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A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel.
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development.
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience.

About the Role

The principal DSP Engineer role is a critical position focused on designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms for audio products. This role directly impacts the business by driving innovation in audio technologies, ensuring high-performance, low-latency, and power-efficient solutions that enhance user experience and drive product differentiation in the market. The position involves close collaboration with acoustic, hardware, firmware, and platform teams to integrate and optimize DSP algorithms in embedded systems, ensuring project development from concept to production with quality delivery on time and in budget.


What You Will Do

• Design, implement, optimize and maintain audio signal processing algorithms.
• Collaborate closely with acoustic, hardware and platform teams to embed DSP algorithms and optimize performance.
• Solve key technical challenges in projects and provide innovative solutions.
• Track industry trends and promote the team's technical capabilities.
• Develop coding standards and guide team members in their development tasks.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Signal Processing, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Communication Engineering, Automation, or related fields.
• Over 8 years of experience in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) development, with project experience in audio processing.
• Experience in leading or participating in the design, implementation, and optimization of complex DSP algorithms.
• Preference given to candidates with practical project experience in audio devices, wireless communication, consumer electronics, or related fields.
• Proficient in DSP theory, including Fourier transforms, filter design, adaptive signal processing, and spectral analysis.
• Familiar with common audio processing algorithms such as equalization (EQ), virtual surround, filter, limiter and spatial audio.
• Knowledge of DSP chip development tools and programming (e.g., TI C6000 series, ADI SHARC series).
• Proficient in programming languages such as C/C++, MATLAB, and Python for implementing and optimizing DSP algorithms.
• Understanding of audio codec technologies (e.g., AAC, MP3, Opus) and wireless audio transmission protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, WiFi).
• Ability to design and implement efficient DSP algorithms based on requirements and optimize their performance.
• Experience in low-power optimization, especially for portable devices (e.g., wireless earphones, Bluetooth speakers).
• Familiarity with the conversion and optimization of floating-point and fixed-point algorithms.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience in applying machine learning or deep learning in signal processing.
• Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs demonstrating technical depth and influence.
• Published patents or papers in relevant fields.
• Familiarity with embedded system security development.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to work in an office and be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Capability in English.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• 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.
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages 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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HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)