Director, Automotive Modern Software Development

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Employee discounts on HARMAN/Samsung

HARMAN University programs

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Campus fitness center access

Job summary

HARMAN Automotive in Bengaluru seeks a senior software leader to drive the Software Factory strategy, leading a global team responsible for cloud-based design, development, simulation and testing.

You will collaborate with SBU product and project teams to implement operating models, defining roadmaps and driving adoption of engineering standards across the organization. The role requires travel and a strong track record in automotive software delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent).
• 15+ years related technical experience.
• 5+ years in leadership of global teams in automotive environment.
• Hands-on and expert knowledge in software development with Linux, cloud platforms (Azure preferred), and infra-automation such as Terraform, Docker Compose, GitOps, and shell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of delivery experts to transform the engineering organization into a cloud-based Software Factory.
• Define implementation roadmaps with SBU Engineering Excellence and technology leaders.
• Drive adoption of enterprise software engineering strategy, test methodologies, and models across product and project teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure enterprise operating models are implemented across engineering domains.

Skills

Linux development

Cloud platforms (Azure)

Terraform

Docker Compose

GitOps

Shell scripting

Software engineering processes

Leadership of global teams

KPI definition & monitoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

Azure

Job description

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

What You’ll Be Part Of

In this role you will be responsible for driving the Software Factory strategy and culture across all of Harman Automotive to continuously improve the Software engineering. In brief, A Software Factory is an integrated set of tooling, services, data, and processes that enables engineers to plan, build, test, adaptively release, and/or operate and manage the software. You will lead a team of delivery experts to transform the engineering organization into a cloud based design, development and test factory. This role will work with the SBU product and project teams to utilize and implement a Software Factory approach, with a high degree of mastery and consistency. This team will also be responsible for looking externally to the industry to evaluate best practices for modern software development and delivery, of state-of-the-art technology products.

Your Team

This leader will be responsible for a team of 8 direct reports.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Evaluate industry operating model benchmarks and collaborate with SBU Engineering Excellence and technology leaders for defining implementation roadmaps.
• Lead a cross functional team of engineers, architects, and technology leaders with expertise in building cloud-based software design, development, simulation, and testing methods.
• Challenge, motivate, support, and hold accountable SBU product and project teams to adapt new operating model initiatives (processes, tools, capabilities).
• Partner with SBU engineering excellence, delivery, and domain leadership to define a shared enterprise level software engineering strategy, test methodologies and models, and drive full adoption and utilization by the product and project engineering teams.
• Drive results and track effectiveness with performance metrics, targets, and outlook to drive continuous improvements for Automotive Engineering
• Cultivate and grow engineering excellence concepts into a mature state of work (processes, tools, capabilities) for implementation readiness.
• Collaborate with Automotive Services to leverage operating model initiatives to build software practices as a service.
• Ensure that the interests of engineering stakeholders including Manufacturing, Digital Twin, Divisional Technology, Procurement, and Customer Groups are represented in the implementation of enterprise engineering operating models.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or equivalent
• 15+ years related technical experience
• 5+ years in a leadership of global teams in an automotive environment
• Hands-on and expert Knowledge and experience in Software development with Linux, Cloud Platforms (Azure preferred), and infra-automation such as Terraform, Docker Compose, GitOps, and shell scripting.
• Deep understanding of software development processes in the automotive industry including Continuous Delivery and virtual simulation.
• Experience in building up and maintaining a team of highly qualified experts
• Experience in defining, monitoring and acting on KPIs for driving improvements
• Experience in consulting with and advising a distributed global large-scale engineering organization
• Ability to articulate vision and influence decision making outcomes with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and customers
• Radiates a mindset of continuous improvements of engineering execution methods and tools
• Ability to drive application of software engineering standards in multiple vertical engineering departments

Bonus Points if You Have

• Prior experience in a strategy consulting firm with automotive customers
• Hands on experience designing, building, securing, and managing Kubernetes on the cloud at scale.

Things To Know

• Be willing to travel up to 30%, domestic and international travel
• Be willing to work in an office in India Bangalore

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• Tuition reimbursement support
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. 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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job‑related performance.(www.harman.com)