Software Engineer

The RoleThe R&D Software Engineer/Proyect Manager is part of the Software Engineering organization and is responsible for leading the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of automotive embedded software projects.
This role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality, cybersecurity, and ISO * Functional Safety requirements while supporting Clarios' global product development objectives.
The Software Project Manager serves as the primary interface between customers, engineering teams, leadership, quality, safety, and suppliers to drive successful software program execution.

What You'll Do
(Impact Areas)Project Planning & ExecutionDevelop and maintain comprehensive Software Development Plans.
Define project scope, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and release plans.
Build and manage resource plans, effort estimates, and project budgets.
Monitor project performance and adjust plans to ensure successful delivery.
Lead project kick-offs, status reviews, and closure activities.
Program Delivery & GovernanceEnsure achievement of customer and internal program milestones.
Coordinate software development activities across global and cross-functional teams.
Track project KPIs, delivery metrics, and release readiness.
Lead issue resolution, escalation management, and contingency planning.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned activities.
Quality, Compliance & Functional SafetyEnsure compliance with Clarios software development processes and standards.
Support internal and external audits, assessments, and process reviews.
Ensure consistency, completeness, and traceability of project work products.
Coordinate with Functional Safety Engineers to plan, track, and implement software safety requirements.
Maintain compliance with software engineering, quality assurance, configuration management, change management, and problem resolution processes.
Stakeholder & Customer ManagementServe as the primary software project contact for customers and internal stakeholders.
Communicate project status, risks, quality metrics, and release readiness.
Manage customer expectations and negotiate scope changes when needed.
Coordinate activities with systems, hardware, validation, cybersecurity, quality, and support functions.
Foster strong cross-functional collaboration across global teams.
Risk & Financial ManagementEstablish and manage project budgets and financial performance.
Develop risk management plans and drive mitigation strategies.
Monitor project costs, resource utilization, and schedule performance.
Ensure effective forecasting, planning accuracy, and overall project health.
What Success Looks LikeKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Project milestones achieved according to schedule and delivery commitments.
Planned versus actual effort maintained within agreed targets.
Manpower estimation deviation maintained below 15%.
Cost Performance Index (CPI) greater than 0.9.
Schedule Performance Index (SPI) greater than 0.9.
Controlled defect escape rates and high-quality software releases.
Successful process compliance assessments and resolution of audit findings.
Strategic OutcomesSuccessful delivery of complex embedded software programs for global customers.
Strong compliance with ASPICE, ISO *, and Clarios development processes.
Improved project predictability, planning accuracy, and delivery performance.
Effective coordination across engineering disciplines and global teams.
Increased customer satisfaction and stakeholder confidence.
Behavioral IndicatorsRecognized as a trusted leader and project advisor.
Demonstrates proactive risk management and decision-making.
Consistently drives accountability and ownership across teams.
Builds collaborative relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
Maintains a strong focus on quality, compliance, and results.
Core CompetenciesProject & Technical CompetenciesSoftware project managementStrategic planning and executionProject scheduling and resource managementRisk and issue managementBudget and financial managementSoftware requirements traceabilityEmbedded software development lifecycle managementASPICE and ISO * understandingAgile/SCRUM and V-Model methodologiesLeadership CompetenciesEffective communicationStakeholder management and influenceCross-functional and global collaborationCustomer focus and results orientationProblem-solving and decision-makingIntegrity, confidentiality, and compliance mindsetContinuous improvement leadershipWhat You Bring (Qualifications)EducationBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field.
Experience7-15 years of relevant industry experience.3+ years of experience leading embedded software development projects.
Automotive industry experience strongly preferred.
Proven experience in project planning, estimation, resource management, and software requirements engineering.
Experience managing complex, cross-functiona