HARMAN International · 15 hours ago
Release Train Engineer
Novi, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expHARMAN International is a company focused on developing innovative consumer experiences through products, services, and technologies. They are seeking a Release Train Engineer (RTE) who will serve as the servant leader and chief facilitator of an Agile Release Train, ensuring alignment and flow across multiple cross-functional teams while promoting Lean-Agile principles and continuous improvement.
MusicElectronicsConsumer GoodsManufacturingAudioConsumerConsumer ElectronicsDSP
Responsibilities
Serve as the chief Scrum Master for the ART, ensuring consistent cadence, alignment, and flow of 5 to 15 teams (50 to 125 people)
Facilitate key ART ceremonies: PI Planning, ART Syncs (Scrum of Scrums & PO Sync), System Demos, Inspect & Adapt workshops
Work closely with Product Management, System Architects, and Brand Owners to define and track PI Objectives
Drive dependency management and risk visibility across brand and platform teams
Partner with the System Team to maintain integration readiness, continuous testing, and system demo preparation
Coach teams and stakeholders in Lean-Agile practices and SAFe principles
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, flow optimization, and transparency
Identify bottlenecks in delivery flow and lead resolution through collaboration, not command
Guide ART metrics: predictability, velocity, flow efficiency, PI objective achievement, and defect trends
Coordinate across multiple ARTs (e.g., JBL, B&W, h/k) to align shared teams and dependencies
Collaborate with Cross-Brand Team Leaders and the System Architect to synchronize technical and validation deliverables
Ensure shared assets such as DSP frameworks, HIL/VIL platforms, and compliance pipelines are integrated across brand initiatives
Integrate ASPICE, ISO 26262, and cybersecurity compliance activities into ART backlogs via enabler stories
Support PI and Program-level reporting for OEM milestones and management reviews
Serve as the primary communication hub between ART teams and stakeholders
Provide transparency through clear, data-driven reporting and visual management (Program Boards, PI Metrics)
Align ART priorities with business goals set by Brand Owners and Portfolio Management
Define Sprint and Release cadence and synchronization
PI Planning event orchestration
Concept freeze and approval (technical sections)
Cross-brand alignment and minimal integration delays
Compliance activities integrated into ART cadence without delaying delivery
Positive feedback from Product Management, Brand Owners, and OEM stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
8+ years in complex product development (automotive or consumer electronics preferred)
3+ years in Agile leadership roles (Scrum Master, RTE, or Program Manager)
SAFe certification required (SAFe RTE, SPC, or SAFe Agilist preferred)
Proven experience with multi-domain development (hardware, software, acoustics, and compliance)
Familiarity with IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (DOORS, EWM, ETM) or equivalent tools
Strong understanding of ASPICE, ISO 26262, and automotive OEM milestone processes
Expert in facilitation, alignment, and stakeholder management across distributed teams
Ability to visualize and manage dependencies in complex environments
Excellent understanding of Lean flow metrics and performance tracking
Skilled at driving continuous improvement and cultural transformation
Strong communication and executive reporting skills
Preferred
Advanced degree in Management or Engineering Management
Strong recommendations from automotive industry colleagues
Automotive Business & Engineering Landscape Knowledge
Interest in acoustics and sound reproduction
Flexible in a challenging work environment
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent presentation/communication skills
Benefits
Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (BRAND, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.)
Inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities
Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global environment
On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development such as, onsite café, fitness center, weekly massage, fitness classes, and other onsite events promoted by our employee resource groups
Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies
Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
Scholarship programs for employee family members
Company
HARMAN International
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Darrin Shewchuk
Vice President, Public Affairs and Communications
Christian Sobottka
President and Chief Executive Officer at HARMAN International
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