Product Manager, Analyst – Middleware

Position Overview: 

We are looking for a Product Manager Analyst to join Aptiv’s Digital Cockpit& Middleware product group.  

The Product Manager will support every stage of the product lifecycle: from strategic planning and roadmap creation to feature definition, product development, launch, and market activation. This role focuses on the middleware and software-defined vehicle platform competitive analysis and customer problem validation. A key part of the role includes collaboration with OEM customers, internal engineering teams, and marketing functions to support business development efforts, OEM pursuits, and showcase events like CES and global tech days. 

• Analyze middleware and software platform competitive landscape starting with automotive but expanding into adjacent markets. 

• Write clear, detailed product requirements documents (PRDs) and user stories based on product vision and user needs to drive alignment and roadmap execution with engineering 

• Collaborate with engineering and program teams to apply Agile product development techniques, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and iterative validation 

• Support the development and launch of new features and products by working with hardware, software, UX, and system engineering teams 

• Support global OEM pursuits by contributing to RFQ responses, preparing demonstration materials, and supporting pre-sales engagements 

• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and regulatory developments to continuously refine product strategies 

• Collaborate with marketing and customer engineering teams to develop training materials, product documentation, and communications tools 

• Partner with Aptiv’s global product teams and suppliers to ensure roadmap alignment and technical integration feasibility 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline 

• 1–3 years of experience in product management, system engineering, or business development—preferably in automotive, embedded systems and software, and software lifecycle management of embedded applications. 

• Familiarity with existing middleware solutions such as Adaptive AutoSAR, Data Distribution Services and/or ROS 2 is a bonus. 

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with a growth mindset 

• Passion for innovation, user experience, and next-generation vehicle technologies 

• Willingness to travel internationally for team alignment, OEM engagements, and major events