Technical Manager - Connected Cars

Role overview

Technical Manager - Connected Cars at Mercedes-Benz

We are looking for a Technical Manager (T5) to lead complex, cross This role combines functional programs in the Connected Car domain. program leadership, product thinking, and people development to drive end to end delivery of scalable connected vehicle platforms and services.

The position requires strong stakeholder management, global collaboration, and the ability to measurable business outcomes. deliver Key Responsibilities 1.

Program & Delivery Leadership

Own end to end delivery of large scale Connected Car programs Define program roadmap, milestones, and execution strategy

Manage dependencies, risks, and cross team coordination Establish delivery cadence, program increments, and governance frameworks Drive execution excellence across distributed global teams 2.

Product & Business Alignment

Collaborate with global product owners and business stakeholders

Ensure customer centric product development using data

driven insights Define success metrics, adoption KPIs, and value realization

Align engineering deliverables with business objectives and user experience 3.

Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary interface with senior leadership, global stakeholders, and partners Drive alignment across multiple teams, regions, and functions Communicate program status, risks, and outcomes effectively 4.

Agile & Delivery Excellence

Lead Agile practices at scale (e.g., SAFe) across programs Facilitate planning cycles, synchronization, and execution reviews Coach teams on Agile, DevOps, and continuous improvement practices 5.

Technology & Platform Orientation

Work closely with engineering teams on cloud Enable adoption of best in-- native, IoT, and connected platforms class tools, platforms, and development practices

Ensure scalable, secure, and highly available system architectures 6.

People Leadership & Culture

Build and develop high performing teams in a global environment Coach team members on career growth, technical capabilities, and leadership skills Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and collaboration Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field 12 15 years of overall experience in software / product engineering 4+ years of experience leading large scale programs or managing engineering teams Strong experience in handling global, cross

Experience working in product-- functional stakeholders driven, international environments Must Have Skills

Strong program management and delivery leadership skills

Experience with Agile methodologies and large scale program execution Proven ability to manage risks, dependencies, and complex stakeholder landscapes Excellent communication and leadership capabilities

Responsibilities

• Collaborate globally across Mercedes Drive continuous innovation through experimentation and modern engineering practices Benz Benz engineering hubs

Preferred qualifications and skills

• Experience in Connected Car, IoT, or cloud based platforms Exposure to AWS, Azure, or similar cloud ecosystems
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and modern software development practices Certifications in Program Management, Agile, or Cloud technologies What Makes You Successful
• Strong ownership mindset with focus on outcomes Ability to operate in ambiguity and drive clarity Customer first thinking with product mindset Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Why Join Us
• Work on cutting edge Connected Car technologies impacting millions of users Collaborate with global Mercedes
• Benz teams Be part of a culture that values innovation, ownership, and continuous learning
• Drive meaningful contributions toward sustainability.

Employment details

• Location: India-Karnataka-Bangalore

About the employer

• About Mercedes Benz & MBRDI Mercedes Benz AG, a pioneer in automotive engineering, is shaping the future of mobility in a safe, sustainable, and software Mercedes Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) is the largest R&D center for Mercedes strong capabilities across connected, autonomous, electric, and software software excellence, enabling the next generation of mobility solutions. driven way.

Additional role details

• Benz Group AG outside Germany.
• With defined vehicles, MBRDI drives digital innovation and i n car About the Connected Car Team The Connected Car team at MBRDI builds platforms and products that define the digital experience for over 8 million Mercedes customers worldwide.
• Develop scalable, resilient cloud Own end to-- based solutions end product delivery (“You build it, you run it”)