Technical Project Manager

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 every day.

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 experience

About the Role

TPM will provide leadership in project planning and project delivery across multiple domains/ solution areas, contributing to the future success of the business through service delivery.

What You Will Do:

• Manage cross-functional software engineering projects.
• Develop and manage end-to-end project plans and ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide hands-on project management during analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and post implementation phases.
• Perform risk management and change management on projects.
• Drive execution and own progress reporting.
• Drive internal and external process improvements across multiple teams and functions.
• Interface with Engineering and business owners for project requirements and scope.
• Drive collaboration and motivation to reach challenging goals.
• Clear blockers, impediments, and act as an escalation point.
• Actively meet with clients & stakeholders to assess challenges and translate into requirements.
• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of digital technology solutions such as application development, systems integration, or BI/ ML solutions.
• Play leadership role in sprint planning meetings to ensure that the team understands their objectives and has committed to completing their work on an agreed-upon timeline and with quality.
• Maintain an understanding of strategic goals, business challenges and customer needs
• Closely working with clients and stakeholders to define software specification;
• Interfacing with business clients, gathering requirements and delivering complete software application.
• Lead top class engineering teams spread across the globe.
• Own and manage onsite & offshore coordination end to end.
• Manage teams’ performance.
• Proactively articulate status, issues, and resolution to leadership.
• Responsible for multiple tracks.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Must have 10+ yrs. minimum experience. 6+ yrs. Minimum experience in PM field.
• Deep understanding of software engineering.
• Expert in project scheduling and resource management.
• Great aptitude to synthesize complex information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder/ customer management skills.
• Must have experience in agile/ scrum.

What is Nice to Have:

• PMP certification.
• Product management certification.

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.

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