Principal Engineer- Automation Software(Infotainment Testing,,Python)

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 

As a Senior Automation Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable automation test frameworks and tools for AutoOne in cooperation with Intelligent Cockpit. You will integrate Gen AI capabilities into automation tools to enhance test coverage, efficiency, and intelligent and global AutoOne testrun reporting. Collaboration with development, QA, and DevOps teams will be key as you define and automate end-to-end test scenarios for complex applications. You’ll create reusable test components and libraries using Python, architect and implement CI/CD pipelines for automated cloud testing and analyze requirements to deliver robust automated solutions. Additionally, you will drive continuous improvement in automation processes to contribute software factory, build concept and guide product test engineers, monitor and report test results, track and resolve defects, evaluate and adopt new tools and technologies, participate in code reviews and architecture discussions, and contribute to the overall quality culture of the organization. In this role, you will report to the Engineering Manager. 

What You Will Do 

• Responsible for Test Automation setup & Tooling. Build, and maintain robust automated testing by using python, incorporating best practices for reusability and maintainability.  

• Test infotainment systems, including UI, connectivity, multimedia, navigation, and voice features 

• End-to-End Test Scenario Creation – Identify the possibilities for any automation or improvement in the manual test and bring it on the automation chain. 

• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Python 

• Develop and maintain automation frameworks on all AutoOne location  

• Analyse automated test results, report the defects from AutoOne team, and collaborate with cross-functional teams 

• Active cooperation with TA development and test teams to find together a solution for our automation, simulation, and tooling 

• Designing, documenting, and implementing new script for generic simulations/test tool applications for use in the automated testing tools & framework and ensuring solutions are modular, maintainable, scalable for use across Harman products. 

• Ensure high-quality delivery through efficient automation and best practices 

What You Need to Be Successful 

• Strong Python programming skills 

• Experience in infotainment testing 

• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze requirements and translate them into effective automated solutions. 

• 2+ years of experience in software development or automation engineering, with a strong background in Python. 

• Proven expertise in designing and developing automation frameworks and tools for large-scale, complex systems, preferably in both native and cloud environments. 

• Experience with Agentic Approach for development and Generating Of Agents/Skills/Prompts. 

• Experience developing and deploying machine learning models and algorithms to optimize testing or automation processes. 

• Familiarity with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and version control systems (e.g., Git) is a plus. 

Bonus Points if You Have  

• Technical degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Automotive or similar   

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in PowerPoint, MS Office tools, and professional communication platforms  

• Familiarity with Android/Linux environments and market-standard test tools and techniques is a plus  

• Open to use AI enabled technologies to improve throughput  

What Makes You Eligible 

• 10% travel might require  

• Willingness to work in a HAR office located in Bengaluru India   

• Successfully completing a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment  

What We Offer  

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week.

• 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 

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program 

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development 

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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.