Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Sr. Technical Program Manager
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary
As a Sr. Technical Program Manager, you will lead the end-to-end development and execution of Connected Services Diagnostics Tooling Apps. Drive design, development, release, validation, and launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners. Proactively manage risks, balance cost and schedule, and ensure clear communication of program status. Be the key advocate for Tooling Apps within the Connected Services team. This role is located at our Palo Alto, California office and reports directly to the manager TPM, Factory, Service and Fleet Apps.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of dashboards and visualization libraries to provide insights and data visualization for diagnostics and other functions. Manage the middleware layers in the frontend sphere, integrating various APIs such as vehicle systems & cloud systems. This includes providing a bridge between off-vehicle clients and on-vehicle systems and ECUs. Scope out project plans to track metrics, error reporting systems, and pipelines to allow users to report bugs with various logs. Coordinate with teams that are implementing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) as an SDK to enable other teams to utilize these codes effectively for debugging. Partner with the factory and service teams to ensure timelines are met and resolve integration challenges. Lead design reviews, drive integration solutions, and manage stakeholder expectations. Generate meaningful metrics and provide regular updates on program deliverables. Act as a key problem-solver and roadblock remover, communicating updates across teams. Engage with Product Development and Software teams to address critical paths and challenges.
Qualifications
6+ years of experience on a program team or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field. Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, from design to production. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. Experience in product release, automotive quality processes, and automotive OTA systems. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software system principles. Ability to navigate ambiguous problems and create new collaboration frameworks. Experience with Atlassian/Jira is a plus.
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $132,100.00 - 165,100.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary
As a Sr. Technical Program Manager, you will lead the end-to-end development and execution of Connected Services Diagnostics Tooling Apps. Drive design, development, release, validation, and launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners. Proactively manage risks, balance cost and schedule, and ensure clear communication of program status. Be the key advocate for Tooling Apps within the Connected Services team. This role is located at our Palo Alto, California office and reports directly to the manager TPM, Factory, Service and Fleet Apps.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of dashboards and visualization libraries to provide insights and data visualization for diagnostics and other functions. Manage the middleware layers in the frontend sphere, integrating various APIs such as vehicle systems & cloud systems. This includes providing a bridge between off-vehicle clients and on-vehicle systems and ECUs. Scope out project plans to track metrics, error reporting systems, and pipelines to allow users to report bugs with various logs. Coordinate with teams that are implementing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) as an SDK to enable other teams to utilize these codes effectively for debugging. Partner with the factory and service teams to ensure timelines are met and resolve integration challenges. Lead design reviews, drive integration solutions, and manage stakeholder expectations. Generate meaningful metrics and provide regular updates on program deliverables. Act as a key problem-solver and roadblock remover, communicating updates across teams. Engage with Product Development and Software teams to address critical paths and challenges.
Qualifications
6+ years of experience on a program team or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field. Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, from design to production. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. Experience in product release, automotive quality processes, and automotive OTA systems. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and software system principles. Ability to navigate ambiguous problems and create new collaboration frameworks. Experience with Atlassian/Jira is a plus.
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto, California Based Applicants: $132,100.00 - 165,100.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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