Principal Engineer, Embedded Software Engineering

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HARMAN FlexConnect Program

Employee discounts on Harman/Samsung

HARMAN University training

Tuition reimbursement

Be Brilliant recognition

Job summary

HARMAN Automotive seeks a Principal Engineer to design, develop, and maintain kernel-level software and complex drivers for embedded Linux platforms. You will mentor junior engineers, drive debugging efforts, and ensure timely delivery across architecture, design, and customer interfaces.

The role emphasizes deep kernel knowledge, cross-architecture work (ARM64/x86_64), and collaboration within an agile team to deliver robust infotainment and vehicle systems. Bangalore-based with travel.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in software development and architecture.
• 8+ years of Linux/Android development and debugging robust systems.
• Solid understanding of kernel internals and C programming.
• Experience with ARM64/x86_64/MIPS architectures and kernel drivers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and debugging of kernel-level software with focus on stability and security.
• Investigate complex kernel issues using advanced debugging techniques.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams for delivery and quality.
• Review code and defend technical decisions with evidence.
• Drive agile software development practices and process improvements.

Skills

Kernel development

Linux/Android

C/C++

Device drivers

Multithreading

OS concepts

ARM64/x86_64

QNX

RT Linux

IPC

Software debugging

GIT

Gerrit

HW debugging

Cross compiler

Education

Master’s/Bachelor in Electronics or Computer Engineering

Tools

GIT

Gerrit

HW debugging tools

Cross compiler tool chain

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.

What You’ll Be Part Of

As a Principal Engineer, proficient in designing, optimizing, developing, and maintaining 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.

Your Team

This position does not have any direct or indirect reports; but Principal level engineers are expected to mentor more junior engineers and help guide their careers and activities.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Spearhead the design, development, and debugging of kernel-level software components, ensuring stability, performance, and security.
• Investigate and resolve complex kernel-related issues, employing debugging tools and methodologies.
• 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 software Leadership for different kernel and system components.
• Interfaces with customers both internal and external to ascertain customer satisfaction and takes appropriate action to ensure customer satisfaction relative to group performance.
• 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.
• Supervise and review contributions from the development team.
• 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 by fellow team members.
• Present and defend technical decisions to peers and engineering management using facts.
• Analyze and resolve incompatibility and conflicts between teams through technical discussions.
• Drive team with “Act like Owner” Mindset.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Master’s/bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Computer Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in software development, Architecture.
• 8+ Years of experience on LINUX/Android 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 Understanding in Camera Ser Des /Sensor driver integration in QNX/Linux.
• Strong in fundamentals of Inter Process Communication and OS concepts.
• Strong experience in development and debugging of kernel subsystems and drivers.
• Experience in working on ARM64, x86_64 and MIPS architectures.
• Creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing complex software defects.
• Android build, porting and customization experience
• Expertise in using Performance monitoring, memory analysis, CPU benchmarking tools
• 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
• Expert in any of Realtime OS like RT Linux, QNX , VxWorks.
• Expert in I2C, SPI, UART subsystems in Linux Kernel.
• Good Understanding of Memory, Storage devices, high Speed devices like USB, PCiE, SDIO
• Ethernet, UFS eMMC etc.
• Languages:
• Required: C, C++, HAL, Device Drivers, System programming.
• Desirable: Scripting, Yocto, perl, Phyton, JAVA
• 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

Bonus Points if You Have

• Master’s degree or PG Diploma in Embedded systems or equivalent
• Patent filed, Open-source contributions or taken part in conferences and seminars.
• Experience developing automotive products or personal computing and mobile device platforms
• Experience with ASPICE compatible software development practices

Things To Know

• Be willing to travel up to 10% domestic and international travel
• Willingness to work in Bangalore.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen

What You Can Expect

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week.
• 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.

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)