Manager, SW Engineering

General information

Location: Bucharest - Bucharest, Romania Job Family: Engineering Worker Type Reference: Regular - Permanent Pay Rate Type: Salary Career Level: M3 Job ID: R-53342-2026 Apply

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Description & Requirements

Introduction: 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 a Software Engineering Manager within SBU Connectivity Software Development Romania, you will lead and develop embedded software engineering teams delivering automotive connectivity solutions for global OEM customers.

This role combines people leadership, delivery ownership, and technical oversight, ensuring high‑quality, predictable execution while fostering a strong engineering culture focused on continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.

What You Will Do

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop software engineers and technical leads within your organization (team size 10-15 people)

• Build a positive, inclusive, and high‑performance engineering culture with a strong focus on engagement and psychological safety

• Support hiring, onboarding, talent development, and retention initiatives

• Act as a role model for HARMAN leadership behaviors and engineering excellence

Software Delivery & Execution

• Own delivery execution for one or more connectivity software projects or domains

• Ensure features and defect fixes are delivered according to agreed milestones, quality, and cost targets

• Work closely with Software Project Leads (SWPL), Function Owner Leads, SW and System Architects, and Program Management

• Proactively identify delivery risks, propose mitigation actions, and support escalations when needed

• Balance engineering quality with business and customer priorities

Technical & Process Excellence

• Ensure compliance with internal processes and automotive standards (e.g., Automotive SPICE®)

• Drive adoption of efficient development practices, including reusability, scalability, CI/CD, code quality, and technical debt management by embedding AI companionship in the software development cycle

• Support structured root cause analysis, defect prevention, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Encourage strong system understanding and cross‑functional collaboration across SW, HW, Integration, Test, and Cybersecurity

Stakeholder & Customer Collaboration

• Collaborate with global teams across Romania, Germany, India, Japan, the US, and other regions

• Communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

• Support customer interactions and escalations with structured, transparent communication

• Contribute to long‑term customer satisfaction and strategic OEM partnerships

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or related field

• Proven experience in embedded software development, preferably in automotive or safety‑critical systems

• Demonstrated people‑management experience leading engineering teams

• Solid understanding of:

  • Software development lifecycle and delivery management

  • Requirements management and defect resolution

  • Automotive software engineering processes (e.g., Automotive SPICE®)

• Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken)

• Structured, analytical, and solution‑oriented mindset

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience with automotive connectivity or telematics systems (e.g., TCU, DCM, eCall, OTA)

• Experience working with global OEM customers (Japanese OEM exposure is a plus)

• Familiarity with Japanese business culture

• Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Git, Jenkins, or similar

Travel Requirements

Occasional international travel may be required depending on project needs.

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 products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)

• 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

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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 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) 
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