Lead Program Manager

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May Mobility is transforming cities through autonomous technology to create a safer, greener, more accessible world. Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, May develops and deploys autonomous vehicles (AVs) powered by our innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology that literally reimagines the way AVs think.</span><br><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our vehicles do more than just drive themselves - they provide value to communities, bridge public transit gaps and move people where they need to go safely, easily and with a lot more fun. We’re building the world’s best autonomy system to reimagine transit by minimizing congestion, expanding access and encouraging better land use in order to foster more green, vibrant and livable spaces. Since our founding in 2017, we’ve given more than 500,000 autonomous rides to real people around the globe. And we’re just getting started. We’re hiring people who share our passion for building the future, today, solving real-world problems and seeing the impact of their work. Join us.</span></p></div><h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Job Summary</strong></span></h1> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May Mobility is entering an exciting phase of growth and our team is expanding quickly. We are looking for a Lead Program Manager to be the link between all vehicle development Stakeholders including Safety, Vehicle Engineering, Autonomy, Manufacturing, Quality, Business Development and Operations. This role will report directly to the Sr. Manager of Program Management and will be responsible for communicating and coordinating the work to meet target deliverables and timing at each program milestone for one or several Autonomous Vehicle platforms.</span></p> <h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Essential Responsibilities</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Independently sets timelines and goals for large scale Autonomous Vehicle development&nbsp; programs and/or other large scale initiatives that involve cross departmental collaboration</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage program timelines and track status of deliverables from the Product Definition until the OK to Launch phase for one or multiple Autonomous Vehicle programs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Identify dependencies across tasks and program teams to ensure continuous alignment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Anticipates risks and works with Stakeholders to identify and execute mitigation plans</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Communicate with partner vehicle OEM to align program plans to escalate vehicle issues</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Implement and manage change when necessary to meet desired outputs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Present to stakeholders reports on progress as well as problems and solutions</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Champion prioritization of safety and quality</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Support Engineering leaders in continuous improvement of the vehicle development and program management process</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and leverage relationships across functions to ensure clear communication and seamless follow-through</span></li> </ul> <h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Skills and Abilities</strong></span></h1> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>Success in this role typically requires the following competencies:</em></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to see the “big picture” while also being willing to do essential daily tasks to complete objectives</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to multitask and prioritize</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn; Ability to translate technical ideas to non-technical audiences</span></li> </ul> <h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Qualifications and Experience</strong></span></h1> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em>Candidates most successful in this role typically hold the following qualifications or comparable knowledge or experience:</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Required</em></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Product Development discipline</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">7-10 years of experience in program management working with complex products&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">A passion for both process and people-oriented solutions and strong organizational skills</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Desirable</em></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">PMP Certification</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience working with ADAS or Vehicle Control products&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Previous experience working for a high-growth and mission-driven startup</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Experience working with Japanese Automotive OEM or Suppliers</span><br><br></li> </ul> <h1><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Standard office working conditions which includes but is not limited to:</span></li> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prolonged sitting</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prolonged standing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Prolonged computer use</span></li> </ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Travel required? -&nbsp; Moderate: 0%-10%</span></li> </ul> <hr> <div class="c-message_kit__blocks c-message_kit__blocks--rich_text"> <div class="c-message__message_blocks c-message__message_blocks--rich_text" data-qa="message-text"> <div class="p-block_kit_renderer" data-qa="block-kit-renderer"> <div class="p-block_kit_renderer__block_wrapper p-block_kit_renderer__block_wrapper--first"> <div class="p-rich_text_block"> <div class="p-rich_text_section"> <p><strong>Benefits and Perks</strong></p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate.&nbsp;</li> <li>Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.</li> <li>Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.</li> <li>Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work.&nbsp;</li> <li>Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.</li> <li>Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> </ul> </div> <div class="p-rich_text_section">Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. At May Mobility, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role at May.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p><em>Want to learn more about our culture &amp; benefits? Check out our&nbsp;<a href="https://maymobility.com/careers/" target="_blank">website</a>!</em></p> <p><em>May Mobility is an equal opportunity employer.&nbsp; All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetics or any other legally protected basis. &nbsp; Below, you have the opportunity to share your preferred gender pronouns, gender, ethnicity, and veteran status with May Mobility to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring and recruitment processes. Completion of these questions is entirely voluntary.&nbsp; Any information you choose to provide will be kept confidential, and will not impact the hiring decision in any way. If you believe that you will need any type of accommodation, please let us know.</em></p> <p><strong><em>Note to Recruitment Agencies:</em></strong><em>&nbsp;May Mobility does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Furthermore, May Mobility does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners.</em></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$120,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$160,000 USD</span></div></div></div>