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Have you heard of JBL, Mark Levinson, Revel or Harman/Kardon, some of the world’s leading audio brands? The market we are leading in, is fast paced, fun and dynamic. https://www.harmanluxuryaudio.com/
Five prestigious brands – JBL Synthesis, Mark Levinson, Revel, Lexicon and Arcam - come together to offer the most advanced high-performance audio systems available. From the finest stereo listening to state-of-the-art multichannel home theater systems, the HARMAN Luxury Audio Group delivers pure, uncompromised sound. In this “work hard, play hard” environment you will joinour Luxury Audio department based in Cambridge, UK, in the position of:
Software Development Manager – Luxury Audio
About the Role:
As Software Development Manager within the Luxury Audio Group, you will be joining our team of world-class engineers and project managers who share an extraordinary passion for designing and creating impeccable sound systems and raising the standards for high-end audio.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on new and existing high end audio products across this portfolio with a focus on music streaming and immersive sound technology. You’ll lead and manage our team of SW engineers and test engineers based in Cambridge, UK. You will be responsible for the in-house design, development, coding, testing, and debugging of all software applications, as well as managing all third-party SW development. You’ll work closely with product managers, software architects, hardware engineers, third party partners as well as other developers across the entire product lifecycle from concept to release. You will report to the Director of Global Engineering, HARMAN Luxury Audio. This position will have responsibility for several direct reports.
What You Will Do:
Lead and mentor a team of software developers, providing guidance and support to foster a collaborative and high-performing culture.
Set clear goals and objectives for the Software Development team, ensuring alignment with the Luxury Audio strategy.
Liaise with teams in Northridge, California and Shenzhen to manage modular software components efficiently across various product ranges.
Develop Software Requirements Documents and Specifications for both external and internal teams.
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of Software Development projects, ensuring they are completed on time, without bugs and within budget.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware development, product management, and quality assurance, to drive integrated project delivery.
Implement and enforce Software Development best practices, coding standards, and testing procedures to ensure the delivery of high quality, reliable software.
What You Need:
10 years’ experience in a similar role with at least 5 years’ experience managing senior teams.
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.
Proven experience as a Software Development Manager or similar role in the audio industry.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, JavaScript and experience with relevant Software Development tools including git, Jira, Confluence etc.
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects on time and within budget.
Strong interest in audio and/or a background in consumer electronics.
Nice to Have:
Familiarity with Linux configuration tools such as Yocto.
Familiarity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connected products, serial protocols, and Ethernet.
Background in mobile app development for both iOS and Android platforms
JavaScript and basic web technology skills.
Other embedded OS environments e.g., Free RTOS and bare metal on ARM or DSP MCUs.
Audio platforms including codecs and DSP.
RTOS experience e.g., FreeRTOS. Embedded Linux experience.
What Makes You Eligible:
Be willing to travel up to 5%, domestic and international travel.
Be willing to work on-site in our offices in Cambridge, UK at least 3 days per week.
HARMAN will only be able to employ those who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa / sponsorship support for this role.
What We Offer:
Opportunity to collaborate with talented teams across the world.
Inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities.
Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging a healthy work-life balance.
On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development provided by our Wellness Committee, Volunteer Committee and Harman Women’s Network.
Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog.
The opportunity to work on complex problems and continuous improvement initiatives.
Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN audio products including JBL and Harman/Kardon.
And a few reasons you might love it:
At HARMAN we create useful, playful, beautiful things. Our many iconic brands including JBL, Harman/Kardon and AKG are transforming the car, the workplace and everywhere in between. We work hard, look for brilliance from all our 30,000 employees and in return you can expect a career full of brilliant possibilities. If you want to be part of a business offering industry-first features, innovation, superior sound technology and the guarantee that you'll never have a dull day - HARMAN could be the place for you! (www.harman.com)
We look forward to receiving your application! Send your application with your resume and letter of motivation. We will process the applications as we receive them.
For more information about the position or the recruitment process, feel free to contact our Recruitment department: conor.kelly@harman.com or call +31 6 48 44 96 45
Join HARMAN and discover a world of endless possibilities!
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