Manager, Technical Program Manager - Autonomous Vehicles

NVIDIA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 322,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

NVIDIA is seeking a seasoned Autonomous Vehicles Program Manager to own end-to-end development of new autonomous driving features for its platform in Santa Clara, CA. You will lead delivery, partner with product and engineering, and drive cross-functional execution across vehicle programs and partners.

You will mentor TPMs, dive into design reviews, and translate strategy into actionable plans with clear milestones and owner accountability. Equity and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience leading a team.
• 8+ years of overall relevant experience.
• Proven experience in Automotive, Perception, Path Planning, robotics or AI.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with global collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery roadmap and health of all autonomy software programs.
• Lead and grow a team of TPMs, guiding professional development.
• Lead critical programs hands-on, including design reviews and issue investigations.
• Turn strategy into executable plans with defined scope and milestones.
• Establish program governance, planning, and risk management.
• Drive cross-functional delivery across engineering, test, regulatory, and customers.
• Build partnerships with leaders across software and vehicle programs.
• Act as senior representative in executive forums with clear updates and decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Global collaboration

Program management

Education

BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

MS in related field (preferred)

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

If you're passionate about autonomous vehicles, we would love to hear from you! The Autonomous Vehicles Program Management team is searching for a creative and experienced manager to own the end-to-end development of new autonomous driving features for NVIDIA's autonomous vehicle platform. We are the leading artificial intelligence computing company and are paving the way with innovations in gaming, visualization, supercomputing and self-driving cars. As a key member of our Autonomy Program Team, you will be a key leader responsible for the software development execution of our autonomous driving software stack. NVIDIA gives automakers, Tier 1 suppliers, automotive research institutions, and start‑ups the power and flexibility to develop and deploy breakthrough artificial intelligence systems for self‑driving vehicles. Today, we are working with over 270 partners that are using our platform in the development of autonomous cars, trucks, shuttles and taxis.

What you'll be doing:

• Own the delivery roadmap and health of all autonomy software programs, keeping execution aligned with the various vehicle programs and customer timelines.
• Lead and grow a team of experienced TPMs, hiring outstanding talent and guiding each person's professional development.
• Stay hands‑on by personally leading the most critical and technically demanding programs, and by digging into design reviews, integration planning, and issue investigations to find root causes, challenge assumptions, and drive decisions.
• Partner with program, product, and engineering leaders to turn top‑down strategy and ambiguous goals into executable plans with defined scope, milestones, accountable owners, and measurable outcomes.
• Establish and run program governance, including planning, execution tracking, risk management, and reporting, so teams and leadership always know where each program stands.
• Drive cross‑functional delivery of software features across engineering, test and validation, regulatory, and customer teams, resolving the most complex interdependencies and systemic risks.
• Build strong partnerships with leaders across software, testing, regulatory affairs, and vehicle programs.
• Serve as the primary escalation point and senior representative in cross‑functional and executive forums, giving leadership concise updates that turn complex technical and regulatory risks into clear decision points and recommendations.

What we need to see:

• BS/MS Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of experience leading a team
• 8+ years of overall relevant experience
• Proven experience in Automotive, Perception, Path Planning, robotics and/or AI.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate on global projects across teams and time zones.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Proven experience leading end‑to‑end development of ADAS or self‑driving features
• Experience as software engineer, software QA or systems engineer.
• Experience in a fast‑paced Automotive OEM or supplier.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until October 10, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.