Staff Technical Program Manager (Vehicle Access Systems) in Palo Alto, CA

Job title: Staff Technical Program Manager (Vehicle Access Systems) in Palo Alto, CA at Rivian Company: Rivian Job description: Job Description:About UsRivian 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 SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Technical Program Management leader to drive Vehicle Access Systems and Integrations across teams. The ideal candidate will have a full-stack software and/or product development experience, leaning into deep technical knowledge while successfully communicating and influencing leaders, developers, and partners to land business-critical deliverables. Responsibilities

• Plan, create and maintain technical schedules, priorities, and execution plans for multiple software product development programs crossing organizational boundaries
• Drive broad/deep cross-functional software programs internally and across partners
• Collaborate with and influence engineering, product and technical partners, including leadership and development teams, to achieve business and technical goals.
• Expertly manage stakeholder expectations, actively identifying, communicating, and mitigating dependencies and risks
• Ensure technical designs are properly evaluated for feasibility, scalability, and quality
• Provide strong leadership to unblock obstacles and rigorously prioritize

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Deep understanding of software architectures for Linux/Android-based embedded systems and electronics hardware
• Product development experience in computer engineering and/or electronics
• Expert in SW development methodologies and tools, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment

Bonus Skills

• Experience with Bluetooth and UWB protocols and related standards (e.g. CCC)
• Experience in vendor management and certification/homologation
• Cloud and/or Application layer development experience
• Direct experience in software defined vehicles HW/SW development

Pay DisclosureSalary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $167,400 - $209,300 USD (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 OpportunityRivian 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 .Candidate Data PrivacyRivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. 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.Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.Please see our and for more information.Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Expected salary: Location: Palo Alto, CA Job date: Sat, 05 Apr 2025 03:07:55 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply for this job