Technical Project Lead-ADAS

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Hiring Remotely in Yokohama, Kanagawa, JPN
Remote or Hybrid
Mid level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Lead end-to-end development projects for automotive ADAS camera and sensor-ECU systems. Responsibilities include planning, execution, monitoring, resource and timeline management, cross-functional team leadership, stakeholder coordination, progress reporting, risk and issue resolution, and compliance with automotive development standards. The role coordinates hardware, software, systems engineering, and testing teams while supporting global and Japanese customer communication.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.

Job Responsibilities:

Technical Project Lead (TPL) -ADAS

Role Summary

  • Lead projects for a customer and execute the task from the start to development completion, then end of product’s life.

Job Description

  • Responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and completing development.
  • The project assumes a camera or similar system including sensor and ECU.
  • Manage the scope, goals, timeline, resources and so on about the development.
  • Management of a project team which includes HW, SW, system engineer, test and so on.
  • Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders.
  • Report project progress to the superior and the global team and control as necessary.
  • Access and manage risks and resolve issues.
  • Comply with internal process and automotive industry standards (e.g. ISO 26262, ASPICE)

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience in project management or as a development team leader (preferably more than 2 years).
  • Knowledge about problem solving method such as FMEA, FTA and DRBFM.
  • Understanding of development life cycles and agile development methodologies.
  • Understanding of development processes based on IATF16949.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience of development of a camera system or similar ADAS system.
  • Experience in the automotive parts manufacturing industry.
  • Experience of managing large-scale technical projects.
  • Experience of working in multicultural and multinational teams.
  • Basic knowledge about camera sensing- perception/ECU structure/processing of image signal
  • Knowledge about vehicle communication protocol (e.g. CAN. LIN, Ethernet)

Soft Skill

  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Communication in English with members in other regions such as US and India. 
  • Skill and experience of communication in Japanese with Japanese customers.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering such as electrical, computer or related field.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Electronics

Skills Required

  • More than 2 years of experience in project management or development team leadership
  • Knowledge of problem-solving methods including FMEA, FTA, and DRBFM
  • Understanding of development life cycles and agile development methodologies
  • Understanding of development processes based on IATF 16949
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field
  • ADAS camera or similar system development experience
  • Automotive parts manufacturing industry experience
  • Large-scale technical project management experience
  • Experience working in multicultural and multinational teams
  • Basic knowledge of camera sensing, perception, ECU structure, and image signal processing
  • Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Ethernet
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • English communication skills with global team members
  • Japanese communication skills with Japanese customers

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical plan choice includes Enhanced PPO, Standard PPO, and an Advantage HDHP with free preventive care and $0 Teladoc, with in‑network deductibles as low as $200 and out‑of‑pocket maximums starting at $2,000. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability plus basic life/AD&D, along with enhanced dental/vision options in 2026, reinforce comprehensive coverage.
  • Retirement Support The 401(k) design features automatic enrollment, a 3% nonelective company contribution after six months, and a 50% match on the first 6% employees contribute. Plan documents and recent filings corroborate this structure, and some divisions also highlight profit‑sharing as part of total rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support U.S. materials outline paid parental leave for non‑union employees (up to five consecutive weeks at 66 2/3% pay) that coordinates with STD/FMLA and allows PTO top‑ups. Mental health resources and an Employee & Family Assistance Program add family‑oriented support across plans.

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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