Strategic SDV Customer Program Manager

NXP Semiconductors; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 303,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors, a global leader in secure connectivity solutions, seeks a Senior Customer Program Manager for Software-Defined Vehicles in San Jose, CA. You will lead strategic SDV programs with top automotive OEMs, driving programs from planning through delivery and engaging with NXP and OEM executives to align on priorities.

You will foster cross-functional collaboration across engineering, products, and operations, implement governance, and proactively mitigate risks to protect long-term

Qualifications

• Executive-level customer engagement and influence.
• Proven leadership of global, cross-functional teams.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical/delivery issues into plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of strategic SDV customer programs across hardware, software and systems integration.
• Own escalations with solutions-focused approach and clear root-cause reasoning.
• Interface with OEM leadership to align on priorities, risks, and recovery plans.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, products, operations, and sales.

Skills

Executive leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Automotive semiconductors

Education

BSEE or related degree

Job description

NXP Semiconductors, a global leader in secure connectivity solutions, seeks a Senior Customer Program Manager for Software-Defined Vehicles in San Jose, CA. You will lead strategic SDV programs with top automotive OEMs, driving programs from planning through delivery and engaging with NXP and OEM executives to align on priorities.

You will foster cross-functional collaboration across engineering, products, and operations, implement governance, and proactively mitigate risks to protect long-term