Principal Engineer - Connectivity

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Harman/Samsung products

HARMAN University training

Tuition reimbursement

Be Brilliant recognition program

Job summary

HARMAN India seeks a Principal Architect to drive end-to-end architectures for connected vehicle and telematics platforms, spanning vehicle, cloud, mobile, and backend ecosystems.

You will guide multiple global delivery teams, shape technical direction, and mentor architects while engaging OEM customers and leading governance across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, electronics, telecommunications, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded and automotive software development.
• 8+ years in system/software architecture roles.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end architectures for connected vehicle and telematics platforms.
• Architect solutions across TCUs, CCUs, vehicle-to-cloud, OTA, and mobile ecosystems.
• Establish architecture principles, standards, and reusable frameworks.
• Lead architecture reviews and governance across programs.

Skills

Embedded software

Software architecture

Linux

Autosar

Cloud connectivity

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Electronics/Telecom

Tools

Autosar tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

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

• We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Architect to drive the architecture, technical strategy, and innovation roadmap for next-generation automotive connectivity solutions. The role requires a strong blend of system-level thinking, software architecture expertise, customer-facing leadership, and deep domain knowledge in connected vehicle platforms.

As a senior technical leader, you will define end-to-end architectures spanning vehicle, cloud, mobile, and backend ecosystems while guiding multiple development teams across global delivery centers. The role is expected to shape technical direction, support business growth, mentor architects, and serve as a trusted advisor to OEM customers.

What You Will Do

• Define end-to-end system architecture for connected vehicle and telematics platforms.
• Architect solutions across:
  • Telematics Control Units (TCU)
  • Connectivity Control Units (CCU)
  • Vehicle-to-Cloud Communication
  • OTA Update Systems
  • Remote Vehicle Services
  • eCall/bCall Systems
  • Mobile Application Ecosystems
• Establish architecture principles, standards, design patterns, and reusable frameworks.
• Lead architecture reviews and technical governance across multiple programs.

What Makes You Eligible

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related engineering field.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded and automotive software development.
• 8+ years of experience in system/software architecture roles.
• Proven experience architecting large-scale automotive connectivity platforms.
• Strong expertise in Linux and Autosar based automotive software platforms.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-connected vehicle ecosystems.
• Excellent stakeholder management and customer-facing communication skills.

What We Offer

• 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

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!

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.