Customer Program Manager (AI)

TL;DR

Customer Program Manager (AI): Leading and overseeing programs with OEM customers, ensuring requirements are seamlessly integrated into the internal development pipeline and delivered on schedule with an accent on automotive industry and the development of embodied AI systems. Focus on identifying and reporting potential risks, and implementing a robust change management.

Location: Office-based in Sunnyvale, California, with a hybrid working policy combining office and home work.

Company

hirify.global is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology, whose AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment.

What you will do

• Lead cross-functional teams in executing complex customer programs to achieve program objectives.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive project management framework.
• Engage with customers to understand and address their technical requirements and needs.
• Collaborate with Product, R&D, and other departments to translate customer demands into actionable technical requirements.
• Ensure efficient reporting to customers and internally.
• Align customer requirements with internal milestone planning and execution.

Requirements

• Extensive program management experience in complex automotive software development.
• Proficient in utilising program management tools (e.g., Jira).
• Robust technical expertise with comprehensive knowledge of the automotive industry.
• A proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent Japanese and business-level English are required for collaboration with international teams and stakeholders

Nice to have

• Knowledge of current AI advancements, including Generative AI, AV 2.0, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Hands-on experience in software development.
• A Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working policy that combines time together in offices and workshops.
• Operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.