15+ years of product management experience with complex global portfolios.
Track record of building and scaling enterprise software platforms.
Expertise in software, cloud, embedded systems, AI/ML, and connected products.
Strong skills in commercialization and go-to-market strategies.
Experience in the automotive or related technology industries.
Ability to transform insights into effective business strategies.
Experience leading cross-functional global teams and influencing stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business.
Responsibilities
Define and execute a multi-year product vision and roadmap for in-cabin software experiences.
Drive the adoption of scalable software-defined vehicle architectures.
Identify and influence emerging OEM product strategies.
Continuously improve product management processes and governance.
Lead product strategy across various technology domains including AI/ML and cloud solutions.
Ensure alignment of technology investments with business goals.
Own portfolio revenue and develop monetization strategies.
Manage the complete product lifecycle from planning to optimization.
Benefits
Flexible work environment with full-time remote options.
Employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products.
Extensive training offered through HARMAN University.
Comprehensive wellness benefits.
Tuition reimbursement available.
Employee rewards through the 'Be Brilliant' program.
Diverse and inclusive work environment promoting development.
Full Job Description
Your Team
You will lead a global team of senior product managers and regional product leaders responsible for software products and experiences that accelerate strategic business growth.
Through influence, technical expertise, and strong business leadership, you will drive alignment across a global matrix organization, strengthen product management capabilities, and ensure product teams are focused on delivering measurable commercial and customer outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Portfolio Leadership
Define and execute the multi-year vision and roadmap for software-based in-cabin experiences, including audio, personalization, AI, and immersive media.
Drive adoption of software-defined vehicle architectures and scalable edge-to-cloud platforms.
Identify emerging market opportunities and influence OEM product strategies.
Establish and continuously improve product management processes, tools, and governance.
Product & Technology Leadership
Define software platforms and experiences that support both branded and OEM solutions.
Lead product strategy across cloud, embedded systems, AI/ML, vehicle networking, and connected services.
Ensure alignment between technology investments, customer needs, and business objectives.
Partner across HARMAN to identify new technology and business opportunities.
Commercialization & Growth
Own portfolio revenue, profitability, and contribution to annual business objectives.
Define global go-to-market, pricing, packaging, and monetization strategies.
Support strategic customer engagement, innovation programs, and RFQ positioning.
Build ecosystem partnerships that expand platform value and market reach.
Execution & Delivery
Own the complete product lifecycle from strategy through launch and ongoing optimization.
Drive execution with engineering, design, and program management teams.
Ensure delivery of secure, scalable, and automotive-grade software solutions.
Establish and manage business and product performance metrics.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Lead and develop a world-class global product management organization.
Serve as an executive partner to OEM customers and strategic technology partners.
Align stakeholders across engineering, sales, UX, brand, finance, and customer teams.
Champion customer-centric decision-making and product excellence.
What You Need
15+ years of product management leadership experience, including ownership of complex global portfolios.
Proven success building and scaling enterprise software platforms.
Deep expertise in software, cloud, embedded systems, AI/ML, and connected products.
Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated success in monetization and go-to-market execution.
Experience in automotive, mobility, or related technology industries.
Exceptional ability to translate customer, market, and technology insights into business strategy.
Proven success leading global, cross-functional teams and influencing executive stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business with relevant domain expertise.
What Makes You Eligible
Be willing to travel up 50%, domestic and international travel
Be willing to work in an office in Novi, MI. This role is based in Novi MI and requires the individual to be based in the area.
Successfully complete a background investigation and drug scree as a condition of employment
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
About Harman International Industries
Harman International Industries, Incorporated is an American company that designs and engineers connected products for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG, Harman Kardon, Infinity, JBL, Lexicon, Mark Levinson and Revel, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. The Company's software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
