Staff Engineer

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 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 About the Role As a Data Architect in the Enterprise Architecture team you will shape and govern the data architecture vision for our global automotive organization Your role is pivotal in ensuring enterprise-wide alignment of data strategies platforms and governance to support AI adoption business process digitization and advanced analytics You will define reference architectures guide implementation teams and collaborate with business and technology leaders to ensure scalable secure and value-driven data solutions What You Will Do Define and evolve enterprise data architecture strategy across domains including operational data master data and IoT data aligning with enterprise goals roadmaps and compliance requirements Architect and standardize scalable secure data platforms and pipelines for structured and unstructured data enabling real-time processing AI ML integration and business intelligence Partner with AI ML engineering and data science teams to design AI-enabling data services e g vector stores time series graph DBs semantic layers while ensuring enterprise reuse and architectural compliance Establish and promote architectural standards and patterns for data ingestion transformation storage and access e g Matillion Snowflake MS Fabric Delta Lake Lead data architecture governance ensuring alignment with enterprise principles for data quality lineage observability classification privacy and security Collaborate with Information Security Compliance and Data Governance teams to embed policies for responsible AI and sensitive data protection into data architecture blueprints Define metadata cataloging and data discoverability practices to enable AI agents and business users to consume data responsibly and efficiently Represent Data Architecture in key initiatives e g Industry 4 0 supply chain optimization AI agentic automation and provide architecture oversight to delivery teams Develop and maintain relationships with key technology vendors thought leaders and industry groups to incorporate external innovation into internal strategies Mentor and guide data engineers solution architects and platform teams on architectural best practices and technical direction Act as a subject matter expert for enterprise data strategy in engagements with executive stakeholders internal IT and external partners What You Need to Be Successful Overall 15 Years and 8 years of experience in data architecture engineering or analytics with at least 3 years in a senior architect or lead role Proven experience with modern data platforms and tools such as Snowflake Delta Lake MS Fabric and Matillion Strong experience designing and governing cloud-native data architectures AWS Azure or GCP including data lake house and streaming real-time patterns Deep understanding of enterprise integration patterns data modeling relational NoSQL graph and metadata management Working knowledge of AI ML and LLM enablement through data platforms e g vector DBs LangChain integrations memory stores is a strong advantage Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders drive architectural alignment and communicate technical concepts to business and executive audiences Hands-on skills in data engineering tools and programming languages e g Python SQL are a plus for architectural prototyping and credibility Familiarity with data governance cataloging and MDM tools and practices Strong analytical communications leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills Bonus Points if You Have Bachelor s or master s degree in computer science information systems or a related field advanced certifications or PhD a plus Experience in Azure Data Factory Matillion Snowflake Databricks or other alternative data engineering frameworks Experience with functional streaming paradigms reinforcement learning environments fine-tuning pipelines or multi-agent systems Familiarity with agent frameworks e g OpenAI Assistants LangGraph AutoGPT CrewAI Data Engineering certification e g DP-600 for MS Fabric Project Management certification e g PMI certification Possess advanced skills in cross-cultural awareness leadership influence communication problem solving negotiation and conflict resolution Knowledge of the automotive and manufacturing industries is a plus What Makes You Eligible Be willing to travel up to 15 domestic and international travel Be willing to work in Bangalore India 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 products JBL HARMAN Kardon AKG and more 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 LI-AD3 You Belong Here 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 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 Important Notice Recruitment Scams Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you 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