Director, Test and Validation, Electronics Products

Harman

  • Richardson, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
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 RoleThis position is for a visionary and accomplished leader to take on the role of Director of Test for Harman Pro. This pivotal position will lead and inspire three strategic engineering test teams, Processing, Amplifier, and Manufacturing Design, ensuring quality in most of the brands in Harman Pro, and a global team of 25 dedicated test engineers located in Richardson, TX, and Shenzhen, China. As a leader in this capacity, you will draw upon your extensive experience to cultivate a high-performing test and validation team in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of progressive decision-making experience in testing and management, with a strong focus on automated testing methodologies. You will be responsible for shaping the overall test strategy and ensuring successful execution for Harman Pro's audio, video, and control product lines. This includes overseeing the entire testing lifecycle, from the initial product concept to the final release, with a keen commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards. Key leadership duties will encompass defining and executing a robust test methodology tailored to hardware, environmental, feature, and system-level testing. You will oversee project estimations, scheduling, resource allocation, and management, while fostering collaboration with various Harman stakeholders, including Product and Project Management. As a strategic engineering leader, you will set clear goals for the team, conduct thorough performance evaluations, and build a motivated team of top-tier talent. Your leadership will play a crucial role in addressing any misalignments within the team, ensuring that everyone is aligned with our vision and objectives.Your TeamThis position reports to the Executive Director of Video and Control, Harman Professional Solutions. The position has three direct reporting managers overseeing strategic teams for Processing and Amplifier products, and Manufacturing Design, comprising a total team of more than 25 engineers and responsible for testing most of our Harman Professional brands.What You Will Do
  • Set the long-term test and validation roadmap and use that to influence the strategic decisions of the Electronics organization including forecasting and planning.
  • Collaborate with organization leaders on the strategic, long-term roadmap for Harman Pro's product lines.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team to support strategic objectives.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global test team.
  • Set and track ambitious team goals aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of current and emerging best practices and automated testing strategies.
  • Support Pro Solutions engineering organizational and business objectives with impactful planning and decision making.
  • Manage a global team of engineers including performance evaluations, resource allocation and staff hiring evaluations.
  • Collaborate with product and project managers to align resource allocation with business objectives.
  • Drive innovation and technology adoption within the test team.
  • Oversee a team that designs, develops and executes test cases (via test scripts or manual) for embedded platforms and products across many different chipsets and operating systems.
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges.
  • Ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations.
What You Need
  • Relevant education in engineering or related field. BS required.
  • 15+ years hands-on test experience of embedded products including writing/executing test plans and test cases.
  • 10+ years managing test teams working on complex projects encompassing pre- and post-launch.
  • Strong understanding of KPI's that drive engineering success and applying that to maximize the performance of the teams.
  • Strong experience in developing test automation frameworks.
  • Strong collaboration skills to build and sustain productive relationships at all organizational levels, both internally and externally (3rd Party Manufacturers).
  • Ability to negotiate through differences and persuade others to act.
  • Quickly assess situations, identify root causes, and determine required resources to effectively resolve.
  • Experience in task break-down, estimation and resource scheduling.
  • Proven experience leading and mentoring high-performing test teams in a global environment.
  • Strong technical expertise in testing hardware products, networking, operating systems and relevant engineering technologies.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical associates.
  • An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
  • A good educator who is trustworthy and willing to share information and serve as a mentor.
  • Ability to lead a test team that is driven to collaborate with engineering for on-time product releases.
Bonus Points if You Have
  • Knowledge of audio, video, and control products.
  • Knowledge of Google Test Framework.
  • Fluency in multiple scripting languages.
  • Experience working in a global matrixed organization.
  • Atlassian Tools (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket)
What Makes You Eligible
  • Willingness to work in our office in Richardson, TX.
  • Willingness for occasional travel, both domestic and international.
  • Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
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 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 HereHARMAN 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 TechnologyEver 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, !+++HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. ( )#LI-NP1Pay Transparency$ 161,250 - $ 236,500Dependent 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.BenefitsHARMAN 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.Important Notice: Recruitment ScamsPlease 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: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.© 2025 HARMAN International. All Rights Reserved. If you are using a screen reader and are having problems using this website, please call (800) 645-7484 for assistance.

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