HARMAN International
Website:
harman.com
Job details:
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
We are looking for a high-impact
AI/ML Engineer with up to 3-5 years of experience to build next-generation
Automotive AI systems, aligned with HARMAN AES’s vision of
agentic, cross-domain automotive intelligence.
This role focuses on developing and deploying
SLMs (Small Language Models), VLA/VLM models, and AI orchestration layers across
edge and cloud environments, enabling intelligent cockpit, ADAS, and connected vehicle experiences.
What You Will Do
- AI/ML Model Development, Domain Specific Finetuning & Deployment
Develop and optimize
SLMs (Small Language Models) for:
In-vehicle conversational AI
Context-aware reasoning and intent handling
Deploy model on Edge Device (CPU, NPU, GPU)
Work with
VLM/VLA models for:
Scene understanding, multi-modal perception, and interaction
Implement
edge + cloud AI pipelines for real-time inference and hybrid execution
- Agentic AI & Orchestration Systems
Develop
AI orchestration layers:
Intent routing and tool routing
Policy engines, scheduling, and coordination
Cross-domain context management
- Multi-Modal & Cross-Domain Intelligence
Build systems integrating:
Voice (ASR, TTS, NLU)
Visual perception (VLM/VLA)
Sensor fusion signals
Enable
cross-domain intelligence across cockpit, ADAS, and connected services
Design
ML pipelines and MLOps workflows:
Model training, evaluation, deployment, monitoring
Ensure compliance with:
Safety, cybersecurity, and automotive standards
- Collaboration & Engineering Integration
Work with:
Embedded software teams
Cloud/data engineering teams
HMI and system integration teams
Contribute to
end-to-end automotive AI platforms and solutions
Bonus Points if You Have
Automotive domain exposure (ADAS, cockpit, connectivity)
Speech AI (ASR, TTS, conversational systems)
Knowledge of:
AUTOSAR / embedded systems
Vehicle data platforms
Experience with:
Simulation environments
Digital twin / validation platforms
Seamless integration of in-vehicle AI solutions
End-to-end AI engine development on edge devices leveraging NPU, CPU, and GPU capabilities
AI/ML model inference on edge devices using C++ APIs or NNAPI for optimized performance
What Makes You Eligible
Core AI/ML
Strong experience in:
Deep learning, NLP, and computer vision
LLM/SLM fine-tuning and optimization
Exposure to
VLM/VLA or multi-modal AI models
Agentic AI & Orchestration
Hands-on experience with:
AI agents / tool-using LLMs
Orchestration frameworks (LangChain, Langgraph/Autogent/Semantic Kernel, custom pipelines)
MCP Servers
Edge + Cloud AI
Experience deploying models on:
Embedded / edge platforms
Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Programming & Frameworks
Python (mandatory), C++ (preferred)
PyTorch / TensorFlow
API-based AI integration
MLOps & Data
Experience with:
Model lifecycle management
CI/CD pipelines
Data pipelines
What We Offer
Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)
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.
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!
Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.
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. 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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)
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