Senior Program Manager -IT Validation Solutions

Aufgaben Lead the Engineering IT team responsible for delivering scalable Validation Solutions across the automotive V-Cycle. Drive developer productivity, validation automation, AI-enabled engineering, and modern toolchains that accelerate Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) development while improving quality, efficiency, and time-to-market.

Key Responsibilities

Own the roadmap and delivery of Validation Engineering IT solutions supporting SiL, HiL, XiL, simulation, testing, and release validation ecosystems. Lead and develop a high-performing team of software engineers, DevOps engineers, platform specialists, and solution architects. Drive modernization of validation platforms through cloud, automation, AI, and DevOps practices.

Improve the developer journey by enabling self-service, integrated toolchains, and AI-powered engineering solutions. Collaborate with MB.OS, E/E, Powertrain, and Vehicle Integration teams to deliver business value. Establish KPI-driven governance covering platform adoption, validation throughput, automation coverage, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

Ensure reliable operations, security, scalability, and continuous improvement of validation platforms and infrastructure. Qualifikationen 15+ years of experience in Automotive Software Engineering, Engineering IT, Validation Solutions, or Engineering Toolchain Development. Proven leadership experience managing teams, platforms, or large transformation programs.

Strong track record in digitalization initiatives using KPIs and data-driven decision making. Demonstrated contribution to innovation and business value creation. Experience working in global and multicultural environments.