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General information

Location:
Bucharest - Bucharest, Romania
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3
Job ID:
R-52455-2026

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

As a Maintenance Software Engineer C++ in the Telematics team you will have the opportunity to work on innovative software for automotive industry. Telematics 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 are responsible for the Platform SW and External SW Components and are the main specialist for these topics in our maintenance projects.
 
What You Will Do

  • Analyze customer requirements allocated to software and map them to new or existing software architectures.
  • Evaluate and document the software architecture and present it to internal management, sales representatives, and at customer meetings.
  • Manage the implementation of the software architecture with local and remote development teams.
  • Ensure alignment with the strategic goal of platformization of software components
  • Perform technical analysis and assessment of customer requirements (RFC, RFI, RFQ).
  • Resolve inconsistencies in unclear technical requirements through direct communication with the customer.
  • Consider Harman processes, Automotive SPICE, and functional safety requirements.
  • Review HDD and DDD and verify them against product features, ensuring requirements traceability.
  • Act as the main contact person internally and towards the customer for evaluation of new concepts.
  • Provide impact analysis for design changes and accurate estimates for time and cost of customer-specific requirements.
  • Develop and test software components (white-box testing) based on design documentation.
  • Analyze malfunctions regarding response time, stability, robustness of components, and overall system behavior.
  • Identify and predict root causes of reported system issues.
  • Act as a technical expert and consultant for the assigned area, advising customers on best practices.
  • Mentor and coach less experienced engineers.
  • Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards and in-car software development processes.
  • Monitor development status and software quality through design and code reviews.
  • Perform bug fixing and maintenance tasks for delivered software components.
     

What You Need to Be Successful

  • At least 4+ years of experience as a software developer
  • Automotive experience 
  • Bachelor degree in Computer Science or other relevant (IT connected) specializations
  • Good knowledge of C++
  • Linux expertise
  • Experience in developing embedded applications
  • Good knowledge about cryptographic algorithms
  • Good knowledge about memory-protection techniques
  • Experience with OpenSSL, TLS
  • Experience with SomeIP, CAPI, DBus, TCP, UDP protocols
  • Software Update
  • System Functions (Diagnostics, DTCs)
  • AUTOSAR expertise (software components, RTE, BSW)
  • Knowledge in inter-process communication, threading, socket communication
  • Working knowledge of software development processes
  • Debug/Remote debug usinf software or hardware debuggers
  • Working knowledge of embedded operating systems
  • Design processes or components (HDD,CDD)
  • Define and create unit tests
  • Good English skills in spoken and written English
     

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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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)