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General information

Location:
JP_Nagoya_77, 1- Chome Takayashiro
Additional Location:
JP_Tokyo_3-5-7_ Ariake_Koto-ku
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3
Job ID:
R-52513-2026

Description & Requirements

About the Role

We are looking for a Software Engineer in the Connectivity team and you will have the opportunity to develop innovative software for the automotive industry. Telematics products exposes the internal car ecosystem to the Internet: the car becomes an element of the Internet of Things (IoT), offering a new level of access to car’s functionalities and a platform to build additional features in areas such as safety, security, comfort. You will work with concepts like Telematics, 5G and V2X (vehicle-to-everything).

You will interact with JOEM customers and representing SW development team for successful program execution.


What You Will Do

  • As a member of “Alliance Excellence Team”, be a knowledge center of commonly used core software to utilize the experience between OEMs/Projects.
  • Collaborate with global team to analyze-, debug- software implementation with customer or Tier-2 and confirm fix by patching SW / fix bug on spot
  • Summarize-, Explain- the found issues to global team and customer with fix proposal.
  • Support to create software requirements proposal.
  • Track progress of all relevant activities regularly such as workshop, joint test.
  • Adjust/synchronize planning with overall project schedule/milestones and communicate deviations.
  • Support to prepare development environment in Japan including customer engineering site.
  • Understand the internal and external requirements to capture clearly and concisely what is required of the product.

What You Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other relevant (IT connected) specializations.
  • At least 3+ years of experience as a software developer with C/C++ knowledge
  • At least 3+ years of experience working with global team.
  • Experience in developing embedded applications.
  • Knowledge in inter-process communication, threading, socket communication.
  • Fluent in Japanese and Business level English.
  • Working knowledge of embedded operating systems.
  • Debug knowledge using gdb.

What is Nice to Have

  • Understanding of TCP/IP protocol internals.
  • Automotive experience.
  • Unified Modeling Language Knowledge.
  • Problem Solving Method.
  • Knowledge of process models (e.g. Automotive SPICE®, SCRUM, SAFe Agile).
  • Knowledge of secure coding standards.
  • Knowledge of Automotive Functional Safety (ISO 26262).

What Makes You Eligible

  • Be willing to travel up to 50%, domestic only OR domestic and international travel.
  • Successfully complete a background investigation/Aptitude Test as a condition of employment.

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What We Offer

  • We offer an authentic diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development in a truly global organization.
  • You will work on products and services that touch people’s lives and will change the industrial standards, being a part of the transformations in our industry.
  • Our work environments are fast paced, challenging, empowering, collaborative, flexible and exciting.
  • We offer our own HARMAN University with regular updates on the new technologies and trends by utilizing various sessions organized by Self Learning and Development Trainings to help grow and advance talent.
  • We offer competitive compensation/benefit programs and recognition programs.

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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!  

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