Senior Project Lead AI/ML/DL

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.Brief Role DescriptionAt the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain. Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us?The Project Lead Sr position is focused on Project Management activities for advanced Research and Development projects at ICC. The incumbent will manage project schedules and resources with our internal partners, the internal staff, and tracks results. The incumbent will work as the key interface between the VW Group R&D centers, US affiliates, external partners, and suppliers. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for the project portfolio, ensuring intellectual properties, and forming strategic partnerships with internal and external entities.Project Lead Responsibility – (90%)Serves as Project Lead:Project Coordination and CommunicationProject Resource PlanningProject Budget and EngineeringProject/progress reports and Presentations to management (both internal and external Project Affiliates)Develops and contributes to proposal scope definition and planningActs as liaison between ICC to internal/external partnersMentorship and Training – (10%)Mentors project engineers and manages job training for project team membersPossible Tasks within this RoleGive clear and unbiased assessment of project status and needs to partners, stakeholders and management.Analytical and conceptual thinking – using logic and reason.Creative and strategic problem-solving mindset – exhibit good judgement in making decisions.Able to work in a highly dynamic, multi-disciplinary, time-line bound and target oriented work environment.Good people and test resource management – functional and strategic.Assertive with excellent communication skills – presentation, written and interpersonal.Able to continuously question and challenge the status-quo, always documenting and applying the lessons learned.Team player with good collaboration and integration skills – joining people, processes and systemsProven influencing and negotiation skills – steer project in order to obtain best outcomeAble to understand the technical and financial angles of the project – direct team members on best approach to take.Qualification requirementsYears of ExperienceEight years or more in R&DAn emphasis on AI/Machine Learning and Deep Learning strongly preferredTwo years or more as a technical project leader EducationRequired: Bachelor or Master degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Material, Automotive, etc.)Desired:Master or PhD degree in engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical, Material, Automotive, etc.)Required Skills:Product DevelopmentExperience gathering and organizing requirements and writing functional specifications.Adept at diving deep into the weeds with engineers while keeping the product vision in mind.Ability to plan/review architectures, technical designs, test strategies, test cases etc.Able to understand and engage in market- oriented product developmentProject ManagementProven record of project leadership within the automotive industryHas held a project leadership role throughout entire projects (planning, execution, close-out)Experience running one or more projects simultaneously.Excellent English language skills mandatoryExceptional communication with internal / external partners, stakeholders, and project affiliates and managementManage timelines, budgets, resource planning, risk etc.Able to work in a dynamic, time-line bound and target oriented work environmentLeadershipCapable of leading by influence, not authorityEffective public speaker – comfortable presenting complex technical information in front of technical and non-technical audiences at all levels of the organizationEffective at communicating with teams across cultures and in different times zonesAble to continuously question and challenge the status-quo, always applying the lessons learnedDesired Skills:Curiosity to understand the automotive customer of the futurePrior experience working with an large enterpriseAnalytical skills. Proven record of active engagement in process improvementsGerman language skills are highly desired#LI-CK1Compensation DataSalary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. In Silicon Valley, the expected base salary range is between $165,000 - $195,000. Other benefits for this position include:· Eligibility for annual performance bonus· Healthcare benefits· 401(k), with company match· Defined contribution retirement program.· Tuition reimbursement· Company lease car program· Paid time offSkillsTeamworkMoral ResponsibilitySense of ResponsibilityCustomer CentricityCuriosityComplexity ManagementVolkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.