Job Description
Job Description
We are CARIAD, an automotive software development team with the Volkswagen Group. Our mission is to make the automotive experience safer, more sustainable, more comfortable, more digital, and more fun. To achieve that we are building the leading tech stack for the automotive industry and creating a unified software platform for over 10 million new vehicles per year. We're looking for talented, digital minds like you to help us create code that moves the world. Together with you, we'll build outstanding digital experiences and products for all Volkswagen Group brands that will transform mobility. Join us as we shape the future of the car and everyone around it.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a Technical Program Manager I (Contract) to support the Electrical Engineering (EE) team in the planning and execution of hardware build activities for our next-generation infotainment and connectivity platforms. In this role, you will work closely with senior EE engineers, TPMs, and technical leads to help track and coordinate hardware platform development activities, while also engaging with procurement, finance, and vendors to ensure build readiness.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their TPM career who thrives in fast-paced environments, is eager to learn how engineering intersects with engineering operations and has a strong interest in electrical hardware development and project coordination.
Role Responsibilities:
- Support TPMs with vendor engagement, including compliance with legal frameworks, contracts, and global trade requirements
- Assist TPMs with import/export activities for upcoming milestones like demos, prototype builds, sample deliveries, system validation etc.
- Support EE hardware build activities by managing material procurement and availability, and readiness
- Collaborate with procurement and finance to create purchase requests, track orders, and ensure timely material delivery
- Identify and escalate risks and blockers to the senior-level TPMs and EE leads
- Maintain and update project schedules, BOM trackers, documentation, and program management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
- Support data collection and reporting for program status, KPIs, and management updates to support project decision-making for POCs and production programs
Required Specialized Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, business, or a related field
- 1–3 years of experience in project or program coordination, ideally in hardware development or embedded system development
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Hands-on experience working with vendors and suppliers to meet tight project deadlines while maintaining strong relationships with partners
- Clear and professional communication skills for interfacing internal teams, suppliers, and external partners.
- Familiarity with Agile practices and project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or dashboards
- Ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders and navigate ambiguity in a dynamic environment
- Passion for electrical hardware development, learning and improving processes, and enabling forward momentum in a fast-paced organization
Workplace Flexibility:
- This is a contract W2 position
- This role is based in Mountain View, CA and requires onsite presence, remote arrangements not available
- Immediate availability is required. The selected candidate is expected to start promptly upon offer acceptance and pending successful completion of a standard background check and drug screening
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future
- We do not accept C2C (Corp-to-Corp), 1099, or third-party agency submissions for this position
- The hourly contract rate for this position in Mountain View, CA is $48.00 - $60.00, depending on factors such as qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, and training.
CARIAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.