Summary
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A Software Architect is sought to own end-to-end software architecture for customer-specific connected and telematics products. The role coordinates requirements and system architecture, translates architecture into software components, oversees implementation quality, serves as a key technical customer interface, ensures process compliance, and identifies reusable core software assets.
Highlights
Technical architecture role with end-to-end ownership of software architecture for connected products. The position provides broad influence across requirements, system architecture, component design, implementation quality, customer interaction, process compliance, and reusable software assets.
Description
About The Role
As a Software Architect in the Connectivity SBU, you will be responsible for the end-to-end software architecture of a customer-specific telematic unit or related product/component.
You will be responsible for coordinating with requirements engineering and the system architects to define the overall software architecture, collaborating with different domains & functional owners to translate the architecture into individual components, and overseeing the implementation to enable a high-quality software delivery to our customers.
You will also act as the primary technical interface to the customer.
You will play a key role in ensuring process adherence (ASPICE or equivalent) and coordinate with product engineering to identify reusable core assets to improve efficiency.
Your Team
This is an individual contributor role (Technical Ladder).
What You Will Do
Develop/Contribute in defining software design strategy for the area of responsibility (e.g.
Project, Domain, BU ENG, Application)Identify architectural constraints for the architectural level (project, domain, application) based on technical and organizational requirements and decompose them to architectural levels belowDevelop software architecture for the assigned architectural level, fulfilling the architectural requirementsDefine, develop, and verify that all interfaces to related SW architectural elements are completeDescribe, evaluate, and verify dynamic behavior and interaction between the related SW architectural elementsAnalyze customer requirements and map them to existing architecture or extend the architecture, starting from the RFQ/RFI phaseAnalyze and address architecturally relevant non-functional requirementsEnsure traceability and consistency with the system architecture and the software requirementsRecommend implementation standards and design patterns that support information security and regulatory compliance objectivesDocument key technical requirements for our Telematic SoftwareCustomer contact for identifying and understanding architectural requirementsContribute to the Cybersecurity project effortsSupport the Cybersecurity Manager in developing different technical work productsRepresent the project for Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA)Make risk treatment decisionsDerive security requirements from TARA, and maintain the requirements specification for the cybersecurity conceptSupport RFI/RFQ response on cybersecurity activities
What You Need
Master's or Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer engineering or a similar disciplineKnowledge of embedded software, systems, and beyond.
Proven technical leadershipAbility to clearly communicate in English, both verbally and in writingExpert knowledge and experience in Software Architecture.
Experience with design methods (e.g.
UML or SysML)Modelling tools and languagesKnowledge of process models (e.g.
Automotive SPICE®, especially SWE.2)Analysis of requirementsAbility to document comprehensively and conciselyDecision-making and problem-solving abilityMany years of experience in product development, embedded software and connectivity technologiesHands-on in C++ and is willing to get their hands dirtyGood understanding of Linux OS kernel and user space.
Experience in (embedded) LinuxThe high-level grasp of the technology and ability to understand customer wishes, make decisions, communicate these decisions, and control the technical direction of the project
What Is Nice To Have
Experience with infotainment systemsKnowledge of Automotive Functional Safety (ISO 26262).
Competent in Automotive Cybersecurity Engineering (ISO 21434)Competent in TARA methodologiesKnowledge of cryptography applications in the automotive ecosystemKnowledge of secure coding standards.
Experience in AUTOSAR, especially with AP, is a plusKnowledge of process models (e.g.
Automotive SPICE, especially SWE.1 & SWE.2)
What Makes You Eligible
Willingness to travel (20% of the time) and to work from the office, depending on the project necessitiesBe willing to work in an office, with hybrid model of remote and onsite office in one of our major software development sitesSuccessfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
What We Offer
HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensationYou will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung productsFlexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balanceAttractive salary package based on the Metall & Elektro Tarif Baden Wurttemberg and an Employer contribution towards a company pension planProfessional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainingsInternal talent management leadership acceleration programs“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
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.
About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound.
Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences.
Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands.
Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!
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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.
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