Sr. Technical Program Manager

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 167,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking joint venture that is redefining the automotive landscape. In this pivotal role, you will lead the management of vehicle software delivery, ensuring high-quality releases that enhance customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive software-hardware integration and coordinate critical milestones. This innovative firm is committed to sustainability and connectivity, making it an exciting place to contribute to the future of electric vehicles. If you are passionate about technology and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Robust medical/Rx insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Coverage for spouse/domestic partner

Coverage for children up to age 26

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Technical or Engineering Program Management experience.
• Experience leading development and launch of new products.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of vehicle software releases to customers.
• Coordinate software-hardware integration and verification test plans.

Skills

Technical Program Management

Agile Development

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

BS in Computer Science

MS in Engineering

Tools

Jira

Program Management Tools

Job description

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

Help us continue to surprise and delight our customers by taking a leading role in managing the delivery of our latest vehicle software! As part of the Software Technical Program Team, you will be responsible for delivering high quality vehicle software releases to external customers as well as supporting new product development initiatives and production ramp.

Responsibilities

• Scoping and planning software impacting changes, both consumer and commercial vehicles
• Aligning software release plans to company and program milestones
• Driving software-hardware integration efforts
• Coordinating verification test plans
• Coordinating cross-functional dependencies outside of the software organization
• Prioritizing and driving issues to closure
• Providing the program team and executive management progress updates
• Conducting healthy escalations in advance of a deliverables going out of bounds
• Identifying and executing continuous process improvements

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical fields
• 10+ years of Technical or Engineering Program Management experience
• Experience leading the development and launch of at least 3 new products into production that involve software and electrical hardware
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Expert in agile and waterfall development process using Jira and other program management tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a software or hardware product development engineer
• Experience in the automotive industry

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants:$167,400.00 - $209,300.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Irvine, California Based Applicants:$154,000.00 - $192,500.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary:Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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

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 [e-mail].

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