[Hiring] Principal Architect @HARMAN International

Role Description

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

This position is within the Harman Automotive Division and focuses on SBU Connectivity products/platforms. The PRODUCT/PLATFORM SOFTWARE ARCHITECT will be responsible for:

• Defining the software architecture of the assigned product/platform area: telematics, infrastructure, or cyber security products.
• Technology strategy, IP management & acceleration of product development.
• Covering all aspects of product development ranging from requirement analysis, software design and definition, product development, and successful launch of the product.

The role will require technical expertise in a variety of areas including:

• 4G/5G/SatCom network connectivity
• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth
• GPS
• Edge Computing
• V2X
• Automotive Cyber Security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/electronics, communications, computer engineering or a similar discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in product development, system/embedded software and connectivity technologies.
• Deep technical expertise in Telematics and Communications with core knowledge in embedded, cloud/edge, mobile software applications.
• Basic FUSA understanding.
• Proven record on working on building system design and architecture.
• Expert understanding of software System Level building blocks including key HW interfaces and Linux OS Kernel and Application layer.
• Experience in architecting and designing end to end solutions involving embedded devices, cloud applications and mobile applications.
• Experience with technical leadership, software roadmaps, research and development, new software initiatives and customer and engineering coordination and engagement.
• Lead the conceptualization, design, implementation, and testing of demonstrators.
• Demonstrate the ability to plan, define, and execute projects with little/no supervision.
• Creative thinker and problem solver, with ability to quickly distill complex problem space down actionable items.
• Outstanding verbal, written, presentation, facilitation, and interaction skills.

Requirements

• Define and drive software architecture, influence development and support overall growth of relevant Connectivity SBU products (Ready Connect) at India.
• Drives the Telematics software solutions for next generation computational needs.
• Active participation in the vote and definition of product, supplier, and customer requirements.
• Develop end-to-end solutions and system architectures that include clear specifications of all design parameters.
• Delivers innovative solutions; establishes new business opportunities through research, delivered patents and technical architecture specs.
• Investigate/explore/study future technologies in AI and other technologies in connectivity domain.
• Recommend implementation standards and design patterns that support information security and regulatory compliance objectives.
• Lead the technical communication with internal and external team representing software design team in involved projects.
• Analysis and evaluation of the technical requirements and ensure the traceability to software system design implementation.
• Lead the technical direction and architecture for system HW and SW in various customer engagements.
• Lead hands-on development of prototypes, setups, evaluations, optimizations, troubleshooting, etc.
• Suggest solutions, collaborations, prepare SOW, define PoC, prepare and conduct tests, conduct analyses, create summaries, and present internally and to the customer.
• Constantly scout for new technologies and find cheaper and/or better solutions.
• Bridging the technical team, sales, program management and the customer in projects execution and RFx.
• Represent Harman Connectivity SBU in various technical symposiums and tradeshows.
• Help build a Patent Pool for the Connectivity SBU.
• Provide technical expertise for the request for quotation (RFQ) phase of potential new projects.
• Presentation of telematics technical solutions / concepts to our customers.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally.
• 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.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.