Harman

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

This Senior Engineer, DSP will be responsible for the research and development of state-of-the-art ANC algorithms for vehicles. You will work on understanding the current ANC algorithms and creating new innovative concepts. You will be responsible for developing new DSP software and validating new concepts. In addition, you will work with the productization team to support the development of embedded software.

What You Will Do

• Develop, modify, and integrate active noise cancellation (ANC) DSP algorithms in the automotive environment based on the latest publications in active noise control research
• Utilize rapid prototyping systems to create quick turn demonstrations and evaluate innovative concepts
• Oversee the implementation, testing, and evaluation of algorithms within an acoustic environment
• Collaborate across the team to act as a mentor and influencer
• Draft innovation disclosure reports and assist Patent Attorneys with patent applications

What You Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and 8 years overall experience
• OR Master’s Degree in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience
• OR PhD in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience with advanced algorithm research
• Knowledge of high-level programming languages such as MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience using problem-solving methodologies to perform root cause analysis of complex systems
• Knowledge of audio algorithms (noise cancellation, synthesis techniques, effects), audio systems, and acoustic principles

What is Nice to Have

• Experience with VST plugins and hosts
• Experience developing embedded systems for consumer, automotive, or military products
• Experience with modern software development processes (AGILE) and tools like JIRA, GIT, DOORS
• Experience in the automotive industry, especially regarding communication protocols (e.g., CAN, A2B)
• Experience with AI/ML tools and techniques

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to work in an office in Novi, MI (hybrid)
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment·
• This position requires the use of a HARMAN or customer-owned vehicle. As such, any offer of employment will be contingent upon having a clean driving record, which will be evaluated and determined in HARMAN’s sole discretion, no more than four (4) active points for moving violations (issued by any motor vehicle agency), and no references to operating a vehicle under the influence of controlled substances within the last 10 years

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

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.

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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.