Senior Technical Program Manager, ASPICE Assessor

NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Automotive ASPICE Assessor to join its Infrastructure, Planning and Processes (IPP) organization. You will collaborate across NVIDIA's fastest-paced automotive programs — including NDAS DriveAV and hardware platform development — ensuring engineering teams reach and sustain world-class process maturity. The role evolves with AI-powered tooling that enhances assessment analysis and evidence handling. While technical depth remains crucial, the assessor must synthesize large amounts of structured output, clearly communicate results, and guide improvement efforts alongside engineering and leadership teams. This position is ideal for someone who blends deep ASPICE knowledge with strong communication skills and a program‑management perspective. Responsibilities Carry out and assist with ASPICE (PAM 4.0) and HW SPICE (HW Engineering PRM/PAM 3.0) assessments involving systems engineering, software engineering, hardware engineering, supporting and management processes. Work with AI‑assisted assessment tooling to review, validate, and cluster findings; apply engineering judgment to identify systemic root causes and prioritize what matters most for each program. Facilitate structured findings workshops with development teams — presenting evidence, discussing ratings, and evaluating improvement priorities in a constructive, process‑focused way. Translate findings into concrete, trackable improvement items; follow up with team leads and program managers through to closure. Communicate assessment status, trends, and risks clearly to senior leadership and steering groups; prepare well‑structured briefings that enable informed decisions. Mentor engineering teams on ASPICE and HW SPICE process implementation, assisting teams in interpreting findings and progressing toward greater capability levels. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the team's assessment methodology, including calibration of AI‑assisted tooling against assessor judgment. Qualifications Strong knowledge of Automotive SPICE PAM 4.0, capable of evaluating, articulating, and supporting findings at BP and GP level. 10+ years of experience in related fields. BS or MS in engineering or an equivalent field. Intacs Automotive SPICE Provisional Assessor certification, with Competent Assessor strongly preferred. Demonstrated track record in ASPICE assessments — from planning through report delivery. Excellent communication and facilitation skills, able to present findings clearly and drive structured discussion toward actionable outcomes. Program or project management experience, with the ability to coordinate multiple collaborative workstreams and maintain progress on improvement programs. Familiarity with ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, and ISO 8800 is essential. Openness to working with AI‑assisted tools as part of the assessment workflow. Ways to stand out Active or prior contribution to standards working groups — intacs, VDA QMC, ISO TC22/SC32, or similar bodies. Certification or proven knowledge in ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, or ISO 8800. Experience with HW SPICE 3.0 (HW Engineering PRM/PAM). Experience in autonomous driving software development or testing — familiarity with the interaction of systems engineering, software engineering, and management processes in an AD program (L2 through L4). Benefits Base salary will be determined based on location, experience, and the salary of employees in similar positions. Eligible for equity and comprehensive benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr