Technical Program Manager - Autonomy Systems

About Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the ADAS/AD toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stack to help customers build intelligent systems, create next-generation experiences, and shorten time to market. 18 of the top 20 global automakers trust Applied Intuition’s solutions to drive the production of modern vehicles. Applied Intuition serves the automotive, trucking, construction, mining, agriculture, and defense industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices in San Diego, CA, Ft. Walton Beach, FL, Ann Arbor and Detroit, MI, Washington, D.C., Stuttgart, Munich, Stockholm, Seoul, and Tokyo. Learn more at appliedintuition.com.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. (Note: For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception.)

About the role

We are looking for a Technical Program Manager to manage and drive complex software and hardware engineering projects in the areas of autonomy stack, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and vehicle platform development. This position provides the opportunity to work across autonomy teams, customers, and multiple engineering disciplines, handling end-to-end tools deployment, software development, system integration, and release management. You will have a direct impact on the design and execution of cutting-edge technologies, collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Lead complex autonomy projects by collaborating with both internal teams and external customers to ensure timely delivery and successful execution.
• Develop the project’s integrated master schedule, tracking milestones, metrics, and deliverables in close coordination with customers.
• Manage customer expectations, providing updates and handling reviews to ensure customer needs are met and driving future engagements.
• Work across teams, including engineering, procurement, product, and vehicle operations, ensuring smooth collaboration and delivery of project goals.
• Work on projects spanning autonomy stack development, integration, testing, and deployment of ADAS technologies.
• Drive customer engagements and software releases for ADAS and autonomy systems, supporting the delivery of integrated solutions that meet customer specifications.

We're looking for someone who has:

• 3+ years of experience managing major software releases in the robotics, automotive, or similar industries.
• MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience working with external stakeholders, navigating complex environments.
• Hands-on experience with both hardware and software development (especially in high-performance computing, real-time test systems, and vehicle integration).
• Strong technical expertise in autonomy systems, ADAS, and related technologies, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams, including hardware and software engineers, to drive complex projects.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to support project needs, customer engagements, and on-site project reviews.

Nice to have:

• Strong expertise in customer communications and client management.
• Experience with simulation and data tools for ADAS/AV validation and testing.

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including exper