Senior QNX Embedded Software Engineer

Advanced Engineer - QNX

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.

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’re seeking an experienced QNX Software Engineer with 5 to 8 years of experience to join our team, focusing on safety-critical real-time control software development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in QNX RTOS, embedded C/C++ programming, and experience with functional safety standards (ISO 26262) and virtualization environments.

What You Will Do

Real-Time Application Development: Design and implement real-time applications on QNX for safety-critical automotive functions. Control Algorithm Optimization: Develop and optimize control algorithms for Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and future ADAS features. Performance Assurance: Ensure deterministic execution and low-latency performance in a virtualized environment. Safety Integration: Collaborate with Safety Island (SAIL) team for watchdog and fail-safe mechanisms. System Integration: Integrate QNX components with middleware and hypervisor for inter-VM communication. Testing & Validation: Perform unit testing, integration testing, and safety validation per ISO 26262. Documentation: Prepare software architecture and safety compliance artifacts.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Technical Skills:
• - Strong experience in QNX RTOS development (POSIX APIs, resource management).
• - Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• - Knowledge of real-time scheduling, IPC mechanisms, and memory partitioning.
• Safety Expertise:
• - Familiarity with ISO 26262 and ASIL-D requirements.
• System Knowledge:
• - Experience with hypervisor-based virtualization and mixed-criticality systems.
• - Understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, SOME/IP, DDS).

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience in Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) or other ADAS features.
• Exposure to AUTOSAR Adaptive or similar frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with QNX debugging tools (Momentics IDE, Tracealyzer).
• Knowledge of hardware-software integration on automotive SoCs.

What Makes You Eligible

• Relevant Experience: 5 to 8 years of experience in embedded systems and real-time software development.
• Technical Expertise: Strong skills in QNX RTOS, C/C++, and safety-critical systems.
• Safety Compliance: Understanding of ISO 26262 and ASIL-D requirements.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related field.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Opportunities for professional growth and development

- Collaborative and dynamic work environment

- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools

- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance through BeBrilliant

- Chance to work with a renowned German OEM

- You are expected to work all 5 days in a week in office

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.

Experience Level

Senior Level