Program Manager

Job Description

Description & Requirements Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) We re a global, multi-disciplinary team that s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN DTS, you solve challenges by creating innovative solutions. Combine the physical and digital, making technology a more dynamic force to solve challenges and serve humanity s needs Work at the convergence of cross channel UX, cloud, insightful data, IoT and mobility Empower companies to create new digital business models, enter new markets, and improve customer experiences About the Role Strong handson experience on the agile and scrum concepts. Has applied the real scrum concepts to make the project agile and has successfully handled multiple scrum teams. Practical thinking and a good attitude to handle difficult situations Good communications skills What You Will Do 1. Having decent years of experience in handling Scrum teams. Currently he is handling 4 teams. 2. Practical experience and knowledge is good. Able to answer most of the questions 3. Seems to be honest in his work - based on the answers and response provided during interview. 4. Have sound knowledge on Scrum practices Ensuring that engineering department goals, metrics and objectives are met Establish and audit standardized tools and templates to use when leading cross functional team meetings Create and manage schedules based on approved project scope Control project scope and delivery variance End-to-end project management for both software and hardware based projects up to and including building products in a factory Help drive the sharing of best practices across the project management team Managing internal and external resources Communication with senior management as well as with the team Continuously evaluate the new product design, development, and release processes and suggest improvements to reduce product cycle times Create project plans including schedule creation, gathering development cost estimates, and target cost information Identify risks in the project schedules and assist in the creation of mitigation plans Ensure that the VPD DPT corporate project tracking tool is kept up to date Manage the gaps between functions to guide projects though the phase gated development process up to and including the launch to Sales Some travel may be required Minimum Bachelors in Engineering or related discipline What You Need 3+ yrs of Project Management experience in an engineering or new product development environment 3+ yrs of experience presenting to Senior Management Experience with waterfall, iterative and agile design methodologies Preferred Qualifications: PMP or equivalent certification preferred Experience working with diverse teams in multiple sites Expertise in Project Management Methodologies Understanding of CMM or CMMi best practices Excellent leadership skills Detail oriented with good time management and multitasking skills Excellent people skills including coaching and mentoring Excellent interpersonal skills required to negotiate priority with those that do not report to them Excellent written and oral communication skills both up and down the organizational chain Must be a self-starter, achieving great results with minimum supervision Must have a history of taking on and meeting challenging objectives Experienced with standard project management tools such as Microsoft Project Prior Experience of successfully managing New Product Development projects in the role of project manager Technical background with an understanding of what it takes to complete embedded system designs 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 Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development You Belong Here 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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