Job Description
About Us
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.
The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
Role Summary The Senior Manager, IT Program Management, will be responsible for all Enterprise Technology
within the Rivian Volkswagen Technology joint venture. This role will own the IT asset list,
ensure the required capabilities are met, work with the Rivian ET organization to achieve
required capabilities, and operate as the point of contact for all things IT within the joint venture.
This individual will work with the business stakeholders throughout the joint venture to define
and implement their tools and strategies, and act as primary liaison to the ET organization. Over
time, this role may insource key ET roles that are unique to the joint venture and critical to the
successful scaling of the business.
Responsibilities - Manage the IT asset list and ensure all assets are accounted for and properly maintained.
- Drive the transition into the joint venture from zero to one through prioritization of activities, thinking strategically about what the teams need to succeed, and working with each application owner to successfully transition all users over the first 6 months.
- Work with the Rivian ET organization to identify and prioritize IT needs.
- Develop and implement IT solutions that meet the needs of the joint venture.
- Manage a team of 2-3 IT professionals.
- Serve as the point of contact for all IT-related issues within the joint venture.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest IT trends and technologies.
- Develop and maintain a budget for IT expenses.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in IT management.
- Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and operations.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California-Based Applicants : 159,000 to 199,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
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