Engineer II, SW - Embedded C, Linux Kernel, Ethernet/PCIE

HARMAN’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.

A Career at HARMAN

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 everyday.

Introduction: 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

Software Engineer, proficient in designing, developing, and maintaining different low-level drivers, kernel-level software, showcasing mastery in open-source development practices. Skilled in developing complex drivers and adept at employing open-source development methodologies, with a strong capability for in-depth issue analysis within complex system environments.

What You Will Do

• Own the design, development, and debugging of kernel-level software components, ensuring stability, performance, and security.
• Investigate and resolve kernel-related issues, employing debugging tools and methodologies.
• Develop kernel drivers for multiple products in Harman.
• Ensures on-time support for Architecture, design, development and delivery activities and interfacing with Delivery and customers, other engineering organizations.
• Participates in proposal to customer requests, RFQ and other opportunities that may arise.
• Provides end to end development responsibility of the Kernel drivers assigned.
• Maintains engineering standards by establishing and maintaining policies on software design standards.
• Identifies and implements methods and practices that improve effectiveness of teamwork, and maturity of software development.
• Performs technical research, monitors current trends and changes in technology.
• Demonstrates industry knowledge to assist in new product development.
• Uses Agile Scrum Methodology for software development.
• Ensure proper review of code developed.
• Drive team with Act like Owner Mindset.

What You Need to be Successful

• Master’s/bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in software development
• 3+ Years of experience on LINUX/Android driver development and debugging robust systems.
• Good understanding in Kernel Internals, C programing.
• Understanding of Android/Linux Boot Sequence and various Framework module architecture.
• Hands on troubleshooting issues on run-time environment.
• Strong communication and inter-personal skills.
• Proficient in multi-threaded programming and middleware solution development on Linux & Android environment.
• Strong in fundamentals of Inter Process Communication and OS concepts.
• Creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing complex software defects.
• Strong Knowledge on Embedded Linux Kernel Internals & Device Drivers and rich experience in Kernel Driver Development.
• Good Understanding on ARM 32/64 Architectures and Kernel Debugging
• Good Understanding of Realtime OS
• Good Understanding of Display, Camera, Input device subsystems in Linux Kernel.
• Good Understanding of I2C, SPI, UART subsystems in Linux Kernel.
• Good Understanding of Memory, Storage devices, high Speed devices like USB, PCiE, SDIO.

• Languages:
  • Required:  C, C++, HAL, Device Drivers, System programming.
  • Desirable: Scripting, Yocto and Perl.
• OS:
  • Required: Linux/QNX/Android/RT Linux.
• Tools:
  • GIT, Gerrit, HW debugging using Analyzers and HW debuggers.
• Experience with cross compiler tool chain and build IDEs.

What Makes You Eligible

• Experience with multi-core System-on-Chip processors with hypervisor.
• Experience developing automotive products or personal computing and mobile device platforms.
• Experience with ASPICE compatible software development practices.
• Work experience in QNX, VxWorks.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• 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.
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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.