About the Role – Software Program Manager
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge software solutions for Japanese automotive OEMs and suppliers. Manage project timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks while collaborating with global stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and execute software projects using schedule, budget and quality benchmarks
Interface with software engineering teams on architecture, integration, and testing
Manage customer relationships at technical and executive levels
Oversee customer project deliverables, resource allocation, and risk management
Conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; PMP certification a plus
5+ years’ experience in software project management, preferably in automotive
Familiarity with cloud software platforms, embedded systems, and automotive standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262)
Strong communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills
Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English
What Makes You Eligible:
Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
Successfully complete a background investigation/Aptitude Test as a condition of employment.
What We Offer
We offer an authentic diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development in a truly global organization.
You will work on products and services that touch people’s lives and will change the industrial standards, being a part of the transformations in our industry.
Our work environments are fast paced, challenging, empowering, collaborative, flexible and exciting.
We offer our own HARMAN University with regular updates on the new technologies and trends by utilizing various sessions organized by Self Learning and Development Trainings to help grow and advance talent.
We offer competitive compensation/benefit programs and recognition programs.
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!
