Project and Program Manager - Automotive at NXP Semiconductors

Seongnam-si, , South Korea -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Program Management, Automotive Software, Stakeholder Management, ASPICE, ISO 26262, Embedded Architectures, Risk Management, Milestone Planning, Customer Relationship Management, Technical Leadership, Software Development Process

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

At Trustmotion, part of NXP since June of 2025, we’re accelerating the shift to safe, software-defined vehicles. With proven expertise from millions of cars on the road and cutting-edge technology, we empower OEMs to innovate faster and smarter. Ready to drive the future with us? Keep reading! We are looking for a Project Manager to join the mission of accelerating the transformation of the automotive industry toward safe software-defined. As a technically savvy Project Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our customer-facing activities in Korea. With your strong software background and excellent organizational skills, in close collaboration with a renowned OEM and our internal expert teams, you will be well-equipped to manage strategically important projects. Your Tasks: Manage several customer projects in parallel, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget Serve as the main point of contact for project-related topics, ensuring professional and transparent communication with customers Translate customer requirements into internal actions and align closely with engineering teams on technical feasibility Oversee both technical and organizational aspects of project management: milestone planning, risk and claim handling Set up and maintain effective project steering and reporting structures across internal and external stakeholders Lead technical discussions with customers and internal experts, ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle Identify and resolve issues proactively, escalate when needed, and maintain clear, up-to-date documentation and reporting Leverage your hands-on engineering experience to support technical understanding and project alignment where needed Support engineering teams with coordination or mentoring based on previous team leadership experience Your Profile: At least 10 years of overall experience in the automotive software domain Several years of experience managing software development projects in the automotive industry (Tier 1, Tier 2, or OEM) Hands-on engineering experience is required Previous experience as an engineering team lead is a strong advantage Interest and potential to grow into a Customer Center Leadership role is a plus Solid understanding of software development processes, embedded architectures, and integration workflows Familiarity with automotive standards such as ASPICE and ISO 26262 Technical degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience interacting with technical level High level of customer orientation, with the ability to manage expectations and build long-term relationships Structured, proactive, and able to prioritize and stay composed in a dynamic environment Business fluency in both Korean and English Our Offer: Exciting work environment – be part of future high-tech innovations and cutting-edge technologies. We are a team – flat hierarchies, open door policy, communication at eye level and hands-on mentality. Technical Expertise – work among fellow technical experts and minds that will inspire you Trust and responsibility – turn your ideas into reality from day one and have a real impact on megatrends shaping the future. More information about NXP in Korea... #LI-d6f4 NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Thank you for considering a career at NXP. To help you prepare for the different steps in our hiring process, see the following useful advice and tips. Are you already an NXP employee? Do not apply here. Instead, you must apply via our internal career page. Thank you for your interest in supporting our recruitment efforts. Please note that NXP operates under a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for all recruitment activities. 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Responsibilities

Manage multiple customer-facing automotive software projects ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget. Act as the primary technical and organizational point of contact between the OEM customer and internal engineering teams.