As a Lead Product Development Project Manager, you will lead cross‑functional development projects within Function & Software Defined Vehicle (FSDV), ensuring delivery from early concept through industrialization and product introduction. The role combines project leadership and technical coordination, to drive execution in a complex, software‑driven vehicle environment.

Key Requirements:

• Project Leadership & Delivery
  • Lead end‑to‑end delivery of cross‑functional programs (hardware, software, integration).
  • Drive execution across scope, timing, cost, quality, and features (QDCCFS).
  • Ensure alignment with product/platform strategy and business objectives.
• Planning & Execution
  • Develop and maintain L1–L3 plans, milestones, and dependencies.
  • Break down program scope into streams, epics, and deliverables (e.g., Jira structure).
  • Monitor critical path, deviations, and delivery risks.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination
  • Lead collaboration across engineering domains (EE, SW, integration, testing, purchasing).
  • Act as the central interface between stakeholders (product, system architects, suppliers).
  • Facilitate alignment across global teams and organizations
• Scope & Requirements Management
  • Define, balance, and secure requirements from multiple stakeholders.
  • Manage scope changes, concept decisions, and technical trade‑offs.
• Cost, Resources & Budget
  • Consolidate cost estimations and track budget performance.
  • Secure resource allocation and monitor utilization.
• Risk & Quality Management
  • Maintain risk register and drive mitigation actions.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, functional safety, cybersecurity, and legal requirements.
• Governance & Reporting
  • Prepare and present project status at gates and governance forums.
  • Ensure clear and structured communication (Jira, Confluence, SharePoint).

Key Deliverables:

• Project plans and milestone roadmaps
• Scope documentation and technical descriptions
• Budget and resource forecasts
• Risk registers and mitigation plans
• Gate review material and executive reports

Key Competencies:

• Automotive development lifecycle (incl. SW‑defined vehicle context)
• Integration, verification & validation, system architecture
• Functional safety (ISO 26262 considered a strong plus)
• Strong planning, structuring, and execution capability
• Stakeholder management across global organizations
• Ability to structure complexity and drive decision‑making
• Leadership in ambiguous environments
• Clear communication and influence without authority
• Problem solving and risk anticipation

Salary Range: $75,000-82,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.