Senior SW C++ Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Developer in Connectivity team, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative software for automotive industry. Telematics exposes the internal car ecosystem to the Internet: the car becomes an element of the Internet of Things (IoT), offering a new level of access to car’s functionalities and a platform to build additional features in areas such as safety, security, comfort. You will work with concepts like Telematics, 5G and V2X (vehicle-to-everything). You will be our next colleague responsible for developing the software components.

What You Will Do

• Review Software specifications, Architecture and Design documents for the system
• Study and understand customer and internal specifications
• Develop component design document based on specifications and given SW architecture
• Develop software components (C++/Linux)
• Resolve inconsistencies in case of unclear technical requirements in the specification by direct communication with the responsible internal/external stakeholder
• Perform functional testing of developed source code, participate in code review sessions
• Act according to the SW development standards of the automotive industry, in-car applications and software development processes
• Provide root cause analysis for issues, fix these issues and verify effectiveness of given fixes for the software components delivered
• Debug knowledge using gdb
• Find optimal solutions for specific requirements and propose solutions
• Breakdown complex tasks
• Understand and improve required KPIs
• Analyze existing embedded software to add features, make modifications, fix bugs, and/or port to different platforms
• Specify and implement unit tests for developed SW units
• Test software designs and code at the unit and system level to ensure that all requirements are met, and the highest software quality is achieved
• Participate in internal and customer-driven design reviews throughout the program.
• Coordinates software development activities with software team leader.
• Identifies product requirement or performance issues. Works with software team leader to implement a resolution
• Communicate with peers inside the Harman group to coordinate software development. This includes occasional travel for training or coordination with other groups
• Works with the customer to further define requirements and to resolve issues in case of need.
• Develop and offer visibility on risk assessment for critical fixes

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other relevant (IT connected) specializations
• At least 5+ years of experience as a software developer with C/C++ knowledge
• Linux expertise
• Experience in developing embedded applications
• Knowledge in inter-process communication, threading, socket communication
• Good English communication skills both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of software development processes
• Working knowledge of embedded operating systems.

• Understanding of network technologies (TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, VLANs, etc.)
• Automotive experience
• Unified Modeling Language Knowledge
• Knowledge in agile software development methods (SCRUM, SAFe Agile)

• Willingness to travel (0-20% of time) depending on the project necessities

• Work in international teams with the world’s largest automotive manufacturers
• Use HARMAN Flex – chose the right working model fitting their job (WfH, Hybrid or Office)
• Access career development opportunities and get both on the job training on high-end automotive projects, as well as extensive technical trainings
• Access HARMAN Webshop with large employee discounts for audio products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG)
• Are encouraged to a healthy work/life balance with a progressive holiday plan based on total work experience, 2 sick days, 3 days off compensation for weekend legal holidays and flextime
• And of course, enjoy meal tickets, a premium medical subscription, fitness discounts and other corporate perks