Staff Technical Program Manager - Connectivity at Rivian Automotive in Palo Alto, CA

THIS IS WHAT YOU’LL DO:

· Work with design, cloud, in-vehicle and data teams to build a global connectivity management tool that will configure, manage/control, and prioritize connectivity across multiple carriers and connectivity types

· Ensure robust connectivity for all consumer and commercial vehicle deployments

· Support product features to support international and new vehicle model expansion needs around carrier selection, integration, connectivity configurations, and data privacy.

· Build out cellular/Wi-Fi diagnostic tools and capabilities to not only drive awareness of connectivity issues across our global fleet but to resolve issues without a service visit.

· Ensure timely development of product features around cellular and Wi-Fi data prioritization, including segmenting data traffic and setting vehicle/network policies, build out cellular/Wi-Fi diagnostic tools and capabilities

· Coordinate with internal and external teams to develop project plans, goals and milestones for empowering our customers to access Rivian’s products and services across multiple channels

· Track milestones, progress, dependencies and issues closely while communicating effectively to leadership and stakeholders

· Raise the bar in the organization by being a role model in identifying issues, owning and implementing improvements proactively

· Lead multiple projects simultaneously effectively managing prioritization of time, resource and scope

· Institute effective program management processes, tools and best practices to bring efficiency and support collaboration.

THIS IS WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

· At least 5+ years of experience in consumer facing product development

· At least 4+ years of program management experience

· Domain expertise in automotive or complex IoT connectivity deployments

· Experience with various cellular & Wi-Fi technology components such as 4G/5G, Wi-Fi connectivity management, and Wi-Fi hotspot.

· Background in Computer Science or Engineering

· Experience in rapidly growing businesses that have expanded globally

· Experience in cross functional collaboration and taking products from concept to market

· Superior organizational skills

· A genuine love of brands that are focused on positive impact