About the role
The ideal candidate is highly execution-oriented, technically fluent, and experienced in coordinating software delivery across hardware-constrained timelines.
Key Responsibilities
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Own end-to-end execution of software deliverables (firmware, end-of-line) aligned to hardware build milestones (SMT, FATP, vehicle builds)
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Act as the single point of ownership for software program execution, ensuring alignment across Software Engineering, Product Management, Program Management, and Quality Engineering.
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Drive software roadmap alignment, engineering readiness, milestone planning, and release execution.
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Drive clarity of scope, requirements, dependencies, risks, and delivery timelines, holding teams accountable to commitments.
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Own trade-off decisions across scope, schedule, and quality, with a strong bias toward long-term software sustainability and product quality. Planning, Tools, and Process Excellence
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Establish and enforce strong planning, execution, and tracking frameworks, including Jira workflows and operational metrics.
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Translate complex technical topics into clear executive-level updates, enabling informed decision-making.
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Proactively identify risks, drive mitigation strategies, and resolve execution blockers to maintain schedule, quality, and software readiness.
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Champion operational excellence by continuously improving software development processes, communication, and cross-team execution models.
Technical Leadership & Problem Solving
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Maintain a system-level understanding of software architecture for hardware devices running embedded Linux/Android and cloud-connected services
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Engage deeply with architects and senior engineers to validate feasibility, sequencing, and technical risk.
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Drive resolution of cross-layer issues spanning hardware, system software, applications, and cloud services.
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Ensure engineering quality, integration readiness, and software stability throughout the development lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
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7–10 years of experience in software or technical program management
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Experience delivering software aligned to hardware development and manufacturing builds.
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Background in electrical, systems, or software engineering with strong understanding of embedded systems and software development lifecycles
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Hands-on experience working with consumer electronics or automotive hardware development timelines.
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Proven ability to manage execution across cross-functional and cross-company teams
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