Technical Program Manager, Infotainment

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Cash incentive program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Technical Program Manager, Infotainment to join our Digital team in Newark, CA. The candidate will lead infotainment features from concept to delivery and collaborate with executives and engineering leaders to define the digital roadmap and release plans.

The role requires strong program management experience in the automotive sector, with a focus on system integration, safety compliance, and cross-functional coordination.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager.
• 5+ years of Automotive industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee infotec features for our vehicle software from concept to delivery, with a hands-on approach.
• Define and maintain digital development roadmap and rollout plan.
• Create and own development and validation plans aligned with internal customer needs and major milestones.
• Lead lifecycle conversations for Infotainment and multimedia features with internal and external teams.
• Identify cross-team dependencies, monitor status, and resolve issues.

Skills

Technical Program Manager

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities. Our teamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity ­– we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

We are currently seeking Technical Program Manager, Infotainment to join our Digital team.

Our ideal candidate exhibits a proactive, can-do attitude and approaches their work systematically with vigor, determination and accuracy. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

You Will:

• Lead and overseatinfotech features for our vehicle software, ensuring high-quality execution from concept to delivery, with a hands‑on approach and commitment to excellence
• Work closely with executives and engineering leaders to define and maintain digital development roadmap and rollout plan
• Create and own development and validation plans that align with internal customer needs, cross team integration points, and major company milestones
• Lead conversations through the complete lifecycle of Infotainment and multimedia features and work cross functionally to be able to get some exciting features to life like Streaming music, AM/FM Radio, Audio experiences and user preferences etc. – both in‑house development teams and third party suppliers.
• Identify and track cross team dependencies and handshake points, monitor status, help resolve issues, report, and fill the gaps
• Drive JIRA ticket issue resolution process, including triaging, root cause analysis, countermeasure identification, verification and implementation etc.
• Interact with and coordinate work between hardware and software teams, design UX teams, and other company entities requiring inputs/outputs from the software team
• Manage a comprehensive software portfolio including dependencies between internal teams and external teams
• Ensure adherence to Functional Safety requirements
• Facilitate system architecture documentation
• Communicate feature status to overall software organization, other program managers and executives as required
• Plan and manage releases in conjunction with release managers and technical leads

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years or more of experience as a Technical Program Manager
• 5 years or more of Automotive industry experience

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, mechanical or other technical discipline is required.
• Master’s degree or higher education (in engineering or technical major related) is preferred.

Salary Range:

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$131,300—$192,500 USD

Compensation & Benefits:

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity:

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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