Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

About the role

We are seeking an experienced people leader to manage a team of Technical Program Managers embedded across homologation, product security, functional safety, and quality programs within our Product Integrity organization. In this role, you will set strategic direction for the team, drive cross-functional alignment, and ensure the highest standards of rigor and execution as we bring next-generation software-defined vehicles to market.

What you'll bring

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field
• 10+ years of progressive Technical or Engineering Program Management experience, with a strong track record in complex, safety-critical or regulated software-hardware products at scale
• 3+ years of direct people management experience leading teams of program or project managers
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following domains: homologation/regulatory compliance, product/cybersecurity, functional safety (ISO 26262 or equivalent), or quality management systems
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, with a proven ability to align and motivate diverse cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders in highly dynamic environments
• Deep, practical mastery of both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies, with advanced proficiency in Jira and other program management tools
• Proven track record of developing talent and building high-performing teams
• Experience in the automotive industry, particularly with type approval, homologation, or regional regulatory compliance processes
• Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity standards (ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29), functional safety standards (ISO 26262, IEC 61508)
• Previous experience as a software or hardware product development engineer
• Experience with over-the-air (OTA) software update strategies and deployment for connected devices or systems
• PMP, SAFe, or equivalent program management certification