Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive
We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s 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
Drive Engineering Software team ensuring planned Features and Defects are delivered as per Milestones by coordinating with Software Lead, Delivery and Customer Program Management (CPM) teams
What You Will Do
- Lead the agile SW development methods, Scrum of Scrum and sprint ceremonies.
- Bridge between domains and to SW Project Lead and SW Project Managers. Responsible for domain delivers for specific customer program.
- Works closely with domain in in identifying risks, supporting domains in resolving cross-domain dependencies etc. to make sure that the committed delivery happens on schedule with quality.
- Support in Compliance activities like OSS, Static Code Compliance, ASPICE etc.
- Play the role of coordinator and facilitators in order to ensure process of daily build generation, pre-integration, integration, release build generations, etc. is running smoothly and continuously
- Own and drive workshops, initiatives, collaborations, etc. in order to address special problem statements that keep coming up over time.
- Responsible for the communication to the Program Management Level as well as to the other sub-domains.
- Responsible for effort estimation/analysis and feasibility of SW change requests / requirements analysis
- Support in ensuring Quality compliance.
What You Need To Be Successful
- Monitor and facilitate sprint/release planning (Stories, EPICS, Tasks)
- Utilize domain manager’s network in order to resolve cross domain dependencies
- Manage sprint/release risks – represent in descope review meetings
- Monitor execution, progress of implementation – resolve dependencies/blockers in order to contain schedule commitment
- Monitor and ensure compliance to established process and usage of tools
- Hold, carry forward and reinforce program milestones, priorities, targets, etc. ensuring domains are aligned to program priorities and schedules.
- Not necessarily get involved in the resolution process of every single ticket. But do get necessarily involved in resolution of complex issues, issues where co-ordination is needed across multiple domains, testing teams, external suppliers (e.g. Intel, etc.)
- Elvis outflow productivity management
- Monitor and ensure compliance to established process and usage of tools.
- Drive OSS compliance – establish cadence of running OSS compliance scan, coordinate with OSS team for running scans at predefined cadence, receive reports, review findings, work with domains for closure of findings, publish OSS BOM report for inclusion in HU
- Drive SCA compliance (static code analysis) – generate periodic reports of code sonar warning burn downs, work with domains for achieving burn down targets, work with tools team and security team for addressing scan issues, etc.
- Play the role of coordinator and facilitators in order to ensure process of daily build generation, pre-integration, integration, release build generations, etc. is running smoothly and continuously
- Play the central coordinating role between B&I team, PreInt team and Domain teams.
- Work with CPM for establishing and executing branching strategy
- Own and drive workshops, initiatives, collaborations, etc. in order to address special problem statements that keep coming up over time. For example, following were example sample topics where a delivery manager was required to own and drive to closure…
- Drive cross domain implementation needed for achieving cross compatibility between MY21/22 HW/SW
- Drive cross domain co-ordination needed for resolving complex technical topics
- Support domains in finding RCAs by doing 8D analysis on critical defects and publish reports for CPMs.
Bonus Points if You Have
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
- 12+ years of experience in embedded SW development
- Leadership of large SW development teams for the full development life cycle
- Escalation management
- Strong communication and moderation skills
- Communicating upwards and downwards
- Establishing and execution of project strategy
- Building self-motivated team
- High degree of discretion dealing with confidential information..
What Makes You Eligible
- Proficiency with IBM RTC Tool
- Automotive program management experience.
- Willingness to travel 10% of the time
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!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)
