Senior or Staff Technical Program Manager, Body & Lighting Controls Subsystem - Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies : Job Details

Senior or Staff Technical Program Manager, Body & Lighting Controls Subsystem

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Job Location : Irvine,CA, USA

Posted on : 2025-07-17T00:57:38Z

Job Description :
Senior or Staff Technical Program Manager, Body & Lighting Controls Subsystem

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About UsRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for the automotive's next chapter. We focus on operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud, and connectivity solutions to address electric vehicle challenges and set standards for software-defined vehicles worldwide.

Role SummaryWe seek a highly skilled Senior or Staff Technical Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in developing vehicle body and lighting subsystems. You will oversee complex programs related to body closures, occupant visibility, lighting, and advanced features, ensuring successful system integration for next-gen EVs.

Responsibilities

  • Program Leadership: Lead end-to-end programs delivering hardware and software for body controls and lighting across EV platforms, aligning with company goals and milestones.
  • Systems Engineering & Scoping: Collaborate on integration requirements, test asset needs, and test plans based on deliverables and timing.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with hardware, software, and validation teams for seamless integration and validation.
  • Prioritization & Planning: Develop timelines, allocate resources, and prioritize components based on risk and milestones.
  • Technical Risk Management: Identify and resolve technical issues, manage risks to prevent delays.
  • Integration Testing: Coordinate verification plans, promote automation, and ensure quality standards.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Provide updates, escalate issues, and mitigate risks proactively.
  • Continuous Improvement: Optimize management processes, workflows, and testing practices.

    • Qualifications

    • BS/MS in relevant engineering fields; advanced degrees preferred.
    • 5+ years in technical program management, with 3+ years in automotive/EV system integration.
    • Experience managing hardware/software integration projects, systems engineering, and validation strategies.
    • Knowledge of vehicle architectures, embedded systems, and control software.
    • Hands-on experience with ECUs, integration, and validation; familiarity with tools like Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, CarSim.
    • Proficiency in Agile/Waterfall project management; adept with JIRA, Confluence.

    Pay Disclosure

    Salary Range for Palo Alto, CA: $132,100 - 170,100 USD. For California: $121,500 - 160,800 USD. Compensation depends on experience and location.

    Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance, effective from day one.

    Equal Opportunity

    We are committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact: [email protected].

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