Advanced Engineer - Scrum Master

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

Were a global, multi-disciplinary team thats 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

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master with 6 to 9 years of experience to lead Agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments, coach teams on Agile best practices, and drive continuous improvement while fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability.

What You Will Do

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor teams on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and continuous improvement.
• Remove impediments and proactively address risks impacting team delivery.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to manage and refine product backlogs.
• Track sprint progress, team velocity, burn-down metrics, and delivery commitments.
• Foster a collaborative environment that enables self-organizing and high-performing teams.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities and delivery expectations.
• Drive Agile adoption and process improvements across projects and teams.
• Facilitate dependency management across cross-functional teams.
• Support release planning, roadmap discussions, and program-level coordination.

• 6 to 9 years of overall IT experience with at least 6+ years as a Scrum Master.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies for multiple development teams.
• Proven ability to track Agile metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience working with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, or similar platforms.
• Strong stakeholder management and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to identify risks, manage dependencies, and drive issue resolution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, SAFe Scrum Master, or SAFe Agilist certification.
• Experience in Automotive, Embedded Systems, Infotainment, or Connected Vehicle projects.
• Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD, and Agile-at-Scale implementations.
• Experience managing globally distributed teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Agile practices and Value Stream Management.
• Experience with release train coordination and program increment planning.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3 to 6 years of industry experience with a strong background in Agile project delivery.
• Proven experience leading Agile teams in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Passion for Agile transformation, team empowerment, and delivery excellence.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance through BeBrilliant
• Work from Office environment with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite Five days a week.

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, weve 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 todays most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the worlds 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 youre ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an @harman.com, @careers.harman.com or harmanglobal.avature.net 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 one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [HIDDEN TEXT].

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)