Connected Car Product Manager - Launch & Strategy Leader

Kia Corp.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia Corp. is seeking a Product Manager to lead the Connectivity-based Vehicle Software rollout and drive the connected EV driver experience. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, develop business cases, and ensure quality gate compliance for Kia Connect product launches.

Responsibilities include managing feature launches, coordinating with Marketing, Sales, Training, and Quality teams, and driving customer engagement through data-driven initiatives and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related sciences.
• MBA and PMP certifications preferred.
• Certified Product Owner Certification preferred.
• 5+ years of program management experience.
• 5+ years of relevant product management experience, preferably with consumer and mobile products.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle Software Launch Coordination and Management.
• Manage feature/service launches from concept to launch and post-launch support.
• Develop product concepts and write business requirements for engineering; prioritize features for maximum value.
• Coordinate cross functional requirements for software change management with engineering, product management, and marketing.
• Support new services ideation, customer research, and discussions with affiliates and partners.
• Develop and measure marketing funnels using analytics and customer segmentation to improve engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Program management

Agile

User stories

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related sciences

MBA

PMP certification

Certified Product Owner Certification

Job description

Kia Corp. is seeking a Product Manager to lead the Connectivity-based Vehicle Software rollout and drive the connected EV driver experience. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, develop business cases, and ensure quality gate compliance for Kia Connect product launches.

Responsibilities include managing feature launches, coordinating with Marketing, Sales, Training, and Quality teams, and driving customer engagement through data-driven initiatives and partnerships.