Program Manager
Core
Own the program lifecycle from quote to production, ensuring flawless launches, profitability, and end-to-end delivery for complex automotive products.
Role type
Senior Program Manager (Automotive Electronics & Software)
Builds
End-to-end programs for automotive OEMs, including new business development and industrialization.
Domain
Automotive industry, electronics, and software product development.
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Program lifecycle management, cross-functional leadership, financial management (CAPEX/budget), risk management, customer relationship management, new business development, team coaching/mentoring, compliance management (ASPICE, IATF/ISO, Functional Safety, Cybersecurity).
Preferred skills
Lean/CI techniques, enterprise thinking, analytical foresight, high-stress tolerance, decisive decision-making.
Technologies
ASPICE MAN3/5, IATF/ISO 16949, Functional Safety, Cybersecurity frameworks.
Responsibilities
Consolidate and cascade activity breakdowns to competency leaders; manage project schedules, risk plans, and change points; lead weekly cross-functional meetings; secure budget approvals and track profitability; act as primary customer contact for escalations; support new business quote planning; manage direct reports and functional leaders; ensure compliance with automotive standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management responsibilities.