Senior Technical Program Manager, ASPICE Assessor (Santa Clara)

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.With AI-powered tooling more involved in assessment analysis and evidence handling, the assessor role is evolving: technical depth remains crucial, but so does the ability to synthesize large amounts of structured output, clearly communicating results, and guiding improvement efforts alongside engineering and leadership teams. If you enjoy blending deep ASPICE knowledge with strong communication skills and a perspective centered on Program Management, this role is for you.What you'll be doing: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 processesWork 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 programFacilitate structured findings workshops with development teams — presenting evidence, discussing ratings, and evaluate improvement priorities in a constructive, process-focused wayTranslate findings into concrete, trackable improvement items; follow up with team leads and program managers through to closureCommunicate assessment status, trends, and risks clearly to senior leadership and steering groups; prepare well-structured briefings that enable informed decisionsMentor engineering teams on ASPICE and HW SPICE process implementation, assisting teams in interpreting findings and progressing toward greater capability levelsContribute to the continuous improvement of the team's assessment methodology, including calibration of AI-assisted tooling against assessor judgmentWhat we need to see:Strong knowledge of Automotive SPICE PAM 4.0, capable of evaluating, articulating, and supporting findings at BP and GP level10+ years of experienceBS or MS in engineering or a related field or equivalent experienceIntacs Automotive SPICE Provisional Assessor certification; Competent Assessor strongly preferredDemonstrated track record in ASPICE assessments — from planning through report deliveryExcellent communication and facilitation skills: able to present findings clearly to engineers and senior collaborators alike, and to drive structured discussion toward actionable outcomesProgram or project management experience, with the ability to coordinate multiple collaborative workstreams and maintain progress on improvement programsFamiliarity with ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, and ISO 8800 is essential. You will work on safety-critical programs, and an assessor who cannot navigate these standards will not support the teams well.Openness to working with AI-assisted tools as part of the assessment workflowWays to stand out from the crowd:Active or prior contribution to standards working groups — intacs, VDA QMC, ISO TC22/SC32, or similar bodies. We value candidates who help develop the norms, not just apply them.Certification or proven knowledge in ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, or ISO 8800 is required. NVIDIA's evaluation now covers functional safety, cybersecurity, and AI/ML safety along with process maturity. Having expertise across different fields provides the team with great adaptability.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)Join us at NVIDIA and be part of a team that strives for flawless execution and world-class innovation in the automotive industry!Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 168,000 USD - 258,750 USD for Level 4, and 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD for Level 5.You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 2, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, 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.SummaryLocation: US, CA, Santa Clara; US, CA, RemoteType: Full time