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Director of Software Applications GPLM

Harman
life insurance, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), remote work
United States, Texas, Richardson
3000 Research Drive (Show on map)
Jul 31, 2025
Description & Requirements Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound. Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience About the Role We are seeking a strategic and execution-oriented Director of Software Applications GPLM to lead the vision, roadmap, and cross-functional alignment of our customer-facing software applications. Working closely with the Executive Director, you will ensure that the software product strategy aligns with broader business objectives and enhances the value of our integrated AVC portfolio. In this role, you will drive harmonization across our digital product ecosystem, ensuring seamless integration with our industry-leading audio, video, and control hardware. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of user experience across a global portfolio of mobile, desktop, and web applications, while aligning closely with hardware, engineering, UX, and go-to-market teams. As a global leader in high-performance audio-visual solutions, we are redefining the way professionals and organizations interact with sound and video. Join us to lead the next evolution of our software platforms and help shape intuitive, powerful digital tools that amplify our world-class hardware systems. What You Will Do Strategic Leadership Define and execute the global product strategy for customer-facing software applications, aligned with the company's hardware innovation roadmap. Drive harmonization across a fragmented software product landscape to deliver a unified and intuitive user experience. Product Lifecycle Ownership Own end-to-end product lifecycle management: from ideation and roadmap definition to launch, adoption, and lifecycle optimization. Prioritize feature development based on customer needs, market trends, and internal business goals. Represent product interests in negotiations with external partners, vendors, or key customers to ensure technical integration, licensing, or joint development agreements support strategic product objectives. Cross-Functional Alignment Collaborate closely with engineering, UX, hardware product teams, and regional market leaders to ensure software-hardware synergy. Drive agile product development practices, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and release management. Persuade internal stakeholders-including engineering, hardware, and regional business leaders-to align on priorities, resource allocation, and timelines by articulating clear customer value and business impact. Voice of the Customer Champion customer-centric design by incorporating user research, feedback, and usage analytics into decision-making. Understand and represent diverse global customer needs across verticals such as commercial AV, broadcast, and live sound. Team Development Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of product managers and product owners focused on software innovation. Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement. What You Need to Be Successful B.S. in Business (Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or equivalence). Advanced degree is preferred, not required. Minimum 10 years of product management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing software applications Demonstrated success integrating software with hardware products in a B2B or prosumer tech environment Deep understanding of application architecture and UX best practices across mobile, web, and desktop platforms Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed, global organization Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience with agile software development and modern product management tools Bonus Points if You Have Advanced degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or equivalent is preferred Background in audio technology, AV systems, or professional media equipment Experience with APIs, control software, device configuration tools, or media streaming applications International market exposure and sensitivity to regional user needs What Makes You Eligible You are willing to travel up to 30% of the time, domestic and international travel Willingness to work in an office in Richardson, TX in a hybrid setting Willing to work in an office in Richardson, TX in a hybrid setting. However, we are open to considering remote work in a US Home Office with the ability to travel into the office, based on Business needs. Successfully completing a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment What We Offer Competitive wellness benefits and 401K Retirement Savings plan. An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities. Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment. Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog. Tuition Reimbursement. Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.). "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program. An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development. #LI-NP1 #Hybrid Pay Transparency $ 185,250 - $ 271,700 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission. Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. Benefits HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. 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' 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 '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. 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) Apply