlib/minizip).
  • B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent.

What We Offer 

  • Flexible work environment.
  • Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
  • Competitive wellness benefits.
  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development. 
     

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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.  
 
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.

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)