Senior Technical Program Manager, Infotainment Software at Rivian and VW Group Technology

Belgrade, Central Serbia, Serbia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical program management, Software release lifecycle, Hardware-software integration, Agile methodologies, Jira, Confluence, Test automation, Quality assurance, Cross-functional leadership, Infotainment systems, Requirement alignment, Technical success metrics, Stakeholder management, Release management

Industry

Software Development

Description

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 We are seeking a highly skilled software Sr. Technical Program Manager to drive execution and deliverables for vehicle infotainment systems. This role is crucial to meet aggressive release, performance, quality, and feature-delivery goals across vehicle targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in software release lifecycle, development, and hardware-software integration, coupled with expert program management skills. Responsibilities Drive infotainment software deliverables, including requirements alignment, schedule, and application development Support partner negotiations to deliver the best working model and product Drive technical delivery alignment across distributed teams in different time zones Establish and maintain program schedules across features, releases, and workstreams Collaborate closely with engineering, testing, and analytics teams to define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and technical success metrics. Act as a bridge between Rivian and Volkswagen engineering cultures, harmonizing disparate development processes into a unified execution engine. Identify and mitigate bottlenecks between hardware availability (test benches/prototype vehicles) and software release cycles. Qualifications BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or other related technical fields. Proven ability to influence without authority in a complex, multi-stakeholder, cross-functional environment. Expert in agile processes and running software teams using JIRA, Confluence, and other program management tools. Exceptional English communication skills, with a track record of distilling complex technical data into executive-level briefings Familiarity with test automation frameworks and quality assurance processes. 5+ years of experience in technical program/product management Bonus qualifications Automotive industry experience Working knowledge of Figma, Android, Gitlab, and CI/CD workflow Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet) Pay Disclosure Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. Company Statements Total Rewards Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site. External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board (https://internal-careers-rivian.icims.com/). 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com. 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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. 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Responsibilities

The Senior Technical Program Manager will drive the execution and delivery of vehicle infotainment software, ensuring alignment across distributed teams and hardware-software integration. They will act as a bridge between engineering cultures to harmonize development processes and meet aggressive release and quality goals.