Director, OEM Integrations And Transformation

Summary

Join Platform Science, a leading SaaS provider in connected vehicle software, as a Technology Executive. Lead strategic and technical engagements with OEMs, ensuring seamless integration of our platform into their vehicles. Collaborate closely with OEM leaders to identify needs and align strategies. Develop scalable integration patterns, scope OEM integration work, and align future platform engineering needs with company goals. Oversee professional services tailored to OEM requirements. Stay ahead of industry trends and represent the company at industry events. This role requires extensive experience in software-defined vehicle technology and strong relationship management skills.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in software-defined vehicle technology, connected vehicle ecosystems, or related fields
• Proven expertise in software management, development, procurement, and commercialization, particularly within OEM contexts
• Strong technical knowledge of TCUs, HMIs, HPC systems, and sensor networks
• Exceptional relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business domains
• Experience managing professional services teams and projects for OEM clients
• Ability to navigate complex OEM and supplier ecosystems, understanding dependencies and delivering solutions

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and OEM technology and business leaders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with OEM stakeholders, including navigating tier 1 supplier dependencies
• Understand OEM strategic priorities, technical needs, and pain points to tailor solutions effectively
• Support new OEM relationships as a subject matter expert and assist in forward-deployed engineering efforts where required
• Lead engineering efforts to support OEMs in integrating SaaS technology into TCUs, HMIs, and HPC systems
• Provide technical guidance on current and future sensor networks, ensuring alignment with OEM roadmaps
• Act as the technical subject-matter expert during OEM discussions and integration processes
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement scalable, repeatable integration patterns
• Drive the development of tools, frameworks, and processes to streamline SaaS adoption across diverse OEM ecosystems
• Work closely with internal teams to scope OEM integration efforts, ensuring alignment with project timelines and technical requirements
• Identify and communicate future platform engineering needs based on OEM feedback and industry trends
• Coordinate with product and engineering teams to prioritize and deliver enhancements that address OEM requirements
• Define and manage professional services offerings to assist OEMs in adopting and integrating the SaaS platform
• Oversee the delivery of professional services projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and alignment with OEM timelines
• Stay ahead of industry trends in software-defined vehicles, connected vehicle ecosystems, and sensor networks
• Provide strategic insights to internal teams to enhance product offerings and align with OEM and industry needs
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and forums, showcasing thought leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Familiarity with SaaS platforms and their application within the automotive industry
• Demonstrated success in scaling integration processes and frameworks

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurances
• AD&D and life insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Six weeks of paid parental leave