Software Engineer, Audio

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.

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 an Automotive Audio Software Engineer, you will develop and deliver production audio software for next-generation Cockpit and Central Compute platforms. You will work with global engineering teams, SoC suppliers, customers, and audio partners to deliver branded audio and noise-management solutions.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Develop, integrate, and maintain automotive audio software using C/C++.
• Deliver branded audio and noise-management features, including RNC, EOC, ESS, and related technologies.
• Integrate and debug audio solutions on Qualcomm and equivalent automotive SoC platforms.
• Port and optimize audio algorithms and tune system performance, latency, stability, and resource utilization.
• Design and validate audio signal flows and support vehicle-level audio tuning and issue analysis.
• Develop and integrate audio frameworks across Android, QNX, and embedded DSP environments.
• Support system integration, vehicle validation, customer issue investigation, production launches, and field issue resolution.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams, customers, SoC suppliers, and audio technology partners.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Acoustics, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of embedded software development experience, including automotive audio, DSP, or audio framework development.
• Strong C/C++ programming and debugging skills.
• Hands-on experience with embedded audio systems, audio drivers, and digital audio interfaces such as I2S and TDM.
• Experience developing or integrating audio software on Android and/or QNX platforms.
• Knowledge of DSP architectures, audio processing pipelines, real-time constraints, and system performance optimization.
• Experience with Qualcomm audio architecture, AudioReach, Hexagon DSP, or an equivalent automotive audio platform.
• Strong system-level debugging and problem-solving capability.
• Experience with audio measurement and debugging equipment such as oscilloscopes and Audio Precision analyzers.
• Experience working on production automotive programs and cross-functional development teams.
• Fluent English communication skills.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience with premium branded audio systems or active noise-management features such as ANC, RNC, EOC, or ESS.
• Experience with Audio Weaver (AWE), audio algorithm development, FFT, digital filter design, or acoustic tuning.
• Knowledge of amplifier, codec, microphone, and speaker integration in automotive systems.
• Experience with Qualcomm AudioReach, Hexagon DSP, or comparable DSP toolchains and debugging environments.
• Knowledge of Automotive SPICE, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), or Cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434).
• Experience supporting premium OEM or Tier 1 automotive programs.

Things To Know

• Strong analytical and system-level debugging capability.
• Self-driven, with a strong sense of ownership and a practical problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a global and cross-functional engineering environment.
• Willingness to support customer activities, vehicle testing, and occasional international travel.
• Passion for building high-quality automotive audio experiences.

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite four days a week (if applicable).
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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.