Senior Software Product Owner
Visteon Careers
Full-time
On-site
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
At Visteon, the work we do is both relevant and recognized—not just by our organization, but by our peers, by industry-leading brands, and by millions of drivers around the world. That’s YOUR work.
And, as a truly global technology leader in the mobility space, focused on building cross-functional AND cross-cultural teams, we connect you with people who help you grow.
So here, whatever we do is not a job. It’s a mission. As a multi-billion-dollar leader of disruptive change in the industry, we are shaping the future, while enabling a cleaner environment. No other industry offers more fast-paced change and opportunity. We are in the midst of a mobility revolution that will completely change the way we interact with our vehicles, reduce the number of car accidents and fatalities, and make the world a cleaner place.
Visteon is at the epicenter of this mobility revolution.
Two major trends in the automotive industry – the shift to electric vehicles and vehicles with autonomous safety technologies – have created unique opportunities for Visteon. We are the only automotive provider focused exclusively on cockpit electronics – the fastest-growing segment in the industry.
And our team is ready for YOU. To show the world what you can do.
Mission: As a strategic leader and the voice of the customer, you will define and drive the product vision and roadmap for our complex automotive software solutions.. You will collaborate closely with customers to understand their needs, translate them into actionable requirements, prioritize features, and ensure successful software delivery. This is a customer-facing role requiring travel to customer locations.
Scope: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Define and prioritize work, assess project delivery and quality, and proactively identify and escalate risks.
How You Will Spend Your Days:
Key Accountability |
% of Time spent |
Project planning and execution· Define and prioritize product features and functionalities based on business value, technical feasibility, and customer impact.· Collaborate with customers to define and align feature delivery plans with internal teams and feasibility.· Create and manage the product backlog, including user story creation and prioritization.· Work with development teams on sprint planning, tracking progress, and reporting to leadership.· Manage program dependencies and risks, escalating issues as needed. |
40% |
Quality management for the project delivery· Lead meetings to clarify requirements, address issues, and ensure adherence to quality targets.· Lead defect triage discussions and drive resolution.· Track and report on key quality metrics, ensuring releases meet agreed-upon standards.· Ensure adherence to software processes, procedures, and tool usage.· Represent the software team in change control boards and conduct release readiness reviews. |
30% |
Stakeholder Management & Collaboration· Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.· Act as the primary point of contact for product-related inquiries and communications.· Act as a liaison between software and non-software teams (e.g., product assurance, systems engineering, hardware, suppliers) to resolve inter-disciplinary dependencies.· Mentor and guide junior product owners and team members. |
30% |
Key Experience required:
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
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12+ years of experience in automotive embedded software development and delivery, specifically within In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) systems.
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Proven experience in Android development within an automotive context.
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Demonstrated success in leading and launching complex software products in the automotive industry.
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Experience managing distributed, multi-cultural development teams across different time zones is highly preferred.
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Expert knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe), and related tools (e.g., Jira).
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in a product management or product owner role, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
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Proficient in project management principles and practices for the execution of automotive software development projects, including risk management, resource allocation, and budget control.
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Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in embedded systems (e.g., C, C++, Java) and experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
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Familiarity with standard design techniques using UML tools (e.g., Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody).
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Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git).
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Exceptional communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with all levels of a global, matrixed organization.
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Japanese language proficiency is a significant advantage.