Product Manager ADAS

Aptiv PLC; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working hours

Relocation assistance may be available

Learning and development opportunities

Industry-leading benefits

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking a Technical Product Manager to lead the roadmap for Advanced Safety software and ADAS features, including mapping and localization. You will partner with engineering, product marketing, and sales to define requirements and deliver turnkey systems from development to customers.

The role emphasizes technical depth, market analysis, and collaboration across disciplines. A new product organization at Aptiv provides growth opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge automotive

Qualifications

• Experience with software or technology products in a product management role.
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle systems and automotive tech stacks.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate market needs into requirements.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on RFIs/RFQs and delivery milestones.

Responsibilities

• Define technical requirements with engineering and align with customer needs.
• Develop and manage product roadmaps and milestones.
• Lead technical analysis to drive innovative product design.
• Support data-driven decisions, use case prioritization, and value propositions.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and engineering to execute the roadmap.
• Communicate technical requirements clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Autonomous vehicle familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical architecture understanding

RFIs/RFQs experience

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/CS/IS/EE or related

Job description

At Aptiv we are well aware of the impact our solutions have on the world as a leading Automotive Tier 1 Supplier. But we won’t rest until everybody knows. We are seeking a qualified Technical Product Manager to support our Advanced Safety Software and Systems group to extend our global reach through expert discovery and exploration of new and untapped business opportunities and product offerings. We are looking for an individual who is eager to learn, highly analytical, interested in technology and driven to be a high-output team player. You are tenacious and aren’t afraid to push internal stakeholders on the information you need and what is feasible to define new products that make everyday activities easier for people around the world. If you join our team, you will be working on some of the most challenging problems with a team that values growth and collaboration.

As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development roadmap of our Advanced Safety products, including ADAS driving features (from L0 to L3), parking, mapping and localization as well as end-to-end, turnkey ADAS systems from the development stage until it’s in the hands of customers. This is a new product organization that Aptiv has launched and you will be at the forefront of an industry transformation with cutting-edge technology. You will be responsible for bringing technical depth to the overall product vision and strategy through partnership with Product Management to create and execute the product roadmap, assess the market opportunity and resource requirements, and work closely with Product Marketing and Sales to drive commercial activities.

As a Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in bringing technical depth to our Advanced Safety products, delivering on Aptiv’s software product strategy, adopting a strategic approach to break down barriers, and developing a deep understanding of customer’s challenges. You’ll build a network with customers and internal technical leads to develop strategic plans and product requirements to deliver value to customers across our Advanced Safety Software products.

To us nothing is impossible, you will have autonomy to explore your curiosity, having fun and celebrating success along the way.

Your Role:

• Define technical requirements in collaboration with Engineering and ensure alignment with customer needs
• Evaluate technical concepts currently in the market and define innovative solutions that drive differentiation
• Help develop and manage product roadmaps, ensuring product milestones are met
• Lead technical analysis and research to guide product development needs and foster innovation in product design and functionality
• Support data-driven analyses required for product decisions, including requirements definition, use case prioritization, and value proposition

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Ownership: Serve as the expert within the product management team, guiding technical discussions, decisions, and product strategy for individual products
• Financial alignment: Create and update robust product business case, including resourcing required and revenue potential, aligned to product roadmap under the guidance of senior team members
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including customers, Sales and Marketing, and Engineering to ensure product development aligns with customer and market needs
• Executive Communication: Assist in preparation of product presentations used for executive management and decision making
• Product Development Collaboration: Collaborate with Engineering to translate product vision into detailed technical requirements and specifications. Ensure the technical product development process aligns with the overall roadmap and business goals
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges to inform product strategy and development. Manage product pricing under the guidance of senior team members
• Cross-functional engagement: Identify product development challenges and engage in cross-functional discussions to unblock roadblocks
• Technical Documentation and Communication: Create and maintain comprehensive technical requirements for products and clearly articulate them to non-technical stakeholders

Core Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 0-5 years of experience in product management, management consulting, or a closely related role, with a focus on software or technology products
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle systems, integrated automotive technology stacks, and related concepts
• Strong understanding of and interest in technical architecture, system design, and software development principles
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to deliver technical responses to RFIs, RFQs, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, capable of effectively engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to travel, if required, including internationally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the automotive industry, especially with ADAS and autonomous vehicle systems
• Knowledge of automotive standards and protocols such as ISO 26262, Functional Safety, ASPICE, Euro NCAP, and FMVSS
• Experience with automotive software development cycles and testing methodologies

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Hybrid and flexible working hours
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility Coverage

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.