We have embarked on a highly ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for our cities. As a program manager, you will work cross-functionally with our engineering leaders across software, hardware, vehicle engineering, and product to drill-down our corporate strategy into tactical and detailed road maps that facilitate effective execution at each stage of our growth curve. You will work with each engineering team to develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate on-going progress.
You will facilitate and support time-sensitive key strategic and tactical decisions by framing the decisions appropriately and ensuring that information is complete and clearly communicated. It is your job to ensure that all engineering groups are coordinated, understand their priorities, and are on-track to deliver on our corporate milestones on time and on budget.
Responsibilities
- Work with cross-functional hardware system owners to translate the top-down vehicle program goals and milestones into detailed product road maps, timelines, and deliverables
- Ensure every stakeholder understands what they need to deliver at all times
- Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
- Ensure problems are transparent and risks are identified and proactively ensure that risk mitigating actions are on-going within the engineering teams
- Set the agenda for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks
and retire risks - Support key decisions working cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and strategy to reach the right conclusions
Requirements
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in engineering hardware development, program management.
- Deep familiarity with the automotive development processes, with experience launching automotive electronics modules.
- Experience managing external, international T1 suppliers to deliver through all stages of an automotive development program.
Bonus Qualification
- Strong track-record in managing complex cross-functional projects.
- Strong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments
- An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each audience
- Proficient in tools required to manage complex projects
- Hands-on firmware and hardware development experience, with a deep understanding of system integration and technical challenges.
- PMP or other project management qualifications.
Benefits
**Salary & Benefits**
- Salary: $140,000 - $150,000 annually
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Free breakfast and lunch
Top Skills
What We Do
Sigma Software Vertex is where engineering excellence meets human connection. As part of Sigma Software Group, a global tech powerhouse with 2,000+ experts across 20 countries, we bring 22+ years of award-winning IT consulting into a bold, fresh context. We believe in loyalty, real relationships, and helping both talent and companies grow to their full potential. With roots in Swedish values and a global reach, we specialize in connecting ambitious engineers with forward-thinking companies across industries. Our name says it all: Vertex is the peak, and we’re here to climb it with you. Whether you're a client or a consultant, this is a place to build, evolve, and thrive.
