Product Manager, Software Premium Audio

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

This role focuses on software‑based entry audio solutions for China‑focused OEM platforms. Based in China, the position operates close to customers, engineering execution, and the local ecosystem, while remaining tightly connected to global Car Audio and Software Product Management teams.

The role contributes professional expertise to the definition, evolution, and delivery of cost‑optimized, software‑centric audio solutions, supporting highly competitive OEM programs where speed, value balance, and alignment to global platforms are critical.

The role serves as the regional product authority with full accountability for the commercial and technical success of entry audio software solutions in China; defining product strategy, influencing global platform investment priorities based on China-specific insights, and owning the product lifecycle from concept through end-of-life. Work is primarily achieved through development teams and cross‑functional stakeholders, providing advice, direction, and influence within a clearly defined product scope.

What You Will Do

Product Strategy & Roadmapping

• Contribute professional expertise to the vision, product strategy, and roadmap for software‑based entry audio solutions targeting China OEMs
• Develop and maintain roadmaps and release plans aligned to China OEM platform cycles and global product direction
• Apply analytical problem‑solving to evaluate feature tradeoffs, cost constraints, and competitive positioning
• Make recommendations for introducing, localizing, standardizing, or retiring product features within assigned scope

Market & Customer Engagement (China Focus)

• Interface with China OEM product planning, engineering, and purchasing teams in collaboration with CAM organizations
• Capture voice‑of‑customer input and translate insights into clear market and product requirements
• Support RFQs and customer pursuits by providing structured product inputs, feature mapping, and roadmap alignment
• Leverage regional proximity and relationships to enable faster customer alignment and issue resolution

Product Definition & Delivery

• Own Market Requirements and Product Requirements for assigned entry audio software solutions
• Work through development teams to prioritize backlogs and support release execution
• Provide direction and clarification to engineering teams to ensure requirements are well understood and deliverable
• Ensure China‑specific adaptations remain aligned with global platforms and do not introduce unnecessary fragmentation

Commercial & Business Alignment

• Lead RFQ responses and customer pursuits, owning feature positioning, roadmap alignment, and win strategy for the China region
• Own the business case and pricing strategy for assigned products.  Partnering with CAM, Finance, and Business Development teams to validate assumptions and secure alignment.
• Drive make-vs-buy and partner strategy decisions within the China software ecosystem, with accountability for recommendations to leadership
• Support Go‑To‑Market readiness by providing clear product positioning and internal enablement materials

Global & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Act as the China product interface into global Car Audio and Software Product Management organizations
• Share China‑specific market insights, customer feedback, and competitive observations with global product teams
• Collaborate with outbound product management on messaging, training, and portfolio coherence

Success Indicators

• Revenue and margin contribution from China entry audio programs under ownership
• OEM program nomination rate and RFQ win rate for entry segment solutions
• Improved speed and predictability of localized feature delivery
• Reduction in China-specific feature fragmentation vs. global platforms (reuse rate)
• Competitive balance of cost, features, and delivery timelines in awarded programs

Core Competencies

• Professional expertise in software‑based product and feature management
• Strong analytical ability to solve problems and make well‑reasoned recommendations
• Ability to provide guidance and direction within a defined product scope
• Proven capability to interface with and influence cross‑functional stakeholders
• Structured problem‑solving and project‑orientation
• Clear, concise communication across regional, technical, and commercial audiences

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in software product management or systems engineering, with demonstrated ownership of product strategy and commercial outcomes in automotive or adjacent industries
• Solid understanding of software‑based products (platforms, configurable features, lifecycle ownership)
• Prior collaboration with global product or platform teams
• Familiarity with China OEM development and decision making models
• Experience supporting China automotive OEM RFQs, customer pursuits, and GTM activities
• Experience working in matrix, global organizations
• Fluent written and spoken Mandarin and English

Bonus Points if You Have

• Premium Audio Business & Engineering Landscape Knowledge
• Passion for acoustics and sound reproduction
• Strong recommendations from automotive industry colleagues
• Flexible in a challenging work environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of recording arts/Musician
• Excellent presentation/communication skills

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to work in the Harman China Suzhou office
• Be willing to travel up to 30%, domestic and international travel

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for hybrid work one day per week 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

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!

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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.