Join a global automotive technology leader as an Automotive Project Manager, driving complex ADAS and next-generation mobility software projects for major OEM customers. You will manage both existing and new customer programs, coordinate international engineering teams, and ensure successful delivery across scope, quality, timing, and production readiness. This is a high-impact role supporting the development of advanced systems that shape the future of mobility.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage assigned automotive projects both operationally and functionally to ensure smooth execution.
- Achieve project profitability, quality, production preparation, and delivery milestones.
- Secure project resources, monitor performance metrics, and resolve escalations quickly.
- Define project scope, support budgeting, and contribute to key project decision-making.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and validate activities to meet engineering and customer milestones.
- Lead regular customer communication, reporting project progress and governance updates.
- Manage all project changes-including internal and customer-driven-from planning to execution.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Strong knowledge of automotive software or system development.
- Project management experience or software engineering experience with interest in PM transition.
- Professional experience in the automotive industry.
- Experience working with global teams or engineering centers is an advantage.
Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and discussion-facilitation skills.
- Ability to work confidently in an international, multicultural environment.
- Able to manage pressure, express ideas clearly, and lead decision-making.
- Willingness to join late-night meetings with overseas teams when required.
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Intermediate to Business level (N2 equivalent).
- English: Intermediate to Business level.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience coordinating multiple simultaneous projects.
- Experience managing system-level development or safety-critical systems.
- Hands-on experience working with global engineering hubs.
About the Company
Our client is a global automotive technology company developing advanced software and system solutions for next-generation mobility. With international engineering teams and partnerships with top automakers, the company contributes to high-performance, safety-critical vehicle technologies. They offer outstanding opportunities for long-term growth, international collaboration, and technical upskilling.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Lead cutting-edge automotive technology projects with major global OEMs
- Long-term career progression through exposure to advanced engineering programs
- Highly international environment with global teams
- Hybrid workstyle depending on project phase
- Competitive compensation aligned with responsibility and experience
- Access to professional training for PM and technical development
- Strong job security within a globally expanding automotive tech sector
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