We are looking for an experienced Department Program Manager to lead product delivery and program execution within an advanced automotive engineering environment focused on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (AD/ADAS).

In this leadership role, you will work closely with Product Managers, Architects, Technical Leaders, and cross-functional engineering teams to drive successful product deliveries, improve delivery flow, and promote a product-centric mindset. You will play a key role in coordinating multiple functions, projects, and programs while ensuring transparency, alignment, and high-quality execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate product delivery across multiple AD/ADAS functions and engineering teams.

• Drive initiatives that improve delivery flow, execution, and operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with Product Managers, Product Owners, Architects, and technical stakeholders to achieve delivery objectives.

• Plan, organize, prioritize, and oversee program activities to meet strategic goals.

• Monitor delivery progress, key milestones, risks, and dependencies while providing clear status updates to stakeholders.

• Ensure technical decisions align with established architecture principles.

• Foster collaboration across software, electronics, systems, and mechanical engineering teams.

• Promote Agile ways of working and strengthen a product-centric culture.

• Lead off-lifecycle development initiatives that enhance product quality and delivery performance.

• Build trust through transparent communication and proactive stakeholder management.

Required Qualifications

• Around 5+ years of experience in Program Management, Flow Management, Release Management, or similar leadership roles.

• Strong experience within the automotive industry, preferably involving AD/ADAS or embedded systems.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional engineering programs.

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and product development processes.

• Technical background with hands-on engineering experience.

• MSc degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Valid driving license.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with embedded software and complex automotive systems.

• Strong planning, risk management, and execution capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Experience working in large-scale Agile organizations.

• Product-centric mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.