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About the Role

Seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to drive requirements engineering, system architecture, integration, and validation activities for Intelligent Cockpit platforms. The ideal candidate will work across hardware, software, middleware, and vehicle domains to translate customer requirements into scalable automotive solutions while ensuring functional, performance, and quality targets are met.

Responsibilities

Analyze OEM customer requirements and derive system-level requirements and specifications.
Define end-to-end Intelligent Cockpit system architecture including: Digital Cluster Center Information Display (CID) Passenger Displays Head-Up Display (HUD) Connectivity & Telematics Audio & Voice Systems Camera & ADAS visualization interfaces.
Create and maintain system architecture diagrams, interface definitions, and technical specifications.
Perform requirement decomposition and allocation to software, hardware, middleware, and platform components.
Collaborate with software and platform teams during: Android/Linux bring-up Hypervisor integration Display and graphics integration Connectivity enablement Audio integration Vehicle network integration (CAN, Ethernet, LIN).
Support system integration activities and issue triaging.
Define system verification strategies and test plans.
Support feature validation and system-level acceptance testing.
Analyze defects, root causes, and drive resolution with cross-functional teams.
Ensure verification coverage for performance, functionality, reliability, and user experience.
Act as technical focal point for OEM customers.
Participate in customer reviews, technical workshops, and requirement clarification meetings.
Present architecture proposals, technical solutions, and system trade-off analyses.
Coordinate with global engineering teams to align system deliverables and milestones.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in: Electronics Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering Embedded Systems.
10–15 years of experience in Automotive Systems Engineering, Embedded Systems, or Software-defined Vehicle development.
Experience with automotive infotainment, cockpit, connectivity, cluster, or ADAS systems.
Strong understanding of automotive system engineering lifecycle.
Experience with requirements engineering and traceability.
Knowledge of: AUTOSAR (Classic and/or Adaptive) Android Automotive Linux Embedded Systems Hypervisors (QNX, Android, Linux virtualization) Vehicle Networks (CAN, Ethernet, LIN) Diagnostics (UDS, DoIP) Functional Safety basics (ISO 26262) Cybersecurity concepts (ISO 21434).
Familiarity with SysML, UML, or Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Professional working proficiency in English and Japanese is required.
Successfully complete a background investigation.

Skills

Systems Engineering
Requirements Engineering
System Architecture
Integration
Validation
Intelligent Cockpit Platforms
Hardware
Software
Middleware
Vehicle Domains
Customer Requirements Translation
Scalable Automotive Solutions
Functional Targets
Performance Targets
Quality Targets
Product Lifecycle Management
Android/Linux bring-up
Hypervisor integration
Display and graphics integration
Connectivity enablement
Audio integration
Vehicle network integration (CAN, Ethernet, LIN)
System integration
Issue triaging
System verification strategies
Test plans
Feature validation
System-level acceptance testing
Defect analysis
Root cause analysis
Cross-functional team collaboration
Verification coverage
Reliability
User experience
Customer focal point
Customer reviews
Technical workshops
Requirement clarification
Architecture proposals
Technical solutions
System trade-off analyses
Global engineering team coordination
AUTOSAR (Classic and/or Adaptive)
Android Automotive
Linux
Embedded Systems
Hypervisors (QNX, Android, Linux virtualization)
Vehicle Networks (CAN, Ethernet, LIN)
Diagnostics (UDS, DoIP)
Functional Safety (ISO 26262)
Cybersecurity concepts (ISO 21434)
SysML
UML
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Location

Tokyo, Japan

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

10-15 years

Education Level

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Embedded Systems

Benefits

Hybrid work environment
Access to employee discounts on HARMAN products
Learning and development opportunities through HARMAN University programs
Wellness benefits
Inclusive and diverse work environment
Opportunities for training, development, and continuing education

About the Company

HARMAN Automotive is a global, multi-disciplinary team that puts the innovative power of technology to work and transforms tomorrow.
At HARMAN, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.
We engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience.
We combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence.
We advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment.
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.

Equal Opportunity

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered.
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.
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.
HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.