Principal Engineer, NT&I

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.

About the Role

The candidate will serve as the creative technologist within an innovation team. Equipped with extensive knowledge and experience in music technology, including sound analysis, synthesis, spatial design, content development, the candidate is expected to conduct research, drive innovation, and build prototypes — both independently and in collaboration with teammates from diverse backgrounds. Although projects often relate to Harman Consumer Products such as Soundbars, Portable Speakers, and Headphones, there are no limits to where innovation can lead.

What You Will Do

• Function as the music technology expert in the innovation team, provide insight into future possibilities using AI and new technology on sound analysis, synthesis, music generation, UX design, and lead innovations with your unique strength and background
• Innovate and design new sound experience and systems, build prototypes and simulations with colleagues as the research advances
• Research into cutting edge music information retrieval, music generation and content development technologies, and extending experience into visual, touch, and senses beyond sound
• Engage in essential support activities that are foundational to our innovation process, including patent drafting, documentation, communications with engineering team when an innovation is under product development journey

What You Need to Be Successful

• A deep passion for audio, music, and entertainment technology
• MS or above degrees in EE/CS/Music, PhD preferred
• 3+ years of experience in audio and music industry supporting large-scale consumer products
• Deep understanding of music theories and great aesthetics sensibilities when experiential quality extends beyond technical specifications
• A great passion of learning in the field and actively using latest / greatest technology and AI tools for music analysis and generation, authoring
• Proficiency and deep understanding of design, production and prototyping tools such as processing, Max, Jitter, Reaper, Ableton Live, Arena, Resolume, etc
   

Bonus Points if You Have

• A strong background in classical signal processing techniques with audio and acoustics focus
• A strong background in AI, esp. generative AI regarding music and media
• Extensive coding experience in Matlab, C, C++, Node.js, and Java
• Prior startup experience or internal innovation experience in corporations
• Musicianship

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to domestic or international travel for business needs
• Willingness to work in an office
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• “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.

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 an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)

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.