Manager - Program

HARMAN’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

This position would lead the AMP development core team. The position could be managing 2-5 projects simultaneously. The position performs a variety of tasks, including requirements documentation, development completed through detailed design, verification, validation, and product launch or release.

What You Will Do

• Lead team 2, including HW, SW, ME, System Engineer, product sourcing, development quality, and validation engineer, being responsible for delivering product design that meets HARMAN and customer requirements, and delivers the design on time and functions throughout the lifecycle.
• Act as a core team member in Team1 with Customer Program Manager, Sales, Customer Quality, and Industrialization Project Manager for the development and launch of a compelling product that meets customer requirements and promotes customer satisfaction.
• Document/manage HARMAN and customer requirements including product compliance to statutory and regulatory laws, product compliance (material and certifications).
• Develops and executes a project based on the AMP engineering process.
• Responsible for releasing the design to the factory/effective change management.
• Responsible for AMP technical tradeoffs discussion (cost, performance, DFM, timing).
• Foster a positive environment to create a high-achieving team: treat all members with respect, encourage constructive dissent, re-focus team members when they get off-track, give positive feedback whenever it is appropriate, maintain a positive attitude, and reallocate resources to meet team commitments.
• Define tasks to be performed by a cross-functional team in developing systems.  Use a task list to create a work breakdown structure.  Use a work breakdown structure to establish a program schedule. Establish program budget and manage program budget.
• Ensure prompt decision-making is executed by promoting consensus decisions, intervening when consensus decision-making fails, and making unilateral decisions in the case of a deadlock. Understand all of the technical details of the products used in all systems, both acoustic and mechanical.
• Negotiate resource allocations from functional managers.  When a resource conflict occurs, negotiate a solution with functional managers and other program managers; serve as the lead program interface with sales.
• Identify program issues as early as possible and drive resolution at the team level.  If resolutions require management intervention, escalate to appropriate management personnel with proposed alternatives.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Overall 9-14 years and minimum 5-8 Years (or above) of product development experience of complex systems in automotive.
• Strong engineering process or product experience (e.g: IATF16949, ASPICE, or CMMI).
• Effective interpersonal skills with peers, leaders, global teams, and industry forums.
• Capable of handling multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously to completion.
• Desire to maintain skills and master new technologies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in the related engineering field or Master’s degree in the related engineering field, and/or MBA.
• Results-Driven: Having a proactive, goal-oriented approach to decision making.
• Clear and strategic thinker; proven experience in translating strategies into actionable plans.
• Change Orientation: Able to adapt to changing demands and conditions.
• Self-Awareness: Accepting responsibility for personal development and actions.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel 10%-20% of the time.
• Willing to work in an office in Bangalore.

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.

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 proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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.