Project Manager - Automotive Software

Role Overview

Lead cross-functional development projects within Function & Software Defined Vehicle (FSDV), ensuring delivery from early concept through industrialization and product introduction. The role combines project leadership and technical coordination, to drive execution in a complex, software-driven vehicle environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Delivery

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of cross-functional programs (hardware, software, integration).
  • Drive execution across scope, timing, cost, quality, and features (QDCCFS).
  • Ensure alignment with product/platform strategy and business objectives.

• Planning & Execution

  • Develop and maintain L1-L3 plans, milestones, and dependencies.
  • Break down program scope into streams, epics, and deliverables (e.g., Jira structure).
  • Maintain critical path, monitor deviations, and delivery risks.

• Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Lead collaboration across engineering domains (EE, SW, integration, testing, purchasing).
  • Act as the central interface between stakeholders (product, system architects, suppliers).
  • Facilitate alignment across global teams and organizations (GSO, GOT, etc.).

• Scope & Requirements Management

  • Define, balance, and secure requirements from multiple stakeholders.
  • Manage scope changes, concept decisions, and technical trade-offs.

• Cost, Resources & Budget

  • Consolidate cost estimations and track budget performance.
  • Secure resource allocation and monitor utilization.

• Risk & Quality Management

  • Maintain risk register and drive mitigation actions.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, functional safety, cybersecurity, and legal requirements.

• Governance & Reporting

  • Prepare and present project status at gates and governance forums.
  • Ensure clear and structured communication (Jira, Confluence, SharePoint).

Typical Deliverables

• Project plans and milestone roadmaps.
• Scope documentation and technical descriptions.
• Budget and resource forecasts.
• Risk registers and mitigation plans.
• Gate review material and executive reports.

Key Competencies

• Technical / Domain

  • Automotive development lifecycle (incl. SW-defined vehicle context).
  • Integration, verification & validation, system architecture.
  • Functional safety (ISO 26262 considered a strong plus).

• Project & Consulting Skills

  • Strong planning, structuring, and execution capability.
  • Stakeholder management across global organizations.
  • Ability to structure complexity and drive decision-making.

• Soft Skills

  • Leadership in ambiguous environments.
  • Clear communication and influence without authority.
  • Problem solving and risk anticipation.

Pay

Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than 400 clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are CMM Level 5 company.