Manager, Product Management

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, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

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 the Manager, Product Management, Amplifiers, you will be responsible for driving product management activities for HARMAN's automotive amplifier platforms, with a focus on supporting customer pursuits, platform competitiveness, and successful deployment across global programs.

You will work closely with Engineering, Sales, and Customer Project Teams to ensure amplifier platforms meet customer needs while maximizing platform reuse, reducing complexity, and improving business performance through effective product ownership and lifecycle management.

What You Will Do

• Lead product management processes and discipline for amplifier platforms.

• Define and maintain platform positioning, value proposition, feature content, and roadmap direction for Amplifier platforms.

• Support RFQ pursuits by aligning platform capabilities with customer requirements and competitive market needs.

• Drive platform reuse across customer programs and identify opportunities to improve leverage of platform investments.

• Develop and maintain MRDs, PRDs, and related product management documentation.

• Conduct market, customer, and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and gaps in the portfolio.

• Partner with Sales, Customer Project Teams, and Engineering to ensure alignment between platform strategy and program execution.

• Evaluate platform trade-offs related to performance, cost, complexity, timing, and customer requirements.

• Support platform lifecycle management, including roadmap planning, feature prioritization, and business case development.

• Identify opportunities to improve platform competitiveness, customer value, and business performance.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.Eng) or a related technical field.

• 5+ years of experience in Automotive Product Management.

• Strong business acumen, knowledge of business case development, and financial metrics.

• Experience in Automotive electronic hardware and/or software architectures.

• Experience working in a global organization and on global products.

• Strong skills in communication, presentation, and problem-solving (both customer and internal).

• Experience with documentation and ticket management tools such as Aha!, Jira, and Confluence.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Master’s in Business Administration (MBA).

• Understanding in any of the following areas: hardware and software development processes, embedded DSP and MCU platforms, and automotive audio systems.

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.

• Be willing to work in an office

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

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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.