Senior Program Manager - Vehicle Validation
Job Description
About MBRDI:
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI), headquartered in Bengaluru with a satellite office in Pune, is the largest R&D center for Mercedes-Benz Group AG outside of Germany. Our mission is to drive innovation and excellence in automotive engineering, digitalization, and sustainable mobility solutions, shaping the future of mobility.
Key Responsibilities
Project Ownership: Lead technology teams on Business deliverables and ensure project time and quality is not compromised. Contribute to increased Business through more projects and FTEs for your corporation at MB Tech India; Be cognizant with the larger Business purpose strategies like Shift RIGHT, Program X to ensure steady contribution to Business growth Change Management: Lead and manage organizational changes (strategic or functional) to ensure team alignment and acceptance to the new ecosystem – Catalyze team performance in transforming times of Mercedes-Benz Tech India by being the Change Agent Cross-functional Collaboration: Lead intra and cross departmental initiatives to help the team expand their knowledge horizon and awareness; Foster a culture of co creation in the team for better Business results |
Stakeholder Satisfaction: Ensure stakeholder expectations are regularly met; Have scheduled connects with global and local stakeholders to share Business updates with them to maintain consistent credibility – become their trusted advisor
People Management: Acquire the right talent to deliver best Business results; Coach and develop them to boost individual and team performance; Identify strengths; Engage in career conversations and effective conflict management. Build and sustain a culture of inclusivity, empathy, appreciation and psychological safety to earn a motivated and efficient workforce at for your corporation
Financial Stewardship: Understand and follow financial regulations of the organization and support cost effective measures implemented by the Leadership through effective budget and manpower planning
Compliance and Governance: Awareness of statutory compliance and internal policies to ensure they are always maintained and adhered to.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of mobility.
- Work on cutting-edge technologies and global projects.
- Thrive in a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.
- Access world-class infrastructure and learning opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
At MBRDI, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, background, or ability.
Education : Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
No of Years: 15-18 years
Specific Knowledge: (Skill / Languages etc.)
- IT Project and Program Management – Should have managed a large portfolio of projects/topics in one or more domains. A good record of accomplishment of grooming the topics as well as the people involved and showing a significant growth would be necessary.
- Should have a development background – Java/.NET and should have worked in Agile Development teams with a good exposure to Scrum/Kanban and DevOps methodologies.
- Proven to be a good “out of the box” thinker and should have contributed to some innovative topics
- Proven excellence in stakeholder and customer/partner management
- Proven experience in Business Acquisition and Solutioning for new topics/setup
- Experience in driving projects/topics using metrics/KPIs – Data driven decisions and steering
- German Language Skills will be an added Advantage.