Microsoft Sharepoint Architect

Description & Requirements Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company's award-winning success. Enrich your managerial and organizational talents - from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader About the Role As a Microsoft SharePoint Architect, you will serve as the technical authority responsible for the architecture, governance, security, and long-term strategy of HARMAN's Microsoft SharePoint Online environment. This is an individual contributor role responsible for designing scalable collaboration solutions, establishing platform standards, and driving continuous improvement across the Microsoft 365 collaboration ecosystem. Working closely with Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Digital Workplace, and business stakeholders, you will ensure SharePoint delivers a secure, modern, and highly available collaboration platform that supports HARMAN's global workforce. What You Will Do Own the architecture, technical roadmap, and governance strategy for Microsoft SharePoint Online across the enterprise. Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available SharePoint solutions aligned with HARMAN's business and technology objectives. Establish governance standards, site architecture, information architecture, taxonomy, permissions models, and lifecycle management processes. Partner with Cybersecurity to implement security controls, compliance policies, data protection, and access governance within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Design and maintain SharePoint integrations with Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Power Platform, Microsoft Purview, and other Microsoft 365 services. Lead platform modernization initiatives, migrations, and adoption of new Microsoft collaboration capabilities. Develop architecture standards, design documentation, operational procedures, and best practices for SharePoint administration and solution development. Evaluate new Microsoft 365 capabilities and recommend improvements that enhance collaboration, productivity, security, and user experience. Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to engineering, support, and project teams implementing SharePoint-based solutions. Troubleshoot complex architectural and platform issues while serving as the highest level of technical escalation. Partner with Microsoft and third-party vendors to evaluate technologies, optimize platform capabilities, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Drive platform optimization, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability of HARMAN's collaboration services. What You Need to Be Successful Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 collaboration platforms. Deep expertise in SharePoint Online architecture, governance, information architecture, permissions management, and site lifecycle management. Strong understanding of Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, OneDrive, Microsoft Entra ID, Exchange Online, and Power Platform. Experience implementing secure collaboration solutions using Microsoft security and compliance capabilities. Knowledge of Microsoft Purview, data governance, retention policies, sensitivity labels, and compliance features within Microsoft 365. Experience developing enterprise architecture standards, governance frameworks, and technical roadmaps. Strong understanding of authentication, identity management, and access control within Microsoft 365 environments. Ability to independently solve complex technical challenges and influence architecture decisions across multiple technical teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to translate business requirements into enterprise collaboration solutions. Bonus Points if You Have Microsoft Certified: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert. Experience with SharePoint Framework (SPFx), Power Automate, Power Apps, and PowerShell automation. Experience leading SharePoint Online migrations from legacy collaboration platforms. Knowledge of Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Syntex, and AI-powered collaboration capabilities. Experience supporting global Microsoft 365 environments within multinational organizations. Experience integrating SharePoint with enterprise business applications and third-party collaboration platforms. What Makes You Eligible You are willing to work within a global organization and collaborate with teams across multiple time zones. You are comfortable participating in occasional after-hours activities when required to support critical platform initiatives or production incidents. Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment What We Offer Ability to work from an office in Novi, MI 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 Pay Transparency $ 125,250 - $ 183,700 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission. Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. Benefits HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. 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! 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. 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.( HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Harman