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Location:
Gothenburg - Sweden
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
M4
Job ID:
R-52803-2026

Description & Requirements

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

As a Program Management Lead, you lead a program management team within a customer account across SBUs through interrelated team members. You are responsible for planning, execution, and oversight of awarded-business programs, leading cross-functional teams to meet delivery and quality targets within budget constraints.

At this level, you are part of a growing CAM with an average 5-year revenue of <1000m USD per year. You own a program delivery portfolio primarily of A/B size programs with 7–15 assigned programs (PL0, min. 1M gross R&D spend). OEM business growth and delivery is largely focused on 2–3 SBUs.

Your Team

Your team consists of multiple Program Managers across the portfolio. You typically lead Professionals and Managers.

What You Will Do

  • Lead a program management team across a customer account to deliver a portfolio of programs on time, on scope, on profit, and to committed quality.
  • Direct comprehensive planning, resolve resource conflicts, and prioritize cross-functional inputs so the team can execute against customer and organizational commitments.
  • Evaluate and adjust program priorities to maintain alignment with customer needs and Automotive objectives.
  • Lead execution of programs and ensure teams meet objectives within customer and organizational commitments.
  • Establish governance routines and reporting to monitor progress, risk exposure, and resource utilization.
  • Proactively monitor portfolio status and support Program Managers by removing barriers; step in early when delivery risk rises.
  • Lead stakeholder engagement initiatives across programs, fostering collaboration and resolving complex conflicts; persuade managers and leaders to take action and negotiate with middle management of external partners and customers.
  • Act as first point of escalation and engage/moderate cross-functional recovery actions when required.
  • Implement continuous improvement practices in delivery operations, guiding teams to apply lessons learned; lead and align cross-functional topics to support strategic account goals.
  • Execute HR cycle activities including hiring, performance management, succession planning, coaching, and development; support resource management and department budget planning.

What You Need

  • Bachelor of Science in a technical field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 10 years product development and/or program management experience with specific experience in at least one area of technical specialization (software, hardware, mechanical or manufacturing), preferably in an automotive application.
  • Developed and launched multiple products through the lifecycle from business commitment through stable production as Program Manager.
  • Previous experience leading a team of Program Managers (direct or indirect).
  • Strong general skills in cross-functional team leadership, arbitrating technical tradeoffs, problem solving, negotiation, P&L understanding, and communication; fluent in English (written and verbal).

What is Nice to Have

  • Masters of Science (Technical) or MBA.
  • PMP Certification.
  • Automotive supplier / Tier1 Electronics background.
  • Direct experience with applicable customer.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international.
  • Willing to work in an office, manufacturing facility, or client-site, or eligible to work remotely full-time with occasional trips into the office location required (this could be on 24-hour notice).
  • Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
  • This position requires the use of a HARMAN- or customer-owned vehicle; any offer is contingent upon a clean driving record (no more than 4 active points for moving violations, and no references to operating a vehicle under the influence of controlled substances within the last 10 years).

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
  • Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
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!  

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.

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.  

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) 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.