C++ Technical Lead

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

What You’ll Be Part Of

As a C++ Technical Lead, you will play a key role in shaping advanced AI-powered in-vehicle driver and cabin monitoring products that combine machine learning, computer vision, and high-performance embedded software.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will drive architecture and implementation decisions while staying close to the code. You will work with cutting-edge hardware platforms and help guide the team toward scalable, robust, and safety-aware software solutions. In this role, you will report to the Software Group Manager.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead the C++ software implementation for advanced embedded hardware platforms and HW-accelerator-based environments.

• Drive the technical execution of complex computer vision and ML-based systems for driver and cabin monitoring applications.

• Partnering closely with the group’s architect, advising on architecture and serving as delegate architect when needed.

• Act as the primary technical authority for software architecture, design decisions, and implementation quality.

• Mentor engineers across the team and elevate software engineering best practices, code quality, and technical excellence.

• Collaborate closely with algorithm, system, and product teams to deliver high-performance, scalable, and reliable solutions.

• Advance the team’s adoption of AI-assisted development tools and agent-based engineering workflows.

• Optimize software performance for real-time and resource-constrained embedded environments.

• Support safety-aware development processes aligned with automotive industry standards and practices.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

• 10+ years of professional experience developing reliable C++ software for embedded, real-time, and performance-sensitive systems.

• Proven experience serving as a Technical Lead, Software Architect, or senior hands-on technical authority.

• Strong expertise in modern C++ development, software architecture, multithreading, and system optimization.

• Demonstrable experience solving complex technical challenges in large-scale software systems.

• Strong ability to influence technical direction, mentor engineers, and drive engineering excellence across teams.

• Experience developing software for Linux-based embedded environments.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience with computer vision, AI, or ML-based products, including advanced algorithms, optimization, and performance tuning.

• Familiarity with automotive software standards and development processes including ISO 26262 and ASPICE.

• Experience working with NVIDIA CUDA, TensorRT, Qualcomm AI frameworks, or hardware accelerators.

• Experience integrating software with GPU, NPU, TPU, or similar acceleration technologies.

• Knowledge of driver monitoring systems (DMS), occupant monitoring systems (OMS), or automotive safety products.

• Experience working in global, cross-functional engineering organizations.

Things To Know

• This role is based in Hod Hasharon, Israel, and requires onsite collaboration three days per week.

• You are comfortable working in a global environment with cross-functional teams across multiple geographies.

• You understand that flexibility in working hours may occasionally be required to support global collaboration.

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.

• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others).

• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your 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!

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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)