Senior Software Program Manager - CA, Santa Clara, United States

Originally posted 20 August 2026 by the employer. Relisted by the employer on 21 August 2026.

Manage core development programs for DRIVE OS and track automotive safety milestones.

About the role

The Senior Software Program Manager supports the Automotive Software team in delivering core development programs, including DRIVE OS, for generic platforms and customer-specific automotive programs. The role focuses on driving and tracking release and automotive safety milestones across development, hardware integration, SQA, and product management.

What you'll do

- Drive and track software releases for new hardware or software features. - Lead the software release cycle across development, hardware integration, SQA, and product management. - Define releases, manage features, bug fixes, testing, and documentation. - Manage risks and resolve issues affecting release scope, schedule, and quality. - Regularly communicate program status and key issues to management, and define and manage work packages for external consultants. - Ensure successful deployment of DRIVEOS processes and ensure compliance with ISO 26262, ISO 21434, and ASPICE best practices.

What you'll need

- 8+ years leading system software engineering projects. - BS/MS in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience. - Demonstrated experience in planning, managing execution, and driving roadblocks for embedded, Operating Systems SW. - Proficiency in Configuration and Change Management. - Experience leading global projects and successful releases with short cadences. - Track record of delivering complex products to customers on time and solving technical issues and resource conflicts.

Skills: software releases, hardware integration, SQA, product management, risk management, automotive safety