Engineer, Software Engineering - Signal Processing

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.

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

As a DSP Software Engineer in this team, you will contribute to create new audio features which define the new generation of audio technologies for Harman Automotive Division. You will be at the core of the innovation chain converting signal processing concepts and audio algorithms into programmable building blocks which are used across all the customer projects.

A successful individual in this role possesses remarkable programming skills for embedded devices and an immense capacity to find and absorb new learnings and adapt to fast changes.

What You Will Do

• Design & implement audio feature technologies in C/C++
• Optimize signal processing and audio algorithms for DSP and other processors
• Evaluate DSP algorithm performance to overcome bottlenecks and resource constraints
• Setup and debug different audio software/hardware platforms
• Simulate, unit test and verify Audio Objects by audio analysis and signal processing
• Create comprehensive documentation for Audio Objects implementation
• Quickly pivot across different innovation initiatives including different programming languages (C/C++, Python, Matlab, C#)
• Follow hybrid development models including Agile
• Cross collaborate with different departments (Tools, Algorithms, Platform, Validation AI, etc.)
• Maintain effective relationships in a multicultural and multi-region environment

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Computer Engineering/Sound Engineering or equivalent
• Remarkable programming skills in C/C++ and well-versed in object-oriented programming
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in programming embedded systems (DSP & other cores)
• Strong signal processing knowledge
• Excellent debugging and creative problem-solving skills
• Experience in algorithms design
• Experience in digital audio processing
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to different programming languages
• Passion for learning, innovation and result-driven mindset
• Hands-on experience with task tracking and version control tools (Git, Jira, etc.)
• Experience working with formal software development processes and Agile framework
• Proficient in verbal and written communication skills

Bonus Points if You Have

• MS degree in Sound Engineering / Signal Processing / Embedded systems
• Deep experience on DSP processors like SHARC, TI for Audio processing
• Experience on embedded multiprocessor systems (SoCs)
• Experience configuring embedded tool chains and building systems
• Experience with RTOS
• Proven experience in other programming languages (Matlab, Python and C#)
• Experience working with audio systems and software (DAW, audio interfaces, speakers, etc.)
• Knowledge in AI/ML

What Makes You Eligible

• Advanced English communication skills, will be part of a Global team
• Willing to work in an office at Queretaro as part of hybrid flex work
• Due to the nature of global working team, you understand that flexibility in working hours is required

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
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

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.