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Location:
Shenzhen - Guangdong, China
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3
Job ID:
R-50911-2026

Description & Requirements

What You Will Do
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According to product application evaluate and select proper microphone component.
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Lead the microphone voice system engineering to design of all the Harman Lifestyle division products, such as conference speaker, TWS/OWS/headband headset and smart speaker, standalone mic (Karaoke mic, wireless mic, Podcast mic).
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Develop microphone voice system, like as mic location and waveguide design through acoustic test and simulation, wind noise test and simulation, product prototypes build and verification.
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Evaluate and verify internal and external microphone processing solution, and apply to Harman voice communication, voice recognition and high-quality standalone mic products etc.
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Analyze Harman internal projects and external customers’ requirements and specifications to propose the appropriate solutions to award the project and execute the engineering function on mic part through the full program cycle.
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Work with projects team leaders and PM to solve the microphone engineering issues.
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Communicate with peers inside the HARMAN Consumer Audio Product group for product development. This includes occasional travel for training or coordination with other groups and suppliers to HM.
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Participate in internal and co-development design reviews throughout product development life cycles.
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Define mic production test spec according to product category.
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Microphone component/array/structure and algorithm related new technology development.
What You Need
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5+ year’s acoustics background experience, with rich audio and project experience.
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Working knowledge of acoustics telecommunications, including various types of microphone systems, speaker systems, voice calling, voice recognition, recording and microphone related standard certification.
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Very good understanding of principles of acoustics engineering, especially for microphone component and system design, know the parameters and application for MEMS and ECM mic.
• Experience on MEMS/ECM mic acoustic design, verification, and application like FR, sensitivity, THD, SNR, AOP, sealing, coupling, vibration etc.
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Working knowledge of digital signal processing, mic algorithm tuning experience for beamforming, echo cancellation, noise suppression, AGC etc.
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Familiar with some of telecommunications test standard, like as TIA, Teams, Zoom.
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Familiar with voice recognition test like as Amazon AVS and Google GVA.
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Working knowledge for call performance subjective and objective test and evaluation for headset and conference products.
• Must have acoustic analysis and debugging capability using some of software tools like as MATLAB, Adobe Audition etc.
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Solid experience to use acoustic test platform and equipment such as ACQUA, Soundcheck, AP, Gras, and B&K equipment etc.
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Familiar with DSP signal processing and have capability to communicate with algorithm and chip supplier.
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Familiar with Embedded system platform, such as SoC or DSP chip.
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Familiar with NPI project process and know the input/output for general NPI stage.
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Willingness to develop new technologies especially for mic and voice


Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission.

Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.

Benefits
HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

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!  

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: 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)