Director Testing & Validation

HARMANs engineers and designers are creative purposeful and agile. As part of this team youll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day you will push the boundaries of creative design and HARMAN is committed to providing you with the opportunities innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.

A Career at HARMAN

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 youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats 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

This position is for a visionary and accomplished leader to take on the role of Director of Test within the Automotive Services business of Harman. This pivotal position will lead and inspire three strategic engineering test teams ensuring quality in multiple projects and a global testing team. As a leader in this capacity you will draw upon your extensive experience to cultivate a high-performing test and validation team in a fast-paced innovation-driven environment. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of progressive decision-making experience in testing and management with a strong focus on automated testing methodologies. You will be responsible for shaping the overall test strategy and ensuring successful execution Engineering Excellence initiatives. As a strategic engineering leader you will set clear goals for the team conduct thorough performance evaluations and build a motivated team of top-tier talent. Your leadership will play a crucial role in addressing any misalignments within the team ensuring that everyone is aligned with our vision and objectives.

What You Will Do

• Set the long-term test and validation roadmap and use that to influence the strategic decisions of the Electronics organization including forecasting and planning.
• Collaborate with organization leaders on the strategic long-term roadmap for Harman Automotive Services Customers.
• Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement within the team to support strategic objectives.
• Lead mentor and develop a high-performing global test team.
• Set and track ambitious team goals aligned with organizational objectives.
• Maintain a deep understanding of current and emerging best practices and automated testing strategies.
• Manage a global team of engineers including performance evaluations resource allocation and staff hiring evaluations.
• Drive innovation and technology adoption within the test team.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations.

What You Need

• Around 18-24 years experience in SW Testing & Validation in Automotive SW & Services
• 12-18 years managing test teams working on complex projects.
• Automation as a key accelerator to be brought in the Validation cycle
• Masters degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering preferred.
• Experience of testing and building scalable and distributed software applications.
• Automotive relevant experience which includes working with Automotive OEMs
• Knowledge of automotive technologies and industry trends.
• Experience working in a matrix global organization by collaborating with key stakeholders
• Intellectual and curious with a passion for storytelling.
• Experience pivoting and navigating dynamic and changing situations.
• Proactive self-sufficient and professional with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Passionate and enthusiastic about delivering powerful presentations.
• Flexibility to work in office or remotely travel for business and work in multiple time zones as needed
• Strong understanding of KPIs that drive engineering success and applying that to maximize the performance of the teams.
• Strong experience in developing test automation frameworks.
• Ability to negotiate through differences and persuade others to act.
• Quickly assess situations identify root causes and determine required resources to effectively resolve.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing test teams in a global environment.
• Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical associates.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work in an office.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation.

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
• Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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 weve 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 todays most sought-after performers while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the worlds 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 youre ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact join our talent community today!

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace 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.