Principal Engineer - Project Management

HARMAN India; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Employee discounts

HARMAN University

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Campus fitness & cafeteria

Job summary

HARMAN India is seeking an experienced SAFe Agile Scrum Master to drive agile execution and foster continuous improvement across teams. The role focuses on facilitating ceremonies, coaching teams, and removing impediments to ensure high-quality product delivery.

Thecandidate should bring 10+ years of experience, SAFe/CSM/PSM certification, and hands-on SAFe experience with tools like Jira or Azure DevOps, along with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of overall experience with relevant experience as a Scrum Master.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent certification.
• Hands‑on experience working in a SAFe Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of Scrum, Agile, Lean principles, and Agile delivery practices.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum and SAFe ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives, and PI Planning.
• Coach and mentor teams on Agile, Scrum, and SAFe best practices.
• Identify, track, and remove impediments that impact team delivery.
• Measure team performance using Agile metrics such as Velocity, Burndown, and Predictability.
• Support leadership in creating KPI dashboards and progress reports.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Scrum Master experience

Coaching teams

Communication skills

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

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.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced SAFe Agile Scrum Master to drive Agile execution and foster continuous improvement across teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating Agile and SAFe ceremonies, coaching teams, removing impediments, and ensuring successful delivery of high-quality products.

What You Will Do

• Facilitate Scrum and SAFe ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives, and PI Planning.
• Coach and mentor teams on Agile, Scrum, and SAFe best practices.
• Identify, track, and remove impediments that impact team delivery.
• Measure team performance using Agile metrics such as Velocity, Burndown, and Predictability.
• Support leadership in creating KPI dashboards and progress reports.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery.

What You Need To Be Successful

• 10+ years of overall experience with relevant experience as a Scrum Master.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent certification.
• Hands‑on experience working in a SAFe Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of Scrum, Agile, Lean principles, and Agile delivery practices.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.

Bonus Points If You Have

• SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM), or equivalent certification.
• Experience managing multiple Agile teams or large‑scale programs.
• Experience in Automotive, Embedded Systems, or Product Development environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile metrics and continuous improvement practices.

What Makes You Eligible

• Scrum Master certification (CSM/PSM or equivalent).
• Proven experience in Agile and SAFe methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with Agile project management tools.
• Strong problem‑solving and team collaboration skills.

What We Offer

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in‑office days per week.
• 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.
• Access to the HARMAN Campus Fitness Centre and Cafeteria.
• 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 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.