Seamlessly Integrate Your Skills for a Leading Automotive Brand
About the Role:
We are searching for talented Software Integration Managers to join our team for exciting work on Infotainment Software for both VCU and CCU platforms. This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, keeping us on track to deliver a phenomenal customer experience.
Hybrid Work Model
This role embraces a hybrid work model, balancing the best of both worlds:
You’ll primarily work from your choice of our Warren, MI, or Milford, MI offices at minimum three days a week. This allows for collaboration and connection while offering flexibility for focused, individual work as needed.
Responsibilities:
As a Software Integration Manager, you’ll play a critical role in our vehicle development cycle. This will include:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and drive the comprehensive integration strategies for VCU or CCU software development releases.
- Coordination: Collaborate with various teams, including SDV PMs, Product Owners, Software Quality experts, and Vehicle Program Teams to ensure alignment and efficient workflows.
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Issue Management: Drive the timely resolution of all software issues, keeping detailed records and facilitating communication with key stakeholders.
- Process Ownership: Implement and refine software development and release schedule, balancing speed with meticulous attention to detail.
Be Part of Our Team:
Our success is fueled by the power of a diverse, inclusive community. We believe in providing an environment where every voice matters, and each team member feels valued.
Join Us and Make a Difference:
If you are passionate about playing a key role in delivering cutting-edge software solutions for the future of automotive, we want to hear from you!
What You Will Do:
- Lead: Plan and coordinate software releases, coordinating the integration of new features and ensuring adherence to release schedules.
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Troubleshoot: Utilize your expertise to identify and resolve complex software issues, ensuring efficient issue escalation and resolution.
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Communicate: Deliver clear and concise status reports, updates, and presentations to various stakeholders, fostering transparency and alignment across teams.
- Stay Ahead: Continuously research and stay abreast of new technologies and industry trends to ensure our solutions are world-class
Your Skills & Abilities:
As our ideal candidate, you’ll bring a unique combination of technical prowess and leadership skills.
- 7+ years: Demonstrated experience in managing software development cycles.
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Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Systems, Automotive, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Computer), Business Administration, Finance, or a related field experience
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JIRA Proficiency: Proven success utilizing JIRA for issue tracking and resolution.
- Relationship Builder: Ability to establish strong relationships both locally and globally, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Multitasking Expert: Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Detail-Oriented: Moribund to meticulous attention to detail and process orientation.
- We’re ready for your leadership: start a career where your ideas matter.
What Sets You Apart:
- Experience Matters: 10+ years of demonstrable experience in the field.
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Tools: Familiarity with tools like Git, Jenkins, and GitHub.
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Master’s Degree:
- BigPicture Thinking: Deep understanding of industry standards including Autosar, CAN, and other protocols.
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Project Management Expertise: Black Belt DFSS Certification and/or Project Management Professional Certification.
What advice would you give to someone interested in pursuing a career as a Software Integration Manager in the automotive sector?
## Interview with an Automotive Software Integration Manager
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**Host:** Welcome back to TechTalk, where today we delve into the world of automotive software with a leading figure in the industry.
Joining us today is [Alex Reed’s Name], a Software Integration Manager with a wealth of experience bringing cutting-edge software to life within the exciting field of connected vehicles. Welcome to the show!
**Alex Reed:** Thanks for having me.
**Host:** The job market seems to be brimming with opportunities for Software Integration Managers, especially in the automotive sector. Can you tell us a little bit about the role and what someone in this position does on a daily basis?
**Alex Reed:** Absolutely.
Being a Software Integration Manager is like being the conductor of an orchestra. You’re bringing together all these different software components – imagine the infotainment system, the vehicle control unit, the connectivity features – and ensuring they mesh seamlessly to deliver a phenomenal customer experience.
Each day involves a lot of collaboration with various teams like software developers, project managers, quality assurance experts, and even the teams working on the physical vehicle adapt. We develop integration strategies, troubleshoot issues when they arise, and constantly push for efficiency and quality in the software development lifecycle.
**Host:** That sounds like a highly challenging yet rewarding role. Your job posting mentions a hybrid work model. How important is flexibility in a role like this?
**Alex Reed:** Flexibility is crucial in this fast-paced industry. Being able to work from the office for collaboration and focused brainstorming sessions, while also having the ability to work from home for focused work, allows for a better work-life balance without compromising on productivity.
**Host: ** It appears the demand for skilled Software Integration Managers is growing. What advice would you give to aspiring professionals looking to enter this field?
**Alex Reed:**
The automotive industry is undergoing a massive transformation with the rise of connected vehicles and autonomous driving.
So my advice to aspiring professionals would be to:
* **Sharpen your technical skills**:
Master programming languages like C++, Python, or Java, and familiarize yourself with automotive software architectures and protocols.
* **Develop strong communication and teamwork skills**: Collaboration is paramount in this role.
* **Stay curious**: Continually learn about emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, as they are increasingly shaping the future of automotive software.
**Host:** Excellent advice indeed. [Alex Reed’s Name], thank you for sharing your insights with us today.
**Alex Reed:** It was my pleasure!
**Host:** And to our listeners, if you’re interested in learning more about this exciting field, be sure to check out the resources mentioned in our show notes.
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