Senior Project Manager - Function & Software Defined Vehicles

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Project Management

In short

Volvo do Brasil is seeking a Senior Project Manager to manage projects within the Function & Software Defined Vehicles (FSDV) portfolio. This role involves translating strategy into execution, managing project governance, and collaborating with engineering teams to deliver innovative software and vehicle solutions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree, strong project management experience in agile and waterfall environments, and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

Manage Projects in Curitiba/Global FSDV's portfolio.
Work closely with engineers in different streams to provide a complete solution and consolidated view from FSDV.
Secure clear scope and requirements and manage balancing activities.
Define and communicate time plans, milestones, and integration points.
Manage breakdowns and refinements with impacted streams.
Support/manage quality investigations in the department.
Manage and govern the project cost with help from stream portfolio manager.
Ensure that deliveries and releases are performed in line with agreed plans, quality, and cost targets.
Present project status in FSDV in different governance forums.
Manage risks and deviations.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic/Control and Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
Strong experience in a project management position (agile and waterfall).
Good skills in leadership, planning, communication, and stakeholder management.
Experience in embedded systems (software and hardware) development.
Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Automotive knowledge – understanding how different systems in a truck/car interact and work together.

Desired Qualifications

International and multi-cultural experience with a global organization.
Experience with JIRA, Confluence, Power BI, DVP and requirement tools.
PMP Certification.
A solid technical foundation in software development in general and hardware (electronics).
Experience in supplier management is beneficial.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance plans
On-site medical clinic
Pharmacy assistance program
Reimbursement for corrective lenses (ophthalmology)
Sick leave assistance
Childcare allowance
Special education allowance
Extended maternity and paternity leave
Meal and food vouchers and on-site meals (depending on work location)
Company-provided shuttle transportation
Profit Sharing Program (PLR)
Private pension plan – Vikingprev
Life insurance
Volvo Association Club
Access to a wellness app with partner gyms and fitness studios

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About Volvo Group

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n

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