Principal Machine Learning Engineer

Harman International; Łódź; Hybrid; PLN 240,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Employee discounts on Harman/Samsung

HARMAN University training

Job summary

Harman International in Łódź is seeking a Principal Machine Learning Engineer to lead end-to-end ML feature development for in-cabin camera features and driver monitoring. You will own the ML architecture, drive feature scope, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, product ownership, and advancing edge ML techniques within an automotive context.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electronics, CS, EE, or related field.
• 8+ years of ML and software engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of image/video processing and deep learning.
• Edge deployment and model optimization experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end ML feature development from research to production.
• Own and drive scope, vision, and execution of camera-based features.
• Architect ML systems and align architecture across sub-features.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product managers.

Skills

Python

C++

PyTorch

Image/video processing

Computer vision

Education

Master's degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

OpenCV

NumPy

SciPy

Job description

## Principal Machine Learning EngineerApply: PL\\_Lodz\\_Ogrodowa: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: R-55063-2026## 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:**This position is part of AES within HARMAN Automotive’s Ready Care project, focused on delivering production‐ready in‐cabin camera features (such as driver monitoring, child presence detection, and occupant classification) that enhance safety and well‐being for drivers and passengers. We are seeking a hands-on and versatile engineer to develop advanced image processing and AI-based features. We expect natural technological curiosity, strong initiative, and a commitment to taking full end-to-end product ownership—from initial concept to deployment. Experience as a Product or Feature Owner is highly desirable, allowing you to seamlessly bridge the product vision with technical execution. You will work closely with domain experts, data scientists, embedded developers, and product managers to build complex machine learning (ML) systems that solve real-world problems in production.**What You Will Do:*** Lead end-to-end product feature development: Take ownership of ML-based systems and algorithms from early research to production delivery, ensuring alignment with overall product goals.* Act as a Feature Owner: Drive the scope, vision, and execution of specific camera-based features, serving as the primary point of contact for technical and product decisions in your area.* Drive innovation and IP creation: Lead the development and maturation of new machine/deep learning technologies and regularly drive the creation of intellectual property.* Architect complex ML systems: Own and align the ML architecture for multiple sub-features and common functions across the organization.* Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with subject matter experts, software developers, and product managers to evaluate new model architectures, training approaches, and compute resource requirements.* Ensure product success & accountability: Take direct accountability for meeting target performance KPIs based on customer, safety, and product requirements.* Shape the technology vision: Own the ML technology roadmap and continuously refine the ML development process for your area.* Foster external collaborations: Drive technical partnerships with cross-functional teams, external partners, and hardware/software vendors.**What You Need to Be Successful:*** Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field (Electronics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline).* Experience: 8+ years of relevant industry experience in machine learning and software engineering.* Ownership mindset: Proven track record of taking full accountability for deliverables, exhibiting high curiosity about *what* and *why* features are built, and proactively driving solutions to real-world production challenges.* Domain expertise: Strong conceptual understanding of image/video processing, computer vision, and deep learning techniques.* Edge deployment: Demonstrated knowledge of ML/DL algorithms optimized for edge execution (efficient architectures, model quantization, pruning, etc.).* Coding proficiency: Strong programming skills in Python and C++.* ML stack: Solid hands-on familiarity with PyTorch and standard data science libraries.**Bonus Points if You Have:*** Product ownership experience: Formal experience or background as a Product Owner, Feature Owner, or System Architect within Automotive or IoT domains.* Advanced degree: Master’s by Research or PhD in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, or related fields.* Publications & patents: Track record of authoring peer-reviewed publications or patents.* Automotive AI context: Experience in automotive AI projects, including managing data collection requirements, edge validation, and safety-critical standards.* Hardware awareness: Understanding of computer architecture, embedded systems, and hardware accelerators (GPUs, NPUs, SoCs).* Target platform deployment: Hands-on experience deploying and optimizing deep neural networks on edge platforms from Qualcomm, NVIDIA, Samsung, or similar vendors.**What Makes You Eligible:*** Willingness to work in a hybrid model, **3 days per week** from our Łódź office.**What 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.#LI-hybrid