Autonomous Vehicle Software Release Lead

NVIDIA; United States; On-site; USD 168,000 - 322,000; Full time

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Job summary

NVIDIA Automotive Software is seeking a Senior Software Program Manager to drive release planning and execution for DRIVE OS and related automotive software platforms in the United States. You will coordinate across development, hardware integration, SQA, and product management to ensure on-time, quality deliveries.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in large-scale embedded software programs, strong planning and communication skills, and experience guiding cross-functional teams through complex

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading system software engineering projects.
• BS/MS in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong planning, execution, and roadblock management for embedded software.
• Proficient in Configuration and Change Management.
• Excellent communication and technical presentation skills.
• Led global projects and successful releases with short cadences.
• Innovative problem solver for technical issues and resource conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Drive and track software releases for new hardware or software features.
• Lead the software release cycle across development, hardware integration, SQA, and product management.
• Define releases, manage features, bug fixes, testing, and documentation.
• Manage risks and resolve issues affecting release scope, schedule, and quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on software issues and technical feedback.
• Regularly communicate program status and key issues to management and define work packages for external consultants.
• Ensure successful deployment of DRIVEOS processes within assigned releases.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 26262, ISO 21434, and ASPICE best practices.

Skills

System software leadership

Software project management

Embedded software

Configuration management

Technical communication

Global releases

Problem solving

Scripting (Python/JS)

Education

BS/MS in CS or related field

Tools

Jira

Jama

Job description

NVIDIA Automotive Software is seeking a Senior Software Program Manager to drive release planning and execution for DRIVE OS and related automotive software platforms in the United States. You will coordinate across development, hardware integration, SQA, and product management to ensure on-time, quality deliveries.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in large-scale embedded software programs, strong planning and communication skills, and experience guiding cross-functional teams through complex