Senior Engineering Program Manager – Stuttgart (w/m/d)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential automotive technology client seeking a Senior Engineering Program Manager to join their autonomous vehicle program management team in Munich, Germany. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of advanced driver assistance and self-driving systems through direct customer engagement and cross-functional leadership.

As part of our talent team at Get A Job.ai, we're seeking an experienced engineering leader who can bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology development and customer delivery. You'll manage the full lifecycle of safety-critical automotive programs, from requirements capture through product launch.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and launch programs for autonomous driving technology with major OEM customers
• Serve as the primary voice of the customer, ensuring successful product implementation and application
• Define and refine product requirements with deep technical understanding and hands-on validation
• Establish and manage working models and process structures across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Oversee delivery of software and hardware components from initiation through launch, aligned with customer program timelines
• Manage complex requirements sets (20,000+ requirements) including traceability, test coverage, and system architecture alignment
• Drive customer ticket resolution for critical driving functions and base technology, including evidence tracing and acceptance criteria negotiation
• Coordinate feature rollout for ADAS driving functions, performance testing, and issue management
• Implement process and technical improvements to enhance engineering efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Build and scale cross-functional team structures focused on new and existing product delivery

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing or leading software development projects or teams
• Customer-facing experience in automotive or safety-critical systems strongly preferred
• Proven track record managing large-scale requirements and complex system integrations
• Strong proficiency with modern program management tools (Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Smart Sheet)
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, self-organized approach to project management
• Outstanding communication skills in English; German language skills are a plus
• Cultural sensitivity and experience working in multi-cultural environments
• Passion for autonomous vehicle technology and its impact on future mobility
• Hands-on mentality with desire to experience products in real-world conditions

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, one of our specialized recruiters will review your background and conduct an initial screening call. If there's a strong match, we'll submit your profile to our client and guide you through their interview process. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication should go through our recruitment team to ensure the best outcome for your candidacy.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on your experience and qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Get A Job.ai is committed to inclusive hiring practices and equal opportunity employment. We evaluate all candidates based on qualifications and merit.