We are CARIAD, an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We’re looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we’ll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it.
Role Summary:
The Sr Staff Technical Program Manager, New Product Introduction (NPI) leads the launch of new electronic control units (ECUs) from concept to full-scale production, ensuring they meet cost, quality, compliance, and timing targets. This role drives cross-functional collaboration, supplier performance, and readiness for seamless integration into CARIAD’s hardware portfolio.

GENERAL SKILLS:

• Exceptional communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation—to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong organizational and delegation skills, ensuring effective project execution and accountability
• Strategic and visionary mindset, capable of anticipating future technology trends and aligning them with business needs

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Proven track record in managing the full lifecycle of New Product Introduction (NPI) from concept through market launch
• Strong technical understanding of hardware product design, manufacturing processes, and integration into automotive systems
• Extensive supply chain management expertise for electrical/electronic (EE) components, including lead time forecasting, obsolescence management, and vendor qualification
• Demonstrated leadership as a New Product Introduction Manager or equivalent role in a complex, regulated industry
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., IATF 16949, ISO 9001, environmental regulations)
• Solid understanding of the EE development cycle

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Familiarity with procurement platforms, ERP systems, and inventory management tools for accurate tracking of parts and materials
• Experience with DFx (Design for Manufacturing, Test, and Assembly) principles to ensure efficient product ramp-up

YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of new product introduction (NPI) management in the automotive industry/ technology industry
• 2+ years of hardware platform development experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, supply chain management, engineering, product management or related field

DESIRED EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in engineering, business administration, supply chain management, product management or related field