Director, AI Strategy and Transformation

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

About the Role

HARMAN is accelerating its journey to become an AI-first company. As part of HARMAN's Corporate Strategy & M&A team, you will drive the formulation of AI strategies in HARMAN Automotive and Lifestyle divisions, the definitions of cross-functional roadmaps, and the strengthening of HARMAN's AI ecosystem.

What You Will Do

Strategy & Ecosystem Engagement

• Translate AI trends and innovations into concrete opportunities for HARMAN's businesses
• Act as a thought partner to the HARMAN senior leadership team on AI strategies and roadmaps
• Cooperate with Samsung stakeholders and leverage Samsung's AI investments and innovation power
• Shape partnerships with AI ecosystem players and evaluate potential investments

AI Transformation

• Drive the definition of AI strategies and roadmaps across HARMAN
• Partner with HARMAN leaders to identify, prioritize, and execute high-value AI initiatives, with strategic or large operational impact
• Ensure the value delivery of priority AI initiatives by defining milestones, KPIs, and accountability frameworks

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field; advanced degree or MBA preferred
• 10+ years' experience in technology-led business transformation
• Proven track record in designing and executing AI-driven business transformation with measurable impact (e.g., cost efficiency, revenue enablement, customer experience)
• Understanding of AI/ML technology stack and ecosystem, with ability to assess feasibility, scalability, and vendor trade-offs
• Strong ability to influence C-level stakeholders and to lead cross-functional programs without direct authority and project management skills
• Strong strategic thinking, commercial acumen and business sense with strong analytical skills, results orientation
• Experience working in global, highly matrixed organizations

What is Nice to Have

• Prior experience in strategy consulting
• Exposure to automotive or consumer electronics industries
• Relevant certifications in AI, cloud technologies, or solution architecture

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel, domestic and international travel
• Be willing to work in an office located in Stamford, CT (Hybrid)
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

What We Offer

• HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation
• You will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman's Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products
• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balance
• Attractive salary package and an Employer contribution towards a company pension plan
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainings
• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs
• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program

Salary Ranges:

$ 180,000 - $ 264,000

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.