Senior Software Project Manager – Embedded Software (Electrification)

For more than a century, we have been shaping progress in our product sector as a technology leader – whether it's starter motors, generators, start/stop systems or mild hybridization. Innovation, development expertise and the highest quality standards make us a reliable partner for automotive manufacturers – at 14 locations worldwide. Our products are not only efficient and durable, but also provide high functional flexibility and the right answers for global product platforms and more stringent CO2 requirements.

Senior Software Project Manager – Embedded Software (Electrification)

Join us in shaping the future of mobility. And your own.

SEG Automotive combines the strength of a global player with the short decision-making paths and culture of a medium-sized company. We offer you a fulfilling, challenging, and future-proof job: With us, you can make a contribution to society while also enjoying a wide range of opportunities for personal and international development.

Become part of our intercultural team of over 6,500 employees in 14 countries. This is how you make an impact – on the automotive industry and your own career.

• About the Role
• We are looking for a motivated and experienced Soft­ware Project Manager to take end-to-end responsibility for embedded software development within our Electrification business unit. In this key role, you will lead cross-functional software teams, steer complex development projects, and ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of software solutions for electrified power­train systems. You will act as the central interface between internal functions, customers, and external partners, aligning technical solutions with project and business objectives in a dynamic automotive environment.
• Your future with us:
• Lead and coordinate all software develop­ment activities across the complete project lifecycle
• Define, implement, and track soft­ware project plans, milestones, and deliverables
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards (e.g. ASPICE, ISO 26262) and customer-specific requirements
• Act as the primary point of contact for software-related topics towards internal teams, customers, and suppliers
• Track project progress, proactively manage risks, and initiate corrective actions when necessary
• Support effort estimation, resource planning, and trans­parent reporting to management
• Actively support the continuous improve­ment and reshaping of our software development processes
• Foster a collaborative, structured, and agile software develop­ment environment

• You are a strong communicator and leader with a solid technical back­ground. Ideally, you have:
• A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field
• Several years of experience in software develop­ment and software project management
• A strong understanding of automotive software development processes and standards
• Proven experience leading and coordinating cross-functional teams
• Hands-on familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stake­holder management skills
• Fluency in English; German is a plus