Senior Consultant - Automotive Software

P3 USA; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

PTO 20 days

Company holidays 10

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) matching

Learning culture

Job summary

P3 USA is seeking a seasoned Lead Android Automotive Project Manager to oversee automotive software initiatives for global clients. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across Europe and the U.S., manage scope, timelines, and performance, and ensure high-quality in-car experiences.

You hold a degree in CS/Engineering/Automotive, bring proven project management experience in automotive software, and communicate effectively in English; German is a plus. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS, Engineering, Automotive or related field.
• Proven project management experience in automotive software.
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership.
• English proficiency; German a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Android Automotive software projects for automotive customers.
• Serve as primary client contact to align goals and milestones.
• Provide technical guidance on Android Automotive integration.
• Collaborate with Europe and U.S. teams to deliver quality solutions.
• Develop tools and processes to improve partner engagement and quality.
• Balance customer needs with technical constraints and drive execution.
• Support concept design, testing, data analysis, and implementation.
• Foster cross-team communication to ensure timely delivery.
• Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts.
• Occasionally travel to engage with global P3 teams.

Skills

Project management

Android Automotive

Automotive software

Cross-functional collaboration

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Engineering/Automotive

Tools

PMP

PRINCE2

SAFe

ITIL

Job description

The unique aspect of our business is the mindset of our employees: curious, adventurous, and innovative. P3 consultants take on early responsibilities with clients in management consulting, diverse technology topics, and scalable IT solutions. Make a project your project. Openness for new, innovative, and unconventional approaches; short decision paths; respectful cooperation; and fruitful synergies make us a diverse, unbeatable team and successful company - worldwide.

Lead Android Automotive software projects for top automotive clients. This role combines technical project management with customer engagement, driving innovative in-car solutions in collaboration with global teams. If you're ready to manage complex integrations and deliver exceptional results, join us at P3.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage technical projects for automotive customers, overseeing planning and implementation of Android Automotive solutions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and milestones.
• Provide technical expertise on Android Automotive integration within emerging system architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Europe and the U.S. to deliver high-quality solutions and enhance customer experience.
• Develop tools, processes, and best practices to streamline partner engagement and guarantee product quality.
• Balance customer requirements with technical constraints, proposing innovative and practical solutions.
• Support concept design, testing, data analysis, and technical execution throughout all project phases.
• Facilitate cross-team communication and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.
• Occasionally travel to engage with global P3 teams and strengthen collaboration across regions.

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Automotive, or a related field.
• You bring experience managing technical projects in automotive software or related domains.
• Ability to provide guidance on Android Automotive integration, HMI, and IVI systems.
• Skilled in developing and executing detailed project plans aligned with business goals.
• Strong communication skills for client engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Advanced English proficiency (German is a plus).
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of Android or Linux-based system architecture.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams or products.
• Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, or ITIL are a plus.

GOOD TO KNOW

• We offer acompetitive salary with bonus potential.
• You get up to 20days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• You can gethealthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.
• Weinvest in your growth with mentorship and a strong learning culture.
• Youcontribute directly to advancing innovation in the sectors we operate in.
• You'lltake ownership of your work and see the direct results of your efforts.
• Wefoster an entrepreneurial spirit- take initiative, own your ideas, and drivereal impact.