Manager, Technical Product Management - Autonomy Applications

OptiRoi Media; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company in autonomous vehicle technology as a Manager in Technical Product Management. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team, drive strategic initiatives, and enhance the quality of cutting-edge Autonomy software. Collaborate with various divisions to optimize processes and deliver exceptional products. With a focus on innovation and a commitment to employee well-being, this opportunity promises a dynamic work environment and the chance to make a significant impact in the industry. If you're passionate about technology and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums

401K plan with 6% employer match

Flexible schedule

Generous paid vacation

Company-wide holiday office closures

AD+D and Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience managing and coaching Technical Product Managers.
• Strong active listening and negotiation skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic, cross-divisional programs to enhance Autonomy software quality.
• Manage and coach a team of Technical Product Managers.

Skills

Active Listening

Negotiation Skills

Clear Communication

Strategic Planning

Coaching

Customer-First Philosophy

Passion for Quality Products

Software Development Process Optimization

Cross-Functional Program Management

Job description

Manager, Technical Product Management - Autonomy Applications

About the Company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business.

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight.

Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

Meet The Team

The mission of the Technical Product Management team is to accelerate technological development, increase the quality of our internal products and services, and optimize resource efficiency. We partner closely with Engineering, Product, Fleet Management, Systems & Safety, and many other organizations, to create state-of-the-art technical solutions and processes.

What You'll Do:

• Take on strategic, cross-divisional programs, to accelerate development, increase the quality of the Autonomy software product, and optimize resource efficiency.
• Drive strategic planning and alignment across the Autonomy Applications Division leadership team.
• Lead, manage, and coach a small team of Technical Product Managers. You will set clear direction and goals, to empower your reports to achieve our mission, in their corresponding technical product areas.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Experience working with executives and cross-functional leadership
• Strong active listening and negotiation skills
• Ability to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to different audiences
• An ability to keep the big picture in focus and setting direction
• Experience managing and coaching TPMs
• Customer-first philosophy
• Passion for quality products
• Experience instrumenting, monitoring and optimizing software development processes
• A solid track record of delivering successful cross-functional programs and technical products

Bonus Points!

• Experience with Safety Critical systems
• Experience with Autonomy Software, Artificial Intelligence and/or Robotics
• Experience developing and scaling strategy, processes, plans, procedures, reporting and handling escalations

Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r

Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:

• A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
• Company-wide holiday office closures
• AD+D and Life Insurance

Hiring Range for Job Opening

US Pay Range: $160,800 - $193,000 USD

At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

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