Sr. Technical Program Manager
Rivian and Volkswagen Group TechnologiesAbout the role
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 bring to life the next generation of vehicles by taking a leading role in managing the integration of Hardware and Software through the Development Life Cycle. As part of the Technical Program Management Team, you will be responsible for driving end to end initiatives that are part of the critical program delivery. You will lead as a key point between RVT and VW Group Brand program management teams.
Responsibilities
Support our feature champion and feature partner structure to enable them to deliver across RVT and Volkswagen group
Plan, create and maintain technical schedules, priorities, and execution plans for multiple software product development programs crossing organizational boundaries
Drive broad/deep cross-functional software programs internally and across partners
Collaborate with and influence engineering, product and technical partners, including leadership and development teams, to achieve business and technical goals.
Expertly manage stakeholder expectations, actively identifying, communicating, and mitigating dependencies and risks
Ensure technical designs are properly evaluated for feasibility, scalability, and quality
Provide strong leadership to unblock obstacles and rigorously prioritize
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
Minimum Qualifications:
BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical fields with 5+ years relevant experience
6+ years of Technical or Engineering Program Management experience
Experience with Systems Engineering principles
Experience with Hardware and/ or Software Development Lifecycle
Experience with Test and Validation
Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills
Expert in agile and waterfall development process using Jira and other program management tools
Understanding of hardware/software bring-up of distributed systems, managing project dependencies, and negotiating parallel activities to optimize project execution
Proven track record with software development project planning, progress tracking, and risk management
Experience with Software Defined Vehicles is preferred but not required
Total Rewards
We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.
Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.
In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.
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