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Location:
Suzhou - Jiangsu, China
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T4
Job ID:
R-49336-2025

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

This role is as a Principal Engineer - Project Management dedicated to GM SDV2.0's Noise Management and Branded Audio development, and is responsible for AWE modules development, AwX-based signal flow design, implementation of customer control logic, architecture documentation design, as well as unit and integration testing

What You Will Do

  • Build and manage customer relationships at a working team level (Customer Program Release Engineers)

  • Make decisions regarding software build content and timing (Performance and Features), translate it into engineering level plan, this includes identifying dependencies and road blockers

  • Gate the Software Development Release lifecycle to ensure customer acceptance of each release to ensure product acceptance for launch

  • Manage program risk proactively, identify program risks and coordinate meetings with the PM and multi-discipline functions to address risks before they become issues

  • Evaluate project management processes and metrics to track and measure project success (Manage all product delivery elements)

  • Represent the program Internally to Sr. Management during program, quality and operations reviews

  • Lead the program adherence to follow standard Harman processes and maintain program and customer-related documentation

  • Be the primary escalation point for both internal and external project software communications for the dedicated customer project

  • Resolve conflicts between internal and customer engineering groups

  • Will be involved in multiple software development lifecycles

  • Be able to manage multiple programs from requirements to delivery

  • Be able to solve complex design issues and take calculated risks

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Master’s Degree in above-mentioned fields and 8 years of experience in research and development or bachelor’s degree and 10 years’ experience

  • 6+ years of systems engineering, requirements management, or related background

  • Proven technical leadership within the technology industry or automotive industry

  • Must be able to articulate vision and influence decision making outcomes with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and the customer

  • Experience managing external and internal vendors/partners

  • Strong communication skills (written & spoken) to explain technology concepts to non-technical audiences

  • High-quality mindset to develop software with best industry practices

  • Passion for Audio quality and performance

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Practical experience in related areas such as system design, hardware/software design, and real-time embedded applications

  • Previous experience in all phases of the software development process (Requirements, Scope, Design/Plan, Develop, Test, and Customer Acceptance.)

  • Familiar with Automotive-SPICE

  • Strong background in embedded software development, with a keen interest in learning new technologies and concepts

What Makes You Eligible

  • You have a working knowledge of English

  • You are willing to travel, if necessary

What We Offer

  • Flexible work environment

  • Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

  • Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

  • Competitive wellness benefits

  • Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria

  • “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development


Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission.

Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.

Benefits
HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

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!  

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' 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 '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. 

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)