Senior Manager, Product Management
Core
Owns the end-to-end product lifecycle for electronic automotive accessories, bridging agile consumer tech lifecycles with traditional automotive development.
Role type
Senior Manager, Product Management (Hardware/Software Integration)
Builds
High-margin electronic accessories (dash cams, rear-seat entertainment, smart storage, connected IoT devices) for Ford vehicles.
Domain
Automotive industry + Consumer Electronics
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product lifecycle management, P&L ownership, business case development, requirements definition, cross-functional leadership, strategic partnerships, licensing & IP management, launch strategy, OTA update planning, performance analytics
Preferred skills
Master's degree or MBA, experience managing products with companion mobile apps and cloud connectivity, familiarity with automotive electrical architectures (CAN bus, Ethernet), knowledge of automotive-grade testing standards (AEC-Q100), deep understanding of hardware development lifecycles (EVT, DVT, PVT) combined with Agile software methodologies
Technologies
SYNC, Android Automotive, FordPass, CAN bus, Ethernet
Responsibilities
Monitor global consumer electronics trends and translate them into an automotive accessory roadmap; Develop robust business cases, pricing strategies, and take-rate forecasts; Develop strategies to decouple fast-moving consumer electronics lifecycles from traditional vehicle development cycles; Write comprehensive Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) bridging consumer tech features with automotive-grade requirements; Champion the software integration of accessories with the vehicle's infotainment system and mobile app; Lead matrixed teams across Electrical Engineering, Software Development, Vehicle Integration, UI/UX, and Automotive Safety; Identify, negotiate, and collaborate with leading consumer electronics brands, Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers, and Contract Manufacturers; Work with legal and business development teams to manage software licensing, data privacy compliance, and intellectual property integration; Develop GTM plans to bundle CE accessories into high-value vehicle packages or standalone retail offerings; Define the OTA roadmap for connected accessories; Monitor customer telemetry, app store reviews, and warranty data to drive continuous product improvement
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities