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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Hardware Engineer - **Company:** HARMAN - **Location:** Cambridge, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Altium Designer, Analog Electronics, Sound Recording and Reproduction, Automation of Tests, Bluetooth, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Hardware Design, Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, LTspice, RS-232, Serial Communications, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi Technology, Teststand, Serial Peripheral Interface, Pspice, Hardware Testing, Video Streaming - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/principal-hardware-engineer/harman-international-industries-job107845976 ## About the Role * 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. ## Description 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. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Debunking the Top 10 Myths about Web 3](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/634-debunking-the-top-10-myths-about-web-3) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)