Software Engineer - Android Audio Developer

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

HARMAN University training

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Be Brilliant recognition program

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

HARMAN India in Bengaluru is seeking a junior software engineer to coordinate and implement Android Automotive OS features and customer‑facing infotainment components.

You will work in an Agile, cross‑functional team, apply SDLC/STLC, and mentor junior members while delivering robust audio automotive software in Java/Kotlin and C++.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience with Android Audio Framework, AOSP, and related build systems, with hands‑on debugging across the stack.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Android Audio core components and tools.
• 3–5 years of experience in audio automotive systems.
• Understanding of SDLC and STLC.

Responsibilities

• Apply solid knowledge of software life‑cycle within an agile team.
• Exhibit leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
• Modify Android Audio Framework components and system services.
• Deliver software for integration and conduct testing.
• Mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Android Audio Core

Java/Kotlin

SAF-agile

Git/Gerrit

Android Auto

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Android Studio

SWUT

SWINT

CTS-Tradefed

VTS-Tradefed

GitLab

Gerrit

Git

Job description

Introduction

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 a junior‑level software engineer, you will coordinate and implement both Android Automotive OS platform features and customer‑facing features of our connected, embedded infotainment system. Candidate should have sound knowledge of Android System and Framework.

• Responsible from requirement analysis till realization of the functionality in Android Automotive domain.
• Develop different modules/components in the Android Automotive system.
• Own multiple components within the Android Automotive system.
• Deliver software for integration.
• Implement defined test strategies and document results.
• Conduct pre‑integration testing and verification for functional areas and their features.
• Maintain traceability, consistency of requirements, and feature maturity.
• Triage and resolve defects.
• Collaborate with other domains to resolve feature and defect dependencies.
• Mentor less experienced team members to ensure timely task completion.

What You Will Do

• Apply solid knowledge of software life‑cycle methodologies and collaborate within an agile, cross‑functional team.
• Exhibit strong leadership, planning, and organization skills.
• Possess expert knowledge of the Automotive Audio Framework, AOSP platform architecture, and related build systems.
• Have 3+ years experience modifying Android Audio framework components, system services, and the Android SDK.
• Understand the Android Automotive System and Car Framework.
• Be proficient with Java, Kotlin, and object‑oriented programming.
• Understand different Android components: Services, Broadcast Receivers, Content Providers, Treble Architecture.

What Makes You Eligible

• Hands‑on experience.
• Must understand SDLC and STLC.
• 3‑5 years of experience in audio automotive systems.

Mandatory Skills

• Android Audio Core expertise: Audio Manager/Service, Audio Effect framework, Car Audio Manager/service, Media Session.
• Knowledge of Android 10, 12, 14 audio evolution.
• Languages: Java / C++.
• Tools: Android Studio, SWUT, SWINT, CTS‑Tradefed, VTS‑Tradefed.
• Methodologies: SAF‑agile, ASPICE.
• DevOps: GitLab, Gerrit, Git.
• Audio System Debug expertise: analyze, root‑cause, and fix complex audio bugs from HMI to audio BSP.
• Experience with Audio HAL for emulator, including Audio Effect HAL.
• Knowledge of Google test suite xTS: ATS, CTS, VTS, PCTS.
• Knowledge of Android Auto, Carplay spec, evolution, and integration.
• Nice to have: QEMU, BT audio stack.

Basic Qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in developing audio automotive systems.

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 professional and personal development.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.