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 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
This position falls under HARMAN’s Intelligent Cockpit SBU, specifically within the Software Products organization and is responsible for developing business opportunities for HARMAN software products including Ignite Marketplace, OTA, Feature-on-Demand and other future solutions for Software Defined and Connected vehicles. The solutions improve automotive OEM offerings with software and back-office processes, in addition to generating new sources of revenue and creating high-tech, high-touch customer experiences for drivers and vehicle occupants.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Understands roadmap, value proposition, and architecture for Software Products solutions by working with business unit, product management, marketing, engineering, and delivery teams.
- Articulates user stories, value propositions, solution features, functions and capabilities, and other messaging for HARMAN Software Product solutions related to specific automotive customer and prospect needs.
- Locates and proposes software product-related business deals by contacting potential customers and partners; and discovering and exploring opportunities.
- Screens potential business deals by analyzing strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options; and resolving internal priorities.
- Documents prospective customer requirements using inputs from customer and prospect meetings, HARMAN Automotive's Customer Account Management (CAM) teams, similar OEM solutions, other HARMAN groups and other external inputs.
- Supports business case and pricing model development for customer proposals.
- Develops presentations, proposals, and other support material to close Software Product-related opportunities.
What Makes You A Strong Fit
- Extensive understanding of automotive connected vehicle solutions, including value propositions, architecture, business models, pricing strategies, and other details.
- Ability to articulate business value of connected vehicle solutions through written and verbal communication.
- Ability to influence teams across the organization to achieve desired business outcomes
- Minimum of 7-8 years of business development, sales or pre-sales experience with additional experience in hands-on technical development of software and/or hardware.
- BS/BA Degree required
- Proficient in English
Bonus Points if You Have
- Experience with software product sales and/or business development.
- Experience and/or training in Solution Selling.
- Advanced engineering and/or business degree.
Things To Know
- This role is based in Novi, Michigan and follows a hybrid schedule, with regular in-office collaboration alongside engineering, product, and customer program teams.
- Be willing to travel up to 50%, domestic and international travel
- This position supports global product launch timelines, so occasional early morning or evening meetings may be needed to collaborate with teams in Europe and Asia.
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment (post-offer).
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
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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.
Skills Required
- Extensive understanding of automotive connected vehicle solutions, including value propositions, architecture, business models, and pricing strategies
- Ability to articulate the business value of connected vehicle solutions through written and verbal communication
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams to achieve business outcomes
- 7-8 years of business development, sales, or pre-sales experience
- Hands-on technical development experience with software and/or hardware
- Bachelor's degree in any field
- Proficiency in English
- Experience with software product sales or business development
- Experience or training in Solution Selling
- Advanced engineering or business degree
Harman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harman and has not been reviewed or approved by Harman.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, often including medical, dental, and vision plans, with HSAs/FSAs and disability or life insurance also referenced. Wellbeing support such as EAP access and onsite occupational health services is also part of the package in some regions.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle-oriented benefits include employee product discounts and region-specific perks like free fruit deliveries, Cycle to Work schemes, and meal coupons or allowances. Flexible schedules and work-from-home options are also part of the overall offering where roles and projects allow.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is repeatedly characterized as solid or market-aligned for many roles, with salary payments described as consistent and on time. Compensation is also tied to performance in some accounts, reinforcing a perception of basic fairness for a portion of employees.
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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!
