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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 20 hours ago

Staff Technical Program Manager

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$167K/yr - $209K/yr

6+ years exp

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders focusing on the future of electric vehicles through advanced technology. The Staff Technical Program Manager will lead software delivery for vehicle platforms, ensuring high standards of quality and seamless integration of new features.

AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware

Responsibilities

Define and manage comprehensive plans for software-impacting hardware changes and new software features, for both consumer and commercial vehicles

Align software release plans to company and program milestones

Drive delivery of cross-functional software features

Cultivate strong working relationships and effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software integration and support for new product content

Take ownership of prioritizing and driving the swift resolution of software issues that arise during development

Manage software-hardware integration efforts

Coordinate verification test plans tailored to the unique software and hardware configurations of new product content

Deliver clear, concise, and insightful updates on the progress of software delivery to the program team, executive leadership, and key stakeholders

Proactively identify potential risks to software delivery timelines or quality, implementing effective mitigation strategies and healthily escalating concerns as needed

Identify and execute continuous process improvements

Qualification

Technical Program ManagementSoftware DeliveryAgile MethodologiesWaterfall MethodologiesJiraAutomotive Industry ExperienceOTA Software UpdatesCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field

6+ years of progressive Technical or Engineering Program Management experience, demonstrating a strong and successful track record in software delivery for complex, integrated software-hardware products

Experience leading the development and production launch of multiple new products that involve software and electrical hardware

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

Deep expertise in both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies, with practical and advanced proficiency in Jira and other program management tools to manage complex software delivery

Preferred

Previous experience as a software or hardware product development engineer

Experience with over-the-air (OTA) software update strategies and deployment for connected devices or systems

Experience in the automotive industry

Benefits

Rivian 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 employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.