Description & Requirements
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
New opportunity within our large Engineering organization for a Manager System Test as part of a new opening position in Connectivity Test Center. This role will be part of a new team based in Bucharest which will work closely with the wider team. This is a newly formed team. Our goal is to build out our Connectivity Test Coordinating team operating from our strategic site in Bucharest providing experienced and dynamic team members to support multiple roles across our portfolio of global projects. This is an extremely exciting time to get involved, to help develop and shape innovative technology and drive change throughout the organization.
What You Will Do
- Line management responsibility for all assigned Harman test engineers at Harman Bucharest location.
- Functional Management of external system test contractors.
- Responsibility for location Bucharest dependent system test activities/deliveries for all Connectivity Test Center Domains.
- Steering, Planning, balancing resources, equipment, and tooling for the location.
- Performance evaluation, training, and development of the team members.
- Monitoring plans, timelines and milestones related to all Cluster deliverables.
- This includes monitoring individual and team metrics and performance versus targets.
- Identify and implement technical innovations and new strategies related to the System Test Region Europe targets.
- Ensure and strengthen team spirit and motivation.
- Ensuring quality standards (ASPICE, ASIL, ITF16949, …) for all processes at Connectivity Test Center.
- Engaging with other test teams across the global Connectivity Test teams, Business Units and ECE organization.
- Ensuring effective representation of the department’s interest within and outside of the Connectivity Test Center.
What You Need to Be Successful
- Master’s degree in computer science, information systems or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrable record of appropriate leadership of development/test teams across different locations for 5+ years.
- Proven Experience in test methodologies, tools, and methods.
- Good knowledge in testing embedded systems.
- Expertise in working with distributed development teams.
- High sense of responsibility and ability to work under pressure.
- Business fluent in English.
- Efficiently meeting deadlines, schedules, and target dates.
- Willingness to travel according to project needs.
Bonus Points if You Have
- Strong Know-How of technical/automotive standards in infotainment or telematics software projects.
- Technical expertise in area of Automotive and Telematic.
- Integrity: keeping promises, following through commitments, demonstrating values expected to others.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills including negotiation and influencing.
- Ability to manage difficult situations.
- Good decision-making skills.
- Excellent task and time management.
What Makes You Eligible
- Willingness to travel (0-20% of time), domestic and international, depending on the project necessities.
- Be willing to work in an office environment.
- Fluent in commercial and technical English.
- High sense of responsibility.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
What We Offer
- Work in international teams with the world’s largest automotive manufacturers
- Use HARMAN Flex – choose the right working model fitting their job (WFH, Hybrid or Office)
- Access career development opportunities and get both on the job training on high-end automotive projects, as well as extensive technical trainings.
- Access HARMAN Web shop with large employee discounts for audio products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG
- Are encouraged to a healthy work/life balance with a progressive holiday plan based on total work experience, 2 sick days, 3 days off compensation for weekend legal holidays and flextime.
- And of course, enjoy meal tickets, a premium medical subscription, fitness discounts and other corporate perks.
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.
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!
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HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)
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