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 Vehicle EE 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 Cockpit and Central - Com pute solutions including first c lass Infotainment and Driver Assistance.

About the Role
We’re seeking a passionate Automotive Engineering leader to head our ADAS Domain. You’ll define future ADAS/AD systems and in-cabin user experiences, while leading a team that supports our ADAS services across engineering, sales, and business development.

At HARMAN AES, our mission is to help customers integrate ADAS solutions into vehicle platforms. This includes 3rd-party software integration and adapting legacy systems for modern SDV architectures.

As Domain Lead, you'll shape our ADAS offerings and roadmap, grow team competencies, and develop tools to reduce costs and accelerate delivery. You’ll drive solutioning during RFQs and proactively pitch to customers.

A key part of your role will be supporting sales and maintaining customer relationships, while co-developing our Go-to-Market strategy for ADAS.

What You Will Do:

• Define the ADAS services portfolio and roadmap based on demand and industry trends
• Collaborate with Sales on Go-to-Market strategy and customer engagement plans
• Support business development via customer meetings, presentations, marketing, and intelligence gathering
• Develop and maintain the ADAS competency map; drive hiring and skill development
• Lead RFI/RFQ responses and business pursuits with the ADAS team
• Oversee internal PoC, demo, and accelerator development
• Contribute to investment planning and resource allocation
• Guide Engineering teams on ADAS customer projects and consultancy services
• Maintain internal knowledge base and contribute to social media content

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Master’s in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in ADAS/AD system design (including functional safety) in OEM programs
• Proven experience in solutioning and collaboration with Sales for business development
• Knowledge in ADAS/AD system integration, function allocation, and E/E architecture interaction
• Familiarity with ISO26262, ISO21448, and ISO21434 standards
• Experience with SysML, model-based architecture, and relevant tools
• Strong leadership and team motivation skills
• Understanding of ADAS/AD sensors, actuators, and architecture trends

Bonus Points if You:

• Have existing customer relationships relevant to HARMAN
• Have experience in Engineering Services Business
• Speak German

What Makes You Eligible:

• Willing to travel up to 20%, both domestically and internationally
• Able to be present at the Garching or Bochum office as needed (other locations possible)
• Hold a valid work permit

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