Software Architect

About the Position

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:

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.

In this role, you will collaborate with other professionals to determine both functional and non-functional requirements for new software or applications. Using tools and methodologies to create representations for functions and the user interface of the desired product, developing high-level product specifications with attention to system integration and feasibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop/Contribute in defining software design strategy for the area of responsibility (e.g. Project, Domain, BU ENG, Application)
• Identify architectural constraints for the architectural level (project, domain, application) based on technical and organizational requirements and decompose them to architectural levels below
• Develop software architecture for the assigned architectural level, fulfilling the architectural requirements
• Define, develop, and verify that all interfaces to related SW architectural elements are complete
• Describe, evaluate, and verify dynamic behavior and interaction between the related SW architectural elements
• Analyze customer requirements and map them to existing architecture or extend the architecture, starting from the RFQ/RFI phase
• Analyze and address architecturally relevant non-functional requirements
• Ensure traceability and consistency with the system architecture and the software requirements
• Recommend implementation standards and design patterns that support information security and regulatory compliance objectives
• Document key technical requirements for our Telematic Software
• Customer contact for identifying and understanding architectural requirements
• Make risk treatment decisions

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer engineering, or a similar discipline
• Knowledge of embedded software, systems, and beyond
• Proven technical leadership
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• Expert knowledge and experience in Software Architecture
• Experience with design methods (e.g. UML or SysML)
• Modelling tools and languages
• Knowledge of process models (e.g. Automotive SPICE®, especially SWE.2)
• Analysis of requirements
• Ability to document comprehensively and concisely
• Decision-making and problem-solving ability
• Many years of experience in product development, embedded software, and connectivity technologies
• Hands-on in C++ and is willing to get their hands dirty
• Good understanding of Linux OS kernel and user space
• Experience in (embedded) Linux
• The high-level grasp of the technology and ability to understand customer wishes, make decisions, communicate these decisions, and control the technical direction of the project

Nice to Have

• Experience with infotainment systems
• Knowledge of Automotive Functional Safety (ISO 26262)
• Competent in Automotive Cybersecurity Engineering (ISO 21434)
• Competent in TARA methodologies
• Knowledge of cryptography applications in the automotive ecosystem
• Knowledge of secure coding standards
• Experience in AUTOSAR, especially with AP, is a plus
• Knowledge of process models (e.g. Automotive SPICE®, especially SWE.2)

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

About the Company

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!