Senior Software Program Manager

2 Weeks ago • 8-8 Years • Research & Development • $160,000 PA - $304,750 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

NVIDIA's Automotive Software team seeks a Senior Software Program Manager to lead the delivery of core development programs (DRIVE OS) for autonomous vehicles. Responsibilities include driving software releases, managing the release cycle across development, hardware integration, and SQA, defining releases and managing features, bug fixes, and testing. The role requires collaboration with stakeholders, regular communication of program status, managing external consultants, and ensuring successful deployment of DRIVEOS processes. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience leading automotive software engineering projects, expertise in ASPICE and ISO 26262, and strong communication skills.
Must have:
  • 8+ years leading automotive software projects
  • BS/MS in CS or related field
  • ASPICE & ISO 26262 expertise
  • Automotive SW development KPIs knowledge
  • Configuration & Change Management proficiency
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills
Good to have:
  • ASPICE/ISO 26262 assessment experience
  • Automotive software development experience
  • Jira/Jama proficiency
  • Scripting experience (Python, JavaScript, REST APIs)
  • Strong software engineering principles understanding
Perks:
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

At NVIDIA, our life's work is to amplify human imagination and intelligence. The automotive industry is at disruption & NVIDIA is at the forefront of the autonomous vehicle revolution, powering many key solutions for major car manufacturers. We are engaged in the key areas of automotive business where visual computing & AI matters: AI Cockpit and Autonomous Vehicles (AV). Autonomous vehicles need a supercomputer on wheels, it's an AI & SW heavy computational challenge. There isn't an off-the-shelf platform which stands up to this challenge, so we are building our own. We need passionate, hard-working and creative people to help use pursue this ambitious project!

The NVIDIA Automotive Software team has a key opening for a Senior Software Program Manager. This group is responsible for the delivery of the core development programs (DRIVE OS) which form the basis for all customer specific programs, the main development context for the generic Automotive development platform as well as new technology bring-up and development. We are looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and isn’t afraid to roll-up their sleeves and get their hands dirty. You are a self-starter, with excellent interpersonal skills. You will support our software development teams, drive and track release & automotive safety milestones, handle software postings & communicate the plan across various Business Units!

What you'll be doing:

  • Drive and track software releases for new hardware or software features.

  • Lead the software release cycle across development, hardware integration, SQA, and product management.

  • Define releases, manage features, bug fixes, testing, and documentation.

  • Manage risks and resolve issues affecting release scope, schedule, and quality.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders on software issues and technical feedback.

  • Regularly communicate program status and key issues to management.

  • Define and manage work packages for external consultants.

  • Ensure successful deployment of DRIVEOS processes within assigned releases.

What we need to see:

  • 8+ years leading automotive software engineering projects.

  • BS/MS in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.

  • Expertise in ASPICE and ISO 26262 safety standards.

  • Strong knowledge of Automotive SW development KPIs.

  • Proficient in Configuration and Change Management.

  • Excellent communication and technical presentation skills.

  • Led global projects and successful releases with short cadences.

  • Proven strategic thinker with the ability to build consensus.

  • Innovative problem solver for technical issues and resource conflicts.

  • Delivered complex products to customers on time.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • ASPICE assessment experience for MAN process areas or ISO 26262 assessment experience.

  • Previous experience as an Automotive software developer, enabling effective team mentorship.

  • Proficient with Jira and/or Jama, with the ability to train engineering teams.

  • Hands-on experience with scripting (Python, Google Scripts/JavaScript, REST APIs, Google Sheets).

  • Strong understanding of software engineering principles.

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous and interested in helping us with the next wave of autonomous driving solutions we want to hear from you.

The base salary range is 160,000 USD - 304,750 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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