System Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Architect to join our team and lead the development of the next generation of Android-based infotainment systems for the automotive industry. You will play a critical role in designing, integrating, and optimizing complex audio, video, and embedded systems, ensuring a seamless and high-performance user experience for drivers and passengers.

What You Will Do

• Lead the system architecture for automotive Android infotainment systems, with expertise in audio, video, and automotive embedded systems.
• Design and define the technical architecture for all three domains, including signal processing, routing, playback solutions, hardware interfaces, and software frameworks.
• Collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, acoustics, electrical) to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of the entire system.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for the designed systems.
• Stay up to date on the latest trends and technologies in automotive audio, video, embedded systems, and Android Automotive OS (AAOS).
• Identify and implement innovative features and functionalities to enhance user experience for audio and video playback, navigation, and other functionalities.
• Participate in system testing and troubleshooting to identify and resolve audio, video, and embedded system related issues.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure the integration of third-party audio, video, and embedded system components.

What You Need

• Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in system architecture, with a strong focus on automotive embedded systems.
• In-depth knowledge of Android Automotive OS (AAOS) and its capabilities for audio, video, and embedded system integration.
• Proven experience in designing and integrating complex audio and video systems for real-time applications.
• Solid understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) concepts and their application in automotive audio systems.
• Expertise in automotive networking protocols (CAN bus, MOST, A2B, etc.), embedded communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, etc) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Passion for automotive technology and a desire to create innovative user experiences.

What is Nice to Have

Experience with functional safety concepts (ISO 26262) is a plus.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work in an office located in Bangalore, India.
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• 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
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development