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Senior Director Software Engineering

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At a Glance

Location
Aachen, Germany
Employment
Full time
Posted
2026-06-10

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Automotive
  • Engineering

Requirements

Extensive experience in software engineering leadership, including managing large or distributed teams

Proven track record of delivering complex software products or platforms

Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, architecture principles, and development methodologies

Experience managing multiple programs or product lines simultaneously

Strong stakeholder management and influence across functions

) is the global industry leader in creating unique, moving experiences for the automotive world.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director, Software Engineering is responsible for leading the development, delivery, and lifecycle management of software products and platforms.

This role provides strategic and operational leadership across engineering teams, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions aligned with business objectives.

The position combines technical leadership, organizational management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive execution across multiple development programs and product areas.

Lead end-to-end software engineering delivery across one or more product or platform domains

Oversee multiple concurrent development programs from concept through production and maintenance

Ensure scalable, reliable, and secure software architecture and delivery practices