SDV Lead – Strategy & Program Management

Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced SDV Lead – Strategy & Program Management to drive Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) strategy, roadmap development, program execution, platform planning, and cross-functional collaboration. The role will focus on aligning SDV initiatives with business objectives, managing strategic partnerships, and enabling software-driven vehicle innovation and lifecycle capabilities.

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Key Responsibilities1. SDV Strategy & RoadmapDefine and drive the Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) vision, strategy, and execution roadmap aligned with global OEM objectives.Translate business goals into prioritized SDV initiatives, programs, and milestones.Lead phased SDV transformation across vehicle platforms, applications, and lifecycle capabilities.Benchmark industry and competitor SDV strategies to maintain technological leadership and competitiveness.Establish long-term plans for software-driven vehicle innovation and digital services.2. Cross-Functional Program PlanningIdentify, define, and prioritize SDV use cases, including:Infotainment SystemsOver-the-Air (OTA) UpdatesDigital Key SolutionsVoice User Interface (VUI)Connected Vehicle ServicesCollaborate with product management, engineering, business, and digital teams to define priorities and delivery plans.Define program KPIs, success metrics, and value realization targets.Establish governance frameworks, milestone tracking, risk management, and executive reporting mechanisms.3. SDV Architecture & Platform PlanningPartner with engineering teams to define and evolve SDV architecture covering:Central Compute PlatformsZonal ArchitectureVehicle Operating SystemsMiddleware PlatformsAPIs and Service IntegrationCloud ConnectivityOTA InfrastructureEnsure alignment with SDV ecosystems and platforms such as Arene, QNX, Android Automotive, and cloud platforms.Enable hardware-software decoupling for scalable software deployment and feature delivery.4. Ecosystem & Partner ManagementDrive collaboration with global engineering teams, business stakeholders, Tier-1 suppliers, and technology partners.Lead joint planning activities and ensure integration alignment across the partner ecosystem.Facilitate strategic partnerships supporting SDV platform development and deployment.5. Connected Operations & Lifecycle ManagementDefine and manage vehicle lifecycle capabilities, including:OTA Software UpdatesFeature Activation/DeactivationSubscription-Based FeaturesSoftware Monetization ModelsEstablish frameworks for release management, feature rollout planning, post-launch monitoring, and continuous improvement.Utilize vehicle and customer data analytics to improve feature adoption and operational performance.6. Business Case Development & Value RealizationDevelop and maintain business cases and ROI models supporting ECU consolidation, cost optimization, software reuse, subscription revenue, and feature monetization.Align SDV investments with product strategy, vehicle volumes, pricing models, and customer lifetime value (CLV).Track benefits realization against business objectives and targets.7. Capability Building & Organizational DevelopmentAssess capability gaps and drive development in embedded software engineering, cloud technologies, DevOps, engineering tools and automation, and validation and testing frameworks.Support the establishment of SDV innovation labs, prototyping environments, and simulation and validation platforms.Promote SDV best practices, standards, and organizational readiness.
Required Skills & ExpertiseSoftware-Defined Vehicle (SDV) strategy and roadmap development.Program and portfolio management.Automotive software architecture and platform planning.Connected vehicle technologies and digital services.OTA updates and vehicle lifecycle management.Central compute platforms and zonal architecture.Vehicle operating systems and middleware platforms.Arene, QNX, Android Automotive, and cloud platforms.Cross-functional stakeholder and partner management.Business case development, ROI analysis, and value realization.Release management, risk management, and program governance. xzbcwsv Embedded software, cloud technologies, DevOps, and validation frameworks.