Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 196,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies seeks a Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager to oversee software delivery for new vehicle launches. This role requires extensive experience in managing complex software-hardware environments, and exceptional problem-solving skills to ensure integration and quality of software features.

Benefits

Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance

Coverage effective on the first day of employment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Technical or Engineering Program Management experience.
• Proven expertise in software delivery for complex products.
• Exceptional skills in communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive plans for software-impacting hardware changes.
• Influence company milestones to align with software schedules.
• Manage verification test plans tailored to product configurations.

Skills

Collaboration

Influencing Skills

Communication

Agile Methodology

Project Management

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Jira

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About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

Are you a highly experienced Technical Program Manager with a proven track record of successfully delivering high-quality software for evolving product platforms in complex, integrated software-hardware environments? We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented individual to take a leading role in managing the software delivery for new vehicle launches. As a critical member of our Software Technical Program Team, you will be instrumental in launching new vehicle variants and ensuring the seamless integration of new features, while upholding the highest standards of software quality.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive comprehensive plans for software-impacting hardware changes and new software features, for both consumer and commercial vehicles
• Influence company and program milestones to align with software schedules
• Drive software-hardware integration efforts, acting as a principal liaison and problem-solver for the most challenging cross-domain dependencies
• Cultivate strong working relationships across all levels of the organization and foster deep collaboration to ensure seamless software integration and the successful launch of new vehicle variants
• Take ownership of prioritizing and driving the swift resolution of software issues that arise during development
• Manage verification test plans tailored to the unique software and hardware configurations of new product variants
• Deliver clear, concise, and insightful updates on the progress of software delivery to the program team, executive leadership, and key stakeholders
• Proactively identify and strategically mitigate systemic risks to software delivery timelines or quality, implementing effective mitigation strategies and healthily escalating concerns as needed
• Initiate, champion, and lead significant continuous process improvements within the software development lifecycle and program management frameworks
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other Technical Program Managers, fostering best practices and contributing to the growth and development of the program management function
  
  

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field
• 10+ years of progressive Technical or Engineering Program Management experience, demonstrating a strong and successful track record in software delivery for complex, integrated software-hardware products at scale
• Proven expertise in spearheading the strategic development and successful production launch of new products, particularly those with intricate interdependencies between software and electrical hardware systems
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, with a proven ability to effectively lead, align, and motivate diverse cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders in highly dynamic and ambiguous environments
• Deep, practical mastery of both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies, with advanced proficiency in Jira and other program management tools to manage complex software delivery, and to define and implement best practices
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a software or hardware product development engineer
• Experience with over-the-air (OTA) software update strategies and deployment for connected devices or systems
• Experience in the automotive industry
  
  

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range for Palo Alto, California Based Candidates: $213,000 - $266,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for Irvine, California Based Candidates: $196,000 - $245,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for British Columbia Based Candidates: $156,600 CAD - $195,800 CAD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [e-mail].

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice (English) and Candidate Data Privacy Notice (Serbian) for more information.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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