Technical Program Manager - Autonomous Vehicles Simulation
NVIDIA
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Job Description
About NVIDIA
NVIDIA has been redefining computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years, powered by innovation and amazing people. Today, we leverage the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing, where our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars. Joining NVIDIA means immersing yourself in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work and make a lasting impact on the world.
We are the leading artificial intelligence computing company, pioneering innovations in self-driving vehicles. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in guiding our self-driving simulation software to accelerate autonomous vehicle software development. We seek a creative and expert Technical Program Manager to help bring NVIDIA's autonomous vehicle platform to the world, working on groundbreaking simulation that revolutionizes self-driving cars by combining enterprise-grade simulation with entertainment-quality graphics.
What You Will Be Doing
- Drive new products and features through development, acting as a bridge/facilitator between Product Managers, Engineers, and QA leads.
- Coordinate with QA and Performance Testing teams to ensure appropriate testing and develop/maintain processes for tracking issue status and product health.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and develop roadmaps, schedules, and execution plans in a highly dynamic environment.
- Establish effective program execution models and processes that bring visibility, cohesion, and efficiencies to development teams.
- Proactively pinpoint risks and resolve issues affecting scope, schedule, and quality.
- Identify and resolve multi-functional dependencies proactively.
- Communicate regularly to set shared expectations and provide timely updates on progress, risks, and decisions.
What We Need To See
- BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of recent Technical Program Management experience driving the planning and delivery of software engineering programs and releasing commercial products.
- Proven track record of leading and successfully delivering effective and efficient programs, projects, and process improvements in a dynamic setting.
- Expertise in Agile and Scrum methodology.
Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd
- Previous experience as a software developer, understanding engineer pressures, to effectively lead projects and processes.
- Background in simulation, real-time systems, or 3D content tooling.
- Experience efficiently leading global projects across time zones.
- Experience with Jira and/or JAMA.
- PMP, Scrum Master certification.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Program Management
- Autonomous Vehicles
- Simulation Software
- Agile Methodology
- Scrum Framework
- Project Leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Risk Management
- Software Development Lifecycle
- Product Delivery
How to Get Hired at NVIDIA
- Research NVIDIA's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to align with NVIDIA's innovation-driven environment.
- Customize your resume: Tailor your resume to highlight Technical Program Management experience, Agile/Scrum expertise, and any background in autonomous vehicles or simulation, using keywords from the job description.
- Showcase technical acumen: Be prepared to discuss your understanding of software development lifecycles, project planning, and how you've collaborated with engineering and QA teams, especially if you have a developer background.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Reflect on experiences demonstrating leadership, problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills, particularly in dynamic, technical environments.
- Highlight relevant certifications: If you possess PMP or Scrum Master certifications, ensure they are prominently featured, along with any experience using tools like Jira or JAMA.
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