About the Role

The Program Architect owns the end-to-end system and software architecture for IVI, CDC, and CCU programs, acting as the lead technical authority for both awarded program execution and new business pursuits.

This role represents the architecture function in customer-facing and internal engagements, ensuring clear communication, end-to-end requirements traceability, architectural consistency, timely delivery of architectural work products, and effective management of technical risks and performance.

Your Team

You will be part of a global system architecture organization responsible for defining and guiding the system and software architecture of next-generation cockpit platforms.

There is no direct or indirect report to this role.

What You Will Do

· Own the overall system and software architecture for assigned IVI, CDC, and CCU programs.

· Drive the technical concept for RFQ and RFI activities as the lead architect.

· Make and document critical design decisions aligned with program objectives and technical strategy.

· Represent architecture in customer and internal meetings, ensuring clarity and cross-functional alignment.

· Ensure end-to-end requirements traceability across system and software architecture artifacts.

· Collaborate with Core and Solution Architects to integrate domain expertise and maintain architectural consistency.

· Continuously optimize design solutions with respect to cost, performance, and scalability.

· Act as the technical authority for program-level escalations and trade-off decisions.

· Coordinate with the System Architecture Program Manager to ensure staffing and architectural deliverables remain on track.

· Notify the Sys Arch PM of program-level escalations, changes in requirements, or schedule risks impacting architecture.

What You Need to Be Successful

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable discipline.
More than 10 years of experience in automotive engineering and/or system architecture design.
Proven experience delivering system and software architecture for large-scale automotive programs.
Strong foundation in system design and high-level software architecture.
Excellent decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Deep understanding of requirements, traceability and architectural governance.
Ability to confidently represent architecture in customer-facing and internal meetings.
Excellent documentation and communication abilities
Knowledge of automotive development processes and standards (ASPICE, V-Model, MGTL).
Knowledge and experience with model-based systems engineering methodologies.
Fluent in Korean and English, both written and spoken.

Bonus Points if You Have

Familiarity with tools (EA, DOORS/DNG, JIRA, ALM, Confluence)
Automotive functional safety and cybersecurity experience
Background with simulation, HIL/SIL, test architecture, and coverage strategies.
Technical management skills and experience
Design FMEA knowledge and experience
Experience with Korean automotive OEMs such as Hyundai Motor Group, Kia, or their ecosystem suppliers.

What Makes You Eligible

Be willing to travel up to 30%, domestic and international travel
Successfully completing a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

What We Offer

Flexible work environment, allowing for hybrid work for positions/tasks that can be performed outside a HARMAN 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
Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
Pay Transparency

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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!

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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)

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