Company: Harmonic Inc.
Job Category: Software Engineering, Cloud Video, Broadband & Cable Access
Industry: Telecommunications, Cloud Video Delivery, Broadband Technology
Work Arrangement: On-site / Hybrid / Remote (Global Operations)
Employment Type: Full-time
Company & Practice Overview
Harmonic Inc. is a global leader in virtualized broadband and video delivery solutions. Powering next-generation gigabit services for leading cable, satellite, enterprise, and telecommunications operators worldwide, Harmonic drives modern cloud-native stream processing, DOCSIS infrastructure, and SaaS video platforms.
With a mission to transform how media and broadband services are delivered, Harmonic’s global workforce collaborates on high-performance streaming architectures, virtualized Cable Access (CableOS), edge computing, and artificial intelligence for network operations.
Key Focus Areas & Core Values
- Broadband & Cable Access Technology: Engineering virtualized CMTS and cloud-based DOCSIS platforms to scale gigabit internet infrastructure.
- Cloud Video & SaaS Delivery: Building cloud-native video processing and streaming platforms enabling live 4K/8K, low-latency, and personalized ad-insertion streaming.
- Our Values & Employee Commitment: Fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, continuous learning, and customer-first technical excellence.
General Eligibility & Selection Process
Typical Candidate Profile
- Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Software Engineering, or related technical fields.
- Technical expertise across C/C++, Python, Cloud Systems (AWS/GCP), Linux Networking, Kubernetes, and Streaming Protocols (HLS, DASH).
Standard Hiring Process
1. Profile Application & Screening
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2. Online Assessment / Technical Screening
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3. Technical Architecture & Coding Interviews
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4. Leadership & HR Discussion
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5. Offer Rollout & Onboarding
Essential Technical Topics to Prepare
- Broadband & Networking: TCP/IP, DOCSIS, Virtualized Access Architectures, Socket Programming, Linux Kernel Networking.
- Cloud & Microservices: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/GCP architecture, C++, Python, REST/gRPC APIs, High-Throughput Media Processing.
ATS Optimization & Core Keywords
- Keywords: Broadband Technology, Virtualized CMTS, CableOS, Streaming Video SaaS, C++, Python, Linux Networking, Docker, Kubernetes, Harmonic Careers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What does Harmonic specialize in?
Harmonic is a pioneer in virtualized broadband access and cloud-native video delivery solutions for global media and telecom operators.
2. What areas do Harmonic engineers focus on?
Engineers focus on broadband access technologies, cloud streaming platforms, real-time video processing, and edge network automation.