Associate Engineer, Android Automotive

Location: Chengdu - Sichuan, China
Workplace: Hybrid

About this role

Description & Requirements

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

What You’ll Be Part Of

As an Android Automotive Software Engineer, you will develop and maintain AAOS applications and services for IVI systems. You will work across vehicle data, diagnostics, software upgrade, system logging, and telemetry functions to support reliable automotive software solutions.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Develop and maintain Android Automotive (AAOS) applications and services for IVI systems, including Diagnostic (Diag) Software Upgrade / OTA Engineering Mode System Logging Unified Vehicle Context (UVC) Data Tracking / Telemetry
Develop UVC (Unified Vehicle Context) functions to collect vehicle data, mainly CAN signals, and provide the collected data for cloud services.
Develop data tracking and telemetry functions to collect IVI/system/application data and upload required data to the cloud.
Implement and maintain Android application modules based on product and customer requirements.
Integrate applications with Android Framework, Car Service, VHAL, Binder/AIDL, and other system or vehicle interfaces.
Support AOSP/AAOS build, application integration, software flashing, debugging, and functional verification.
Troubleshoot application and system issues such as Crash, ANR, memory leaks, permission issues, and interface failures.
Support requirement analysis, interface integration, unit testing, system integration, and software delivery.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

2–3 years of Android software development experience.
Good programming skills in Java and/or Kotlin.
Good understanding of Android fundamentals, including Android components, application lifecycle, Binder/AIDL, and multithreading.
Familiar with Android Jetpack and Kotlin Coroutines.
Experience with View/XML or Jetpack Compose development.
Basic knowledge of AOSP / Android Automotive OS (AAOS) architecture and development environment.
Experience or knowledge of AOSP/module build, application integration, software flashing, and debugging.
Familiar with Android system services and capable of working with system-level APIs/interfaces.
Basic understanding of Android system permissions, platform signing, privileged permissions, and SELinux.
Basic knowledge of Android Automotive technologies such as CarService and VHAL.
Familiar with Linux, Git, Android Studio, ADB, Logcat, dumpsys, and common Android debugging tools.
Good troubleshooting skills for common Android software issues such as Crash, ANR, performance, memory, and interface issues.
Good communication and teamwork skills.

Bonus Points if You Have

Experience in any of the following areas is a plus:

Automotive IVI / AAOS software development
CAN signal or vehicle data collection
VHAL / Vehicle Properties
Diagnostics
OTA / Software Upgrade
Engineering Mode
System Logging
Data Tracking / Telemetry
Vehicle-to-cloud data upload

Things To Know

This role focuses on Android Automotive applications and services for IVI systems, with close integration across Android system and vehicle interfaces.
The role involves supporting software integration, debugging, functional verification, and delivery activities.

What You Can Expect

A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite four days a week (if applicable).
Access to employee discounts on HARMAN products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

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' 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 '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [email protected].

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.

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)

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 [email protected]. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

General information

Location:

Chengdu - Sichuan, China

Job Family:

Engineering

Worker Type Reference:

Regular - Permanent

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Career Level:

Job ID:

R-57108-2026

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