Car, EV engineering senior manager/director

Role Description The Car, EV Engineering Senior Manager/Director is a full-time remote role responsible for leading cross-functional engineering teams that design, develop, and integrate EV systems and software. In this position, you will define technical direction, set priorities, and oversee execution of end-to-end engineering projects, from requirements through production readiness. You will collaborate with product, hardware, software, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of vehicle systems, meeting performance, safety, and regulatory standards. The role involves managing project timelines and budgets, removing blockers, mentoring engineering leaders, and establishing best practices in design, testing, and release. You will also drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and tools, support strategic planning, and represent engineering in executive discussions and stakeholder meetings.
Qualifications
Strong Engineering Management and Team Leadership skills, with experience building and guiding high-performing engineering teams.
Hands-on experience in Software Development related to automotive or embedded systems, with the ability to review designs and technical decisions.
Proficiency in Project Management, including planning, resource allocation, risk management, and delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary initiatives.
Expertise in Integration of hardware and software components in EV or automotive platforms, ensuring system reliability and performance.
Background in electrical, mechanical, or automotive engineering, or a related field; advanced degree is beneficial.
Experience with EV architectures, vehicle systems (battery, powertrain, control systems), and relevant safety and regulatory standards.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across remote, distributed teams.
Proven track record in strategic planning, stakeholder management, and technical decision-making at a senior or director level.

Work arrangement
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