Program Manager - Automotive Domain

Description :

Title/Position : Program Manager

Location : Bangalore

Education : Bachelors degree

Experience : 10+ years

Key Responsibilities :

- Work closely with Business Unit head in defining strategy for the BU

- Responsible & accountable for engineering execution and deliveries for customer projects across globe

- Work proactively with different stake holders in the organization for successful execution and project reporting

- Work proactively with HR team for hiring talented and capable engineers to fulfil the business needs

- Mentor the teams growth & create a conducive environment in the BU for their success

- Support sales team in customer facing activities, proposal preparation to win business

Job Summary :

- We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Program Manager with a background in the automotive industry and expertise in Agile methodologies

- The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex software projects, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining high-quality standards

- Knowledge of HIL/SIL, ISO 26262 (Functional Safety), Jira , and GitHub is highly desirable

Key Responsibilities :

Project Management :

- Lead and manage end-to-end software development projects in the automotive domain, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer requirements

- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders

- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets

Agile Implementation :

- Drive Agile practices and methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) across cross-functional teams

- Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and other Agile ceremonies

- Ensure continuous improvement by identifying and addressing bottlenecks in the development process

Stakeholder Collaboration :

- Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including engineering teams, product managers, and customers

- Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans effectively to all stakeholders

Compliance And Standards :

- Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards, particularly ISO 26262 for functional safety

- Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements

Tool Proficiency :

- Utilize Jira for project tracking, backlog management, and reporting

- Leverage GitHub for version control, code reviews, and collaboration

Risk Management :

- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the development lifecycle

- Proactively address issues to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables

Team Leadership :

- Mentor and guide cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment

- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning

Qualifications :

- Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Experience :

- Overall 10years of experience in which 5+ years of experience in software project/program management, preferably in the automotive industry

- Experience with automotive embedded systems and software

- Good understanding of Agile methodologies and tools (Scrum, Kanban, Jira, etc

- Familiarity with ISO 26262 and its application in automotive software development

- Experience with version control systems like GitHub

Skills :

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

- Knowledge of automotive software development processes and tools

Good-to-Have :

- Certification in Agile (e., Certified ScrumMaster, SAFe Agilist)

- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

- Knowledge of other automotive standards like AUTOSAR, ASPICE, etc

- Working knowledge with HIL/SIL

About Us :

- Tessolve Semiconductors, a venture of Hero Electronix, is a Design and Test Engineering Service Company providing End to End Solutions from Product Engineering, Software, Hardware, Wireless, Automotive and Embedded Solutions

- Tessolve offers a unique combination of pre-silicon and post-silicon expertise to provide an efficient turnkey solution for silicon bring-up, spec to the product

- With 3000+ employees worldwide,

- Tessolve provides a one-stop-shop solution with full-fledged hardware and software capabilities, including its advanced silicon and system testing labs

- Tessolve offers a Turnkey ASIC Solution, from design to packaged parts

- We have a global presence with office locations in the United States, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Germany, United Kingdom, China, UK, Japan, Thailand, Philippines, and Test Labs in India, Singapore, Malaysia, Austin, San Jose

- Tessolve offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits along with an electric work environment to scale ones intellect, skills and growth