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Program Manager

Auburn Hills, MI

Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited four‑year college or university * 2 to 4 years of automotive program management experience, including at least one successful program launch for a ...

Ancora

Automotive Program Director-STVT

Mcallen, TX · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Automotive Program Director-STVT Full Time Exempt Professional STVT - McAllen TX, McAllen, TX, US ... management and administration of their assigned program related to teaching, advising students ...

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Magna

Manager of Program Management

Muncie, IN · On-site

Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're ... The Manager, Program Management provides strategic and technical leadership to the Program ...

Magna

Program Launch Manager

Muncie, IN · On-site

Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're ... The Manager, Program Management provides strategic and technical leadership to the Program ...

Stabilus

Automotive Accounts Manager

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Automotive Accounts Manager Since 1934, Stabilus has offered components for diverse applications ... Customer Program Manager - coordinate activities with Program Manager in the event of a pending ...

Stabilus

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Automotive Accounts Manager

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr (+ commission)

... Program Manager in the event of a pending milestone might be missed to establish "get well" plan and notify customer Main Tasks: · Understand macro automotive industry trends, how they affect ...

H. T. PROF Group

Program Manager

Holland, MI · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

*Must Have Automotive Program Management Experience* Role Overview Leads cross-functional teams to successfully deliver programs by meeting customer Statement of Work (SOW), timing, cost, and quality ...

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How much do freelance automotive program manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance automotive program manager in the United States is $107,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a freelance automotive program manager?

A Freelance Automotive Program Manager is an independent professional who oversees and coordinates automotive projects or programs for clients, typically on a contract basis. They manage timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery of automotive products or initiatives. Their responsibilities often include liaising between stakeholders, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Freelance program managers bring specialized expertise to automotive companies without the commitment of a full-time hire.

How does a freelance automotive program manager typically collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams during a project?

As a Freelance Automotive Program Manager, you'll often serve as the central point of coordination between clients and various internal and external teams, such as engineering, supply chain, design, and manufacturing. Effective communication and organization are key, as you'll facilitate project meetings, ensure all stakeholders are aligned on goals and timelines, and address any issues or changes quickly. Since the role is freelance, you may work remotely and use digital collaboration tools to stay connected, requiring strong self-management skills and adaptability to different client cultures and workflows.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance automotive program manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Automotive Program Manager, you need a strong background in automotive engineering or project management, often supported by industry experience and a relevant degree. Familiarity with project management tools like MS Project or Jira, and knowledge of automotive standards such as IATF 16949, are typically required. Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate cross-functional teams and manage client relationships effectively. These competencies ensure successful project delivery, client satisfaction, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced automotive environment.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Automotive Program Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,460 per year, or $51.7 per hour.

Customer Program Manager - Automotive

Nvidia Corporation

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Nvidia rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 247 rated software companies

Job description

At NVIDIA, our employees are passionate about parallel and visual computing which is becoming the backbone or recent Artificial Intelligence revolution. Our technology is at the heart of the state-of-the-art innovation in A.I, video games, cloud and enterprise computing and embedded fields. NVIDIA's solutions power the digital cockpits, infotainment systems and autonomous driving platforms of some of the world's most creative and established car makers. And we've only scratched the surface of what we can accomplish when we apply our technology to it. We need passionate, hardworking, and creative people to help us seek some of these rare opportunities!
We are searching an experienced Customer Program Manager for the US market to lead the autonomous driving, robo-taxi, and A.I. in the car programs with Tier-1 and car OEMs. As a key member of the Customer Program Management Team for NVIDIA's Automotive business unit, this role requires an expert in Program Management with solid engineering background who will be responsible for the managing of program execution as well as customer relations.
What you'll be doing:
  • Lead customer-facing automotive programs involving AI, data science, ADAS, autonomous driving, in-cabin AI, perception, simulation, or software-defined vehicle platforms.
  • Partner with customers and internal teams to define and execute data campaign initiatives, including data collection goals, sensor coverage, scenario targets, edge-case discovery, labeling needs, dataset readiness, and feedback loops into model development.
  • Define program schedules, achievements and work based on the customer roadmap and requirements
  • Translate customer requirements into specific tasks for all functional areas and actively collect, track and drive all issues to closure
  • Communicate the issue status to the customer and internal teams located on different geographical zones
  • Identify and accurately represent the priority of issues and raise them appropriately
  • Work closely with the engineering, quality, logistics and the Sales team to resolve technical and logistic issues
  • Regularly communicate the program status and key issues to customer and Nvidia management

What we need to see:
  • Have 12+ years of experience in project/program management in the Automotive or Embedded Industry for electrical/electronic and software products
  • A strong technical background and experience working with customers in an OEM environment
  • Experience in handling global projects with multinational program members
  • BS/MS or equivalent experience in Engineering or Computer Science, MBA with prior technical background
  • Understanding of machine learning and data science workflows, including data ingestion, labeling, feature analysis, model training, evaluation, validation, and deployment.
  • Experience supporting or leading data campaign initiatives for automotive, robotics, autonomy, perception, mapping, simulation, or other AI-heavy domains.
  • Exposure to ML Ops, data operations, cloud AI infrastructure, GPU-accelerated training, simulation pipelines, synthetic data, or large-scale data management.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:
  • Track record in managing complex hardware and software product development preferably in automotive industry
  • Prior experience in ADAS, Autonomous Driving, Mapping or Data Collection projects
  • Leadership in coordination of different functional teams towards the same target
  • Good communication, presentation, negotiation, and organization skills.
  • Dedicated and able to work with minimum supervision

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 13, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

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