Director, Software Platforms

Lucid Motors


Job Location:

Newark, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 261500 - 383570
Posted on: 12 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Lucid

At Lucid we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucids proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture our award-winning vehicles bring our Compromise Nothing approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability design and engineering ambition and Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments combining exceptional range performance design and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration with design engineering and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices the world united by a shared commitment to refusing to settle youcanhelpredefinewhatspossible andshape the future of mobility.

Lucid is seeking aDirector Software Programsto provide senior functional and execution leadership for allSoftware Programs teams within theTechnical Programsorganization. This role is accountable for defining leading and scaling the software program management function that ensures complex cross-domain vehicle software is delivered with the right scope quality timing and integration across Lucids vehicle portfolio.

This role serves as theprogramleadership counterpart to the VP of Softwareand forms a critical operating alliance with theSr. Manager Software Integration(also part of the Technical Program organization). Together these three rolesestablisha tightly coupled execution model that alignssoftware strategy feature development integration and vehicle program needs.

The Director Software Programs partners closely withProduct Systems EngineeringSoftware EngineeringProduct & Technology IntegrationVehicle TestingSupply ChainManufacturingQualityandServiceto ensure software commitments are realistic resourced sequenced and executable.

You Will:

Functional & Organizational Leadership

  • Own theSoftware Programs functionwithin Technical Programs covering all software domains including Infotainment Controls Connectivity & Cloud Mobile Cybersecurity and Release Management.
  • Build lead and continuously evolve a high-performing organization ofsoftware program leaders and TPMs aligned to Lucids vehicle roadmap and software architecture.
  • Define andmaturethesoftware program management operating model including roles responsibilities escalation paths and interfaces with Software Engineering and Vehicle Programs. The teams success will be measured on the consistency of software release commitments vs delivery.
  • Establish improved methods forcapacity planning prioritization and resource balancingacross vehicle lines and software domains.

Program & Portfolio Ownership

  • Drive alignment onsoftware scope sequencing and release content ensuring commitments meet vehicle milestones and quality expectations.
  • Represent Software Programs in executive reviews program governance forums and cross-functional decision-making.
  • Working closely with the Software Integration TPMsprovideaholistic cross-vehicle view of software delivery ensuring alignment acrossall Lucid vehicle programs and external customer programs.
  • Ownsoftwareprogramhealth risk management and delivery readiness ensuring early identification of gaps and decisive mitigation.

Strategic Partnership & Alignment

  • Partnerclosely with the VP of Softwareto align software development strategy roadmaps and execution capacity with vehicle program needs.
  • Form a tight execution triangle with: Director Software Programs (this role) VP Software and Sr. Manager Software Integrationto ensure seamless flow from feature definition development integration vehicle release.
  • Work in deep partnership with theSW Integration team(within Product & Technology Integration) to ensure vehicle-level software integration release readiness and risk management are fully aligned with software program plans.
  • Challenge assumptions and drive fact-based trade discussions when gaps exist between desired scope anddeliveryreality.

Process Tools & Continuous Improvement

  • Define and standardizesoftware program metrics dashboards and reporting for schedule scope risk and readiness.
  • Continuously improve tools processes and governance used across Software Programs and SW Integration.
  • Foster a culture ofclarity accountability technical rigor and one-team collaborationacross organizations.

You Bring:

  • 15 years of experience leadingcomplex software programsin automotive embedded systems or similarly scaled safety-critical environments.
  • Proven experience building and leading senior program management organizationsacross multiple product lines.
  • Strong understanding of vehicle software architectures cross-domain dependencies and software release lifecycles.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with executive engineering leadership and influence outcomes without direct authority.
  • Track record of driving delivery in environments with high ambiguity competing priorities and aggressive timelines.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to clearly frame tradeoffs risks and recommendations for executive audiences.
  • Direct experience with vehicle software integration and release management.
  • Experience operating at the intersection of ProductSoftware Engineering Systems Engineeringand Vehicle Integration.
  • Background in scaling program management practices for rapidly evolving software platforms.
  • Experience with common program and software tools (e.g. Jira Confluence Smartsheet MS Office).
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science or a related technical field required.
  • Advanced degree preferred.

At Lucid we dont just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender gender identity and expression marital status and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$261500 - $383570 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitivebenefits packageincluding medical dental and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a401(k) retirementplan. Eligible employees may alsoparticipatein Lucids equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards if applicable aredeterminedbased on individual performance role scope market considerations and overall company resultsin accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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