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General information

Location:
Bangalore - Karnataka, India - Kalyani Platina
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3(A)
Job ID:
R-53436-2026

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 Product Release Coordinator and Variant Coding Engineer, you will be responsible for managing product releases, coordinating cross‑functional stakeholders, and ensuring accurate variant coding across programs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely, error‑free product releases while maintaining consistency between engineering data, configurations, and product variants throughout the lifecycle.

What You Will Do

  • Coordinate product releases across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program teams.
  • Manage release schedules, milestones, and dependencies to ensure on‑time deliveries.
  • Own and maintain variant coding and configuration data across platforms and product lines.
  • Validate correctness and consistency of feature codes, options, and variants.
  • Ensure alignment between engineering BOMs, product configurations, and release documentation.
  • Support change management activities, including ECR/ECO analysis and implementation.
  • Track, analyze, and report release readiness, risks, and dependencies.
  • Act as a single point of contact for release‑related coordination and communication.
  • Ensure compliance with internal processes, quality standards, and customer requirements.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Science or related disciplines).
  • 3 to 6 years of experience in product release coordination, configuration management, or variant coding.
  • Hands-on experience working in automotive or embedded product environments.
  • Experience coordinating with cross‑functional global teams.

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Strong understanding of product lifecycle management (PLM) and release processes.
  • Hands-on experience with variant coding, configuration management, or product options handling.
  • Working knowledge of BOM structures, part numbers, and change management workflows.
  • Experience using tools such as PLM systems, Excel, Jira, Confluence, or similar tracking tools.
  • Ability to analyze complex data and ensure accuracy across variants and releases.
  • Strong organizational and attention‑to‑detail skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, milestone‑driven environment.

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Prior experience in automotive OEM or Tier‑1 supplier environments.
  • Hands-on exposure to SAP / Teamcenter / Windchill / PTC / similar PLM tools.
  • Knowledge of vehicle variants, feature coding, or market‑specific configurations.
  • Experience supporting multiple programs/releases simultaneously.
  • Exposure to quality, homologation, or regulatory considerations in product releases.

What We Offer

 - Competitive salary and benefits package

- Opportunities for professional growth and development

- Collaborative and dynamic work environment

- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools

- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance through BeBrilliant

- Chance to work with a renowned German OEM

- You are expected to work all 5 days in a week in office

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.