Senior Program Manager -E/E systems AMG

About MBRDI:
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), headquartered in Bengaluru with a satellite office in Pune, is the largest R&D center for Mercedes-Benz Group AG outside of Germany. Our mission is to drive innovation and excellence in automotive engineering, digitalization, and sustainable mobility solutions, shaping the future of mobility.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the SW development of Body Electronics.
Lead the BTV team for the Body Electronics ECU.
Coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders.
Manage people development and career growth for the team.
Act as the first point of escalation for all project and business-related queries.
Ensure alignment and implementation of project strategy in line with organizational strategy as part of the leadership team.
Lead cross-functional activities and collaborate with the leadership team as needed.
Travel globally based on business needs to participate in supplier discussions, technical discussions, and management discussions.
Lead SW Validation for the MDS process.
Plan, execute, and track tasks across project deliverables.
Drive communication with internal and external partners.
Support cross-functional and strategic topics.

Required Skills and Experience:
12-15 years of experience in Embedded Software Development and Validation.
Extensive experience in automotive electronics/electrical Body Electronics domain from an OEM or Tier-1/2 environment.
Strong understanding of Body Comfort development for AUTOSAR-based software development.
Good understanding of software development and validation functionality.
Good exposure to tools and standards such as PVCS, SVN, DOORS, CAN, FlexRay, and ISO 26262.
Experience in Embedded Software development and testing.
Experience in Body and Comfort Electrical & Electronics Component Development, including software and hardware.
Strong project management skills.
Strong communication skills to handle senior management presentations.
Team leadership and people management skills.
Ability to manage internal stakeholders such as VP, DGM, team members, project teams, and TEV.
Ability to manage external stakeholders such as MBC colleagues, suppliers, and EDLs.

Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have):
Experience working in an OEM or Tier-1/2 automotive environment.
Experience in AUTOSAR-based Body Comfort software development.
Exposure to automotive compliance, software processes, and ISO 26262.
Experience in milestone planning, supplier discussions, product reviews, and global stakeholder management.
Ability to collaborate with international teams and participate in global technical and management discussions.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a purpose-driven organization that's shaping the future of mobility.
Work on cutting-edge technologies and global projects.
Thrive in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.
Access world-class infrastructure and learning opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
At MBRDI, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, background, or ability.