Automotive Software Product Manager (f/d/m) - Munich, Germany
Product & Program Management
Originally posted 21 September 2026 by the employer — open 0 days.
About the role
This role defines and leads the end-node software product and tools strategy for NXP's Automotive Microcontroller portfolio. The focus includes S32K1, MagniV, and Remote End-Nodes.
What you'll do
- Capture software and tooling needs of end-node customers.
- Translate OEM, Tier-1, ecosystem, and market requirements into clear software product requirements and release plans.
- Build and maintain the software product strategy, roadmap, and business priorities for NXP end-node products.
- Own the end-node software program backlog and feature prioritization across ARTs.
- Represent the software product portfolio in customer engagements and strategic account reviews.
What you'll need
- 10+ years of experience in embedded software, automotive software, semiconductor product management, or software product management.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, software engineering, embedded systems, or automotive engineering.
- Strong understanding of automotive embedded software development, software lifecycle management, development tools, and customer enablement for microcontroller-based products.
- Experience working with global R&D organizations and providing structured product guidance.
- Demonstrated ability to build product roadmaps, business cases, and executive-level recommendations.
- Fluent English communication skills.
Skills: software product strategy, roadmap, product backlog, automotive embedded software, customer engagements