Engineering Project Management

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

What You’ll Be Part Of At HARMAN, we recognize that effective collaboration and adaptability are critical elements in delivering value to our customers.

As an Associate Project Leader in Build and Automation, you will coordinate and support delivery activities that enable reliable build infrastructure and automation workflows across projects. You will work closely with DevOps engineers, software teams, and project stakeholders to help ensure alignment, transparency, and timely execution of build and automation deliverables.

You will take ownership of well-defined planning and coordination responsibilities while developing your ability to manage delivery risks and dependencies.

What You’ll Gain

• Ownership of key coordination activities across build and automation projects
• Practical experience managing technical delivery dependencies and timelines
• Exposure to cross-functional stakeholder management in automotive software delivery
• Growth path toward leading end-to-end integration and automation initiatives

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Coordinate build and automation activities across technical teams and stakeholders
• Support planning and tracking of CI/CD-related milestones, deliverables, and dependencies
• Help ensure alignment between DevOps engineers, software teams, and project leads
• Track build and automation issues, risks, and mitigation actions
• Maintain project documentation and communicate status updates to stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project execution and delivery transparency
• Support quality and process adherence across build and automation activities
• Use AI-assisted tools to improve productivity in reporting, planning, issue analysis, and project communication—always validating outputs responsibly

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in software project coordination, DevOps-related delivery, or engineering project support
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle and Agile delivery models
• Experience working with planning and tracking tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-through skills
• Ability to coordinate across technical and non-technical teams
• Basic understanding of CI/CD, build environments, or project workflows

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience working in Scrum or Kanban environments
• Exposure to Linux-based software development environments
• Familiarity with CI pipelines and automation tools

What Makes You Eligible

• Hybrid working model; on‑site preferred (Bucharest).

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

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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', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘harmanglobal.avature.net’ 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 one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [email protected].

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)