HARMAN International logo

Principal Hardware Engineer

HARMAN International
13 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Cambridge, ENG

JobsCloseBy Editorial Insights

HARMAN International is seeking a Principal Hardware Engineer for its Luxury Audio group in Cambridge, UK, to join the Mark Levinson team on luxury class amplifiers and components within a cross‑functional environment. You will report to the Director of Engineering and contribute to the development of high‑end hardware from concept through to reliable production. Core requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, a minimum of 8 years in system‑level development of high‑performance consumer audio, experience with discrete analog electronics, analog and digital audio hardware (A/D D/A), and PCB design using Altium plus thorough design reviews, testing, and documentation. Nice to have: RS‑232 I2C SPI I2S USB, Wi‑Fi Bluetooth TCP/IP, LTSpice PSpice, EMC, automated test procedures, and HiFi industry experience. Travel up to 10%, UK work eligibility required; sponsorship not offered. Apply via the Harman careers site.

General information

Location:
Cambridge - United Kingdom
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T4
Job ID:
R-53554-2026

Description & Requirements

Have you heard of JBL, Arcam, Mark Levinson, Revel or Harman/Kardon, some of the world’s leading audio brands? The market we are leading in, is fast paced, fun and dynamic. https://www.harmanluxuryaudio.com

Five prestigious brands – JBL Synthesis, Mark Levinson, Revel, Lexicon and Arcam - come together to offer the most advanced high-performance audio systems available. From the finest stereo listening to state-of-the-art multichannel home theater systems, the HARMAN Luxury Audio Group delivers pure, uncompromised sound. The consumer audio industry is fast paced, fun and dynamic and you will join our Luxury Audio department based in Cambridge, UK, in the position of: 

Principal Hardware Engineer  – Luxury Audio

About the Role:

As a Principal Hardware Engineer within the Luxury Audio Engineering Group, you will have the opportunity to work within the legendary Mark Levinson brand and join a team of world-class engineers.  Mark Levinson's audio circuit designs are fully discrete with no integrated circuits in the audio path ensuring the highest level of audio performance. Mark Levinson utilizes true luxury-class design and engineering that delivers amplifiers and audio components for the refined cost-no-object HiFi enthusiast. Take a look at our latest line of high end audio products. Help us shape what's next.

Your Team:


You will report to the Director, of Engineering, Mark Levinson, and be part of a cross-functional team including industrial designers, hardware engineers, mechanical engineers, software engineers, and production teams.

What You Will Do:

  • Work within a small multi-disciplinary team to develop new product hardware for luxury audio amplifiers and components.
  • Understand schematics and work to ensure proper system design and function.
  • Develop test plans and conduct rigorous hardware testing of platforms to ensure a luxury-class user experience, superior audio performance, and reliability.
  • Prepare and present project reports, design reviews, and technical documentation.
  • Drive innovation in audio system design by staying up to date with the latest technological advancements and industry trends.
  • Ensure all designs meet stringent quality, compliance, and performance standards.
  • Bring your attention to detail and a passion for achieving excellence in audio quality.

What You Need to be succesful:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience in a related technical discipline.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience working in system-level development of high-performance consumer audio systems.
  • Previous experience working on discrete analog electronics
  • Understanding of analog audio hardware design principles and digital audio hardware design including A/D and D/A.
  • PCB design using Altium and the ability to carry out detailed design reviews of the PCB and schematic.  PCB best design practices for EMC and noise.
  • Debug hardware using test equipment.
  • In-depth knowledge of audio measurement techniques.

What is Nice to Have

  • Experience with serial communication protocols including RS-232, I2C, SPI, I2S, and USB.
  • Knowledge of high-resolution audio formats, streaming technologies, and audio compression techniques.
  • Familiarity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Internet protocols (TCP/IP).
  • Circuit simulation, LTSpice and/or PSpice.
  • EMC compliance and testing experience.
  • Experience developing, writing, and debugging automated test procedures (Python, Audio Precision Basic, C#, NI Labview/TestStand).
  • Previous experience in the HiFi audio industry.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
  • Be willing to work in an office in Waterbeach / Cambridge, UK (subject to government guidelines).
  • HARMAN will only be able to employ those who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa / sponsorship support for this role.

What We Offer:

  • Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally 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.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

#LI-KB1

#LI-Hybrid

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', ‘@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: [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.