Technical Lead

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Lead with more than 3 years of experience to join our dynamic Business Support team. This position is ideal for a candidate with strong hands‑on development experience and proven leadership in automotive multimedia systems, capable of driving cross‑domain technical programs, resolving complex issues, and collaborating with global stakeholders. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading multimedia system development across planning, design, and release phases; managing suppliers and cross‑functional teams; aligning automotive milestones and software releases; triaging technical issues; and ensuring successful delivery of high‑quality multimedia solutions. Requirements Develop a strong understanding of multimedia architecture (head Unit, navigation, voice assistant, media, SXM, Connected audio, etc). Responsible for multimedia products from planning, development, launch, quality assurance, and release. Support in aligning overall automotive milestones and SW release schedule with stakeholders by collaborating with headquarters in Japan. Define the project development scope for the NA region, considering situational conditions (budget, resources, capabilities, schedule). Manage the supplier for schedule alignment and risk mitigation. Collaborate with program managers and product owners to assess the risk and make decisions accordingly. Triage in‑market issues, especially cross‑domain areas, including deep‑dive in technical discussions (specification study, user impact analysis, system architectural review). Communicate with quality and factory teams to align on overall automotive milestones and address any issue/risk points with a countermeasure plan. Minimum Qualification Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related field; and/or commensurate work experience. 3+ years of proven experience in vehicle multimedia development. Strong understanding of automotive multimedia (MM) related hardware and software stacks. Expert on PowerPoint and strong presentation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders. Ability to work in fast‑paced teams with quick decision‑making. Possess strong technical and product management skills to communicate and drive suppliers/stakeholders. Ability to work closely with design, software, firmware, testing, and manufacturing teams. Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and resolve issues promptly. Preferred Qualifications Executive reporting experience. Business Japanese communication skills (read/write) are not mandatory but are a big plus. Benefits 401(k). Dental Insurance. Health insurance. Vision insurance. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people. The salary will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs. Additional Responsibilities Participate in OP monthly team meetings and participate in team‑building efforts. Contribute to OP technical discussions, peer reviews, etc. Contribute content and collaborate via the OP‑Wiki/Knowledge Base. Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested. #J-18808-Ljbffr OP