VP, Solutions Development (Automotive) Jobs

Explore executive opportunities for Vice Presidents of Solutions Development in the automotive industry on Ladders. These senior leaders connect customer and market needs with innovative products, services, and technology solutions—helping automotive organizations grow revenue, strengthen partnerships, and adapt to a rapidly changing industry. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a VP of Solutions Development in Automotive Do?

A VP of Solutions Development typically leads teams that identify business opportunities and shape solutions for automakers, suppliers, mobility companies, dealerships, and technology partners. Responsibilities may include setting solution strategy, guiding product or service development, leading customer engagements, building commercial partnerships, and coordinating delivery across sales, engineering, product, and operations.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for extensive leadership experience in automotive or mobility, a record of developing and commercializing complex solutions, and strong executive communication skills. Valuable capabilities may include strategic planning, customer discovery, business development, program leadership, financial analysis, and knowledge of connected vehicles, electrification, software-defined vehicles, manufacturing, or supply chains. Specific requirements vary by employer and role.

Career Opportunities in Automotive Solutions Development

These roles can be found at automakers, automotive suppliers, mobility and fleet providers, consulting firms, and technology companies serving the industry. Depending on the organization, a VP may focus on enterprise accounts, digital transformation, vehicle technology, manufacturing solutions, or new market growth. Review each listing for its scope, location, compensation, and qualifications.

Find VP, Solutions Development Jobs on Ladders

Browse automotive executive openings and use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements and find positions that align with your leadership background and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application performance through expert Dynatrace monitoring. Collaborate with IT professionals to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $165K *

Play a key role in shaping UX strategies for high-volume, multi-step workflows. Collaborate across teams to drive product vision, leveraging research to enhance user experience and deliver measurable...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive new business development in aftermarket parts and services by proactively identifying and closing opportunities within your territory. Build relationships, manage a robust sales pipeline, and ex...

West Columbia, SCRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in federal business development, driving strategy and execution for health programs. Lead capture management, build relationships, and mentor staff while contri...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives and scaling growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Collaborate closely with the CEO and leadership team to drive measurable result...

Oregon, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform product capabilities by leading strategy and execution for shared workflows, ensuring seamless integration and user experience across platforms. Drive measurable outcomes through customer in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging semiconductor expertise to analyze emerging technologies and market trends. Drive strategic insights and recommendations for automotive applications while collaborating...

Raymond, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales strategies to capt...

Rock Island, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Invent advanced AI agents by leveraging your expertise in multi-agent systems and software development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance AI capabilities and deliver innovative solutions in a...

Maryland, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing quoting tools and cost models within the automotive manufacturing industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, data-driven quotes th...

Troy, MIRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$215K - $239K *

Create transformative customer experiences and drive revenue growth across North America by leading market solutions teams, coaching talent, and navigating organizational change with clarity and effec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining IT leadership, ensuring robust security and operational excellence across global platforms while driving innovation and growth at scale through strategic technology solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Develop AI-driven workflows to enhance CI/CD systems, ensuring safe, efficient software delivery. Collaborate with teams to reduce tech debt and improve production reliability while scaling engineerin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Innovate client connections by driving new business growth within the automotive dealer segment. This role empowers seasoned sales professionals to leverage dealership performance insights and portfol...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Engage as a Business Development Manager focused on driving new business growth in the automotive dealer sector. Utilize your sales expertise to build relationships, manage accounts, and deliver innov...

Oregon, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead product strategy and execution for a suite of wargaming tools, collaborating with users and engineers to transform complex technical capabilities into impactful solutions in high-stakes environme...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing supplier quality and engineering excellence. Lead initiatives, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven strategies and collaboration...

Raymond, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $164K *

Drive advanced digital forensics and incident response initiatives while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Leverage deep technical knowledge to enhance operational capabilities and ensure exceptio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $132K *

Champion profitable growth by influencing agents and executing sales strategies within a designated territory. Collaborate with partners to drive results and enhance agency relationships, ensuring lon...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K *

Transform the future of public safety as a Director of Product Management, leading a high-performing team to define and deliver innovative SaaS products. Collaborate across departments to drive produc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the end-to-end execution of Payouts, ensuring reliable payments and enhancing our infrastructure while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and partners to innovate future solutions...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the product vision and strategy, owning the lifecycle from discovery to launch, focusing on scalability and performance in a cloud-based platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure innovat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex New Product Introduction projects, driving cross-functional teams to achieve project goals in scope, schedule, and quality while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$215K - $250K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading a transformative Customer Experience strategy that blends human interaction and advanced tech. Drive product adoption, retention, and revenue growth by optimizin...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a VP of Solutions Development do in the automotive industry?question toggle

    A VP of Solutions Development leads the creation and growth of solutions that address customer and market needs. The role may include setting strategy, guiding cross-functional teams, developing partnerships, and supporting commercial growth.

  • What qualifications are common for automotive VP, Solutions Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek senior leadership experience, automotive or mobility industry knowledge, and a proven ability to develop and commercialize complex offerings. Requirements vary by company and may include expertise in areas such as software, manufacturing, electrification, or connected vehicles.

  • Where can a VP of Solutions Development work in automotive?question toggle

    Potential employers include automakers, suppliers, mobility and fleet companies, consulting firms, and technology providers that serve the automotive sector.

  • Do VP, Solutions Development (Automotive) jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for a specific executive role depends on the employer, location, responsibilities, and candidate experience.

  • How can I find automotive solutions development executive jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for VP, Solutions Development roles and review each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your experience.