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If you just graduated (or you're about to) and the job search is already feeling confusing, you're not imagining it.
A degree proves you can learn—but employers hire for job readiness: projects that look like real work, current tech stacks, interview confidence, and the ability to contribute on day one.
That's why many new grads send hundreds of applications and still hear nothing back.
It's not because you're "not smart enough.” It's because most entry-level pipelines are crowded, and hiring teams filter heavily for candidates who look production-ready.
We are actively considering candidates for entry-level software engineering and data roles, especially Java full stack, Java/Python development, DevOps automation, data analytics, data engineering, data science, and ML/AI—full-time opportunities aligned to client needs.
Our core emphasis remains Java/Full Stack/DevOps and Data/Analytics/Engineering/ML.
SynergisticIT focuses on two high-demand lanes: Java / Full Stack / DevOps and Data (Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Data Scientist) + ML/AI—so you don't graduate with scattered skills, you graduate with an employable stack.
SynergisticIT since 2010, has helped candidates land full-time roles at major organizations (examples often cited include Google, Apple, PayPal, Visa, Western Union, Wells Fargo, Client, Banking, Wayfair, Client, Client, and more) with offers commonly in the $95k–$154k range depending on role and skill depth.
For a new grad, the bigger message isn't the number—it's that results require a structured pathway, not random applications.
Here's a realistic way to think about your advantage as a fresh graduate: you're early enough to build the right foundation before bad habits set in.
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Sysco is Now Hiring Diesel Fleet Technicians Lvl II in St. Charles, MO!
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We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
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Owner’s Representative – Be the Eyes & Ears of the Clean Energy Revolution
GreenKey Solar is a vertically integrated solar development company that develops, finances, owns, and operates solar and battery storage projects. We partner closely with our sister company, Renewable Acres, Inc. (RAI), a solar and battery storage EPC company that builds the majority of GreenKey’s projects.
We are a fast-growing renewable energy development company on a mission to revolutionize the sustainability landscape. GreenKey is rapidly expanding its owned operating portfolio—currently ~40 MW, with plans to add ~100 MW in 2026 and sustain this trajectory for the long-term. As we scale, we need an Owner’s Representative to liaison between the Project Owner and EPC, aligning interests and ensuring projects are delivered with safety, compliance, and financeability in mind.
Building a cleaner, brighter future requires individuals who are ready to act with purpose and precision. As the Owner's Representative for GreenKey Solar, you’ll be at the forefront of enabling clean energy innovation, supporting critical initiatives that drive sustainable progress and industry transformation. Our work directly impacts the fight against climate change while fostering excellence. With an entrepreneurial spirit, a dedication to innovation, and a commitment to our core values, you will be building the future of clean energy in the U.S.
Who You Are:
You are not a passive reviewer. You are a critical thinker and a “get it done” operator. You see around corners, surface issues early, and drive them to resolution. You’re comfortable challenging assumptions, asking hard questions, and holding teams accountable, while also collaborating effectively to keep projects moving.
You learn fast, figure things out, and don’t wait to be told what needs attention. You’re equally comfortable with drawings, field conditions, contract requirements, and lender and Independent Engineer expectations. Your north star is long-term asset performance and risk reduction for the long-term.
Your Mission
As the Owner’s Representative, you are the eyes and ears of GreenKey across all construction activity. Your mission is to protect the Owner’s outcomes, from the schedule, budget, quality, safety, and long-term performance. You will proactively identify risks, enforce contract requirements, validate progress, and drive resolution of issues from design through energization and final completion. You will surface decisions quickly and in real-time as they will be required to ensure any bottlenecks between Owner and EPC are eliminated during construction.
You will partner closely with the EPC, Independent Engineers, lenders, and internal development teams to ensure every project is built right, documented right, and handed off in a way that supports decades of safe, reliable operation.
Your Responsibilities:
Pre-Construction Oversight
- Review, redline, and challenge construction drawing sets (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) across civil, racking, and electrical, ensuring constructability and long-term O&M functionality.
- Validate designs against permitting conditions, lease constraints/setbacks, interconnection requirements, NEC/AHJ standards, and owner requirements.
- Review EPC subcontractor legitimacy and readiness, including qualifications, scope clarity, and risk flags before mobilization.
- Confirm insurance documentation is complete and compliant for all contractors and subcontractors before work begins.
Construction Monitoring & Owner Protection
- Monitor construction progress against schedule, scope, and budget. Bring risks to the surface early and drive corrective action with EPC leadership.
- Ensure construction activities comply with permits and site requirements (e.g., SWPPP, work-hour restrictions, environmental conditions).
- Enforce EPC contract compliance by reviewing contract deliverables and reporting accuracy throughout construction.
- Review field changes and deviations from drawings to ensure they are technically justified and do not compromise long-term operational success.
- Validate physical and financial milestones to support owner approval of milestone funding releases.
- Operate as the lead for the Project Owner to support necessary decisions in a quick manner as they arise from the EPC during construction to ensure bottlenecks are eliminated.
Reporting & Independent Engineer Coordination
- Review EPC reporting and payment applications to ensure they accurately reflect true project status and meet contract requirements.
- Work directly with Independent Engineers to ensure they receive complete documentation needed for monthly draw certificates and milestone certifications.
- Coordinate revised milestone dates, when delays occur, between Owner, EPC, and IE & Lenders while maintaining compliance with financing agreements.
- Monitor timely processing of conditional/unconditional lien waivers between EPC and Owner, ensuring clean closeout documentation.
- Monitor PWA compliance and coordinate remedy payments and documentation support as required.
Testing, Commissioning & Energization
- Coordinate with any necessary communications required from the Project Owner between utilities and EPC to ensure all energization related activities are performed on schedule, safely and in compliance.
- Review testing and commissioning documentation for completeness, accuracy, and technical validity. Flag issues, investigate root causes, and drive resolution.
- Confirm key test packages and results such as insulation resistance/VLF testing, inverter commissioning, capacity tests, transformer grid match testing, IV curve traces (VOC + polarity), and ground resistance testing.
- Ensure the project receives PTO from the utility and is successfully energized in accordance with interconnection requirements.
- Confirm systems are operating at expected performance: verify inverter-level generation aligns with POI meter readings and assess losses as needed.
Post-Construction Closeout & Long-Term Asset Readiness
- Ensure the site is constructed per plans and that field modifications are captured in accurate, complete as-built drawings.
- Visit project sites to create and drive closure of the final punchlist required for Substantial and Final Completion.
- Confirm major equipment warranties are properly assigned to GreenKey and that closeout packages are complete.
- Ensure final liens are released and documentation is sufficient to support conversion of construction debt to permanent financing.
- Support final certification of PWA compliance, including coordination with third-party audit processes as needed.
What We Value:
- Accountability & Ownership: You step up, own your work, and deliver on promises. You see projects through to completion and take responsibility when challenges arise.
- Creativity & Problem-Solving: Challenges are opportunities for innovation. You think critically, explore solutions, and never settle for the status quo.
- Curiosity & Growth-Oriented: You approach tasks with curiosity, a hunger to learn, and the drive to make processes better.
- Initiative/Self-Starter: You act before being asked, spot opportunities others miss, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Integrity/Transparency: Honesty and trustworthiness are your foundation. You follow through on commitments and build strong, transparent relationships.
Qualifications:
We know that exceptional talent comes in many forms. If you resonate with our values and mission and have the skills to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply.
- Experience: 5 or more years of experience in utility-scale solar construction, EPC management, owner’s rep work, engineering, project controls, or related infrastructure delivery.
- Expertise: Strong ability to interpret and challenge civil/structural/electrical design packages, construction quality, and commissioning documentation. Working knowledge of EPC contracts, pay applications, milestone funding mechanics, and lien waiver processes. Familiarity with utility PTO/energization processes, interconnection requirements, and owner/lender reporting expectations.
- Technology and other skills: Expertise in written and verbal communication, and organization; proficiency with tools like Google Drive, Egnyte, and Smartsheet is a plus.
- Mindset: Resourceful, adaptable, and committed to excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments and handle multiple tasks with ease.
- Agency: Proven ability to operate independently, communicate clearly, and drive issues to resolution across multiple stakeholders.
- Passion for sustainability: You are inspired by the opportunity to contribute to clean energy and small business success.
- Travel: Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Why Join Us?
- High-Impact Ownership Role: Protect and strengthen the long-term performance of assets GreenKey will own and operate for decades.
- Autonomy + Accountability: You’ll be trusted to identify issues, drive solutions, and raise the standard across projects.
- Growing Portfolio: Join a rapidly scaling organization building ~100 MW/year of owned solar and storage.
- Mission-Driven Work: Help deliver clean energy infrastructure that directly combats climate change.
- Strong Partners: Work alongside an experienced EPC team and a nimble owner-operators focused on doing things the right way.
We are seeking a Lead Footwear Materials Designer to join a highly innovative product creation team focused on performance-driven outdoor footwear. This role plays a key part in shaping the future of functional, durable, and visually compelling material solutions. Ideal candidates are creative problem solvers with deep material knowledge, a passion for the outdoors, and the ability to balance performance, aesthetics, and sustainability in design.
This role works cross-functionally with product designers, material teams, color and graphics, development, engineering, innovation, and various design disciplines. The designer will collaborate with approximately 10 team members and report directly to the Footwear Materials Design Manager.
Who We're Looking For:
We are searching for a materials expert who can elevate outdoor footwear through innovative, performance driven design. The ideal teammate is curious, collaborative, open minded, and eager to push the boundaries of what materials can achieve. They excel at translating consumer insights into compelling storytelling, crafting materials that connect emotionally while meeting technical demands.
What You'll Work On:
As a Lead Footwear Materials Designer, you will:
-Drive the material design process from concept to commercialization.
-Develop materials that enhance performance, durability, sustainability, and aesthetic impact.
-Explore new technologies, techniques, and material innovations.
-Ensure materials align with the brand's philosophy of functionality and durability in outdoor environments.
-Collaborate with cross functional teams such as engineering, development, research / innovation, testing, costing, marketing, and other design disciplines.
-Build 3D samples, create mockups, and support the visualization of material concepts.
-Contribute to seasonal storytelling, consumer insights, and narrative -driven product design.
-Maintain strong alignment with sustainability goals and eco-friendly material practices.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, Fashion Design, Product Design, Industrial Design, Accessory/Furniture/Footwear/Textile Design, or comparable experience.
Experience:
-3-5 years of relevant materials, textile, or footwear design experience.
-Proven ability to drive material innovation and push design boundaries.
-Strong understanding of outdoor performance requirements and environmental challenges.
-Ability to translate consumer insights into compelling material narratives and executions.
-Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including eco friendly and weatherized material sourcing.
-Experience creating 3D samples and hand built mockups.
-Strong understanding of color, form, human factors, and how materials influence consumer experience.
-High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
-Ability to present concepts clearly and confidently.
-Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Top Must Haves
-Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
-Deep knowledge of textiles (wovens, leather, knits)
-Strong collaboration skills
-Minimum of 3 - 5 years materials design experience (5 + preferred)
Nice to Haves
-Experience with footwear materials specifically
-Experience with knitwear
-Background in outdoor focused products or performance apparel
In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.
Benefits
Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.Email Your Resume In Word To
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Status: 6-month contract (possibly extended)
Job Title: Lead Footwear Merchant
Location: Hybrid in Beaverton, OR
Salary: $43.33/hr
About the company:
We do more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries, and push out the edges of what can be. Our company looks for people who can grow, think, dream, and create. Our culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders, and visionaries. We are about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving environment.
We are a technology company. From our flagship website and five-star mobile apps to developing products, managing big data, and providing leading-edge engineering and systems support, our teams exist to revolutionize the future at the confluence of tech and sport. We invest in and develop advances in technology and employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate, and serve consumers more directly and personally. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with us.
Lead Footwear Merchant:
Our client is seeking a dynamic Lead Footwear Merchant who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and brings a strong passion for product and consumer insights. This role is ideal for a strategic yet hands-on merchandising professional who can translate marketplace trends and sales data into impactful assortment strategies while collaborating across cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is highly driven, naturally curious, and excels at building strong relationships to influence product and merchandising decisions.
This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.
Lead Footwear Merchant Responsibilities:
- Lead the development of consumer-focused footwear assortments by analyzing marketplace trends, sales performance, and consumer insights to inform merchandising strategies.
- Manage seasonal product planning across multiple timelines, ensuring assortments align with business goals, inventory targets, and marketplace opportunities.
- Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, planning, marketing, analytics, and operations, to support product strategy and execution.
- Translate business performance data and retail metrics such as sell-through, margin, and inventory levels into actionable recommendations for future assortments.
- Prepare and deliver seasonal merchandising tools, presentations, and product insights to support internal stakeholders and marketplace partners.
- Maintain a deep understanding of the footwear marketplace, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape to influence future product direction.
- Foster strong working relationships across teams and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment.
Lead Footwear Merchant Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 5+ years of experience in merchandising, retail, product creation, or a related consumer products environment.
- Demonstrated experience working with footwear products within a retail, brand, or product merchandising setting.
- Strong retail and analytical acumen with familiarity using merchandising and business tools such as MMX, AV tools, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to translate consumer insights, sales performance, and market trends into merchandising strategies and product recommendations.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally, influence stakeholders, and build strong professional relationships.
- Highly motivated, curious, and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes initiative to drive results.
- Previous experience working with major global athletic or lifestyle brands is strongly preferred.
Manufacturing Technician Lead
Solarcore is an advanced materials technology company that develops the most scientifically innovative thermal solutions on the planet. We are on a mission to solve the world’s largest thermal efficiency problems by revolutionizing the antiquated world of thermal insulation.
The Manufacturing Technician Lead supports day-to-day operation of a first-of-its-kind advanced materials pilot manufacturing line. This role is responsible for equipment operation, raw material preparation, in-process monitoring, and maintaining a safe and organized production environment. As part of a small startup team, this position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced pilot-scale manufacturing setting.
Pay range: $31.25 - $33.65 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Pilot Line Operation
· Operate pilot-scale manufacturing equipment according to established procedures and process parameters.
· Monitor process conditions and adjust equipment within defined operating limits.
· Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, and changeovers.
· Identify and escalate process deviations or equipment issues.
· Support commissioning and process improvement activities.
Raw Material Preparation
· Prepare, measure, stage, and handle raw materials in accordance with production requirements.
· Follow batch instructions, formulations, and material handling procedures.
· Maintain accurate material usage and inventory records.
· Ensure proper storage, labeling, and traceability of materials.
Quality & Documentation
· Record production data accurately and completely.
· Perform in-process inspections and basic quality checks.
· Follow SOPs and work instructions to ensure consistent product output.
· Assist with process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Equipment & Facility Support
· Perform basic preventive maintenance tasks and cleaning activities.
· Maintain clean and organized production and storage areas (5S).
· Support troubleshooting efforts alongside engineering staff.
· Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE and material handling requirements.
Education and Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training highly preferred.
· 2–5 years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
· Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
· Experience working with chemicals a plus.
· Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods as required.
· Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable
· Comfortable working in evolving processes
· Strong team mindset
· Willingness to take ownership and learn new equipment
Job Title: Product Owner – Embedded Systems
Location: Portland OR
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to support Automation and Infrastructure teams working on Kernel/QNX and Android platforms. The ideal candidate will work closely with engineering, automation, and program stakeholders to define product features, manage the product backlog, and ensure predictable delivery through Agile frameworks.
The role requires strong development-facing experience in embedded or automotive projects, enabling effective collaboration with engineering teams and minimizing ramp-up time.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Automation and Infrastructure teams working on Kernel/QNX and Android platforms.
- Define features and user stories with clear Definition of Done (DoD) and acceptance criteria.
- Ensure traceability between product features and product requirements.
- Prioritize and manage product backlog items for sprint planning.
- Work with engineering teams to refine backlog items for clarity and feasibility.
- Collaborate with Scrum Masters and Engineering Leads to ensure predictable Agile delivery.
- Coordinate with Automation Engineers to drive sprint iterations.
- Serve as a liaison between engineering teams and product/program stakeholders.
- Manage development lifecycle activities including development and validation coordination.
- Drive product execution while ensuring alignment with strategic program objectives.
Required Skills
- Experience working as a Product Owner in Embedded or Automotive projects.
- Strong knowledge of Agile / SAFe Agile frameworks.
- 3+ years experience with Jira for backlog management, grooming, and sprint planning.
- Experience using Jama for requirements and test plan management.
- Experience working with development and validation teams in embedded environments.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and engineering processes.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with QNX or Android-based embedded platforms.
- Experience with automation frameworks or infrastructure teams.
- Background in automotive infotainment, telematics, or embedded systems.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join our advanced software and embedded systems team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Python automation (Pytest), Robot Framework, and QNX environments, with strong skills in UX/UI automation and testing. This role involves enhancing and migrating automation frameworks, debugging complex integrations, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality test automation solutions for embedded systems and entertainment platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Automation Framework Development
- Architect, develop, and maintain automation frameworks primarily using Python and Pytest.
- Lead migration of existing Robot Framework tests to Python/Pytest equivalents.
- Build reusable fixtures, utilities, wrapper layers, and automation components to support large test suites.
Test Execution & Optimization
- Analyze and interpret Robot Framework keyword libraries; enable efficient reuse within Python-based executions.
- Optimize hybrid execution flows involving both Pytest and Robot Framework assets.
- Execute and maintain UI and device automation tests using tools such as Appium, Selenium, or equivalent frameworks.
Cross-Layer Debugging & Integration
- Independently debug cross-layer automation issues involving Python, Robot Framework, device tools, and operating systems.
- Integrate automation frameworks with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
Collaboration & Mentorship
- Mentor and guide junior automation engineers, establishing good coding practices, test design patterns, and quality standards.
- Work collaboratively with software engineers, product developers, and QA teams to enhance automation coverage and reliability.
System & Environment Interaction
- Work with QNX OS, virtualization systems (Hypervisor), and cloud environments (AWS).
- Engage with hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet, multimedia interfaces) and hardware simulation/ fault-injection where applicable (nice-to-have).
Required Skills & Experience
- 7–10 years experience in automation engineering with 5+ years hands-on Python automation using Pytest.
- Practical experience with Robot Framework including keywords, variables, resources, and large keyword repositories.
- Strong skills in UI automation using tools such as Appium/Selenium.
- Solid understanding of modular test design and maintainable patterns (page-object, keyword patterns).
- Experience with QNX (Posix) operating system, virtualization (e.g., Hypervisor), and cloud-based environments (preferably AWS).
- Good understanding of Git, branching strategies, and CI/CD workflows.
- Proven ability to debug complex, multi-layered test automation environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to embedded systems, aviation, or high-volume regression environments.
- Experience in framework migration, cross-framework interoperability, or keyword reuse models.
- Background in hardware interactions and media/UX systems (multimedia I/O, touch interactions).
- Familiarity with fault injection tools and hardware simulation techniques.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or related technical field.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Hardware interfacing (USB, Ethernet), multimedia interfaces (touch, audio/video).
- Fault-injection and hardware simulation experience.
- Knowledge of peripheral communication protocols (e.g., GMSL, IP).
Our well-known retail client is looking for a Materials Designer to join their team for 9 months with the potential to extend.
Looking for someone with:
-5+ Years of experience in Materials Design in core footwear - running specifics, covers entire shoe line, material updates and more.
-Solid footwear material knowledge
-MUST include Portfolios: understanding design process from research, trend analysis, and that translated into a product execution, running performance footwear
-Create design direction and material toolbox for silo or product collection within a dimension.
-Knowledge and experience with advanced digital tools/3D skills.
-Ability to design advanced material concepts
-Technical skillset preferred, including engineering and fly knit construction
Nice to haves:
-Understanding of running consumer performance wear
-Narrative story telling, expression
-Expert in Adobe products
In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.
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Job Title: Product Owner – Embedded System Development
Location: Portland, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Product Owner – Embedded Systems Development to drive product vision, roadmap, and delivery for embedded platforms, including Android, Linux/QNX, and kernel-level infrastructure environments. The role requires close collaboration with automation, infrastructure, and development teams to ensure effective backlog management, strategic alignment, and predictable sprint delivery.
The ideal candidate will possess strong experience working with embedded or automotive software development teams, with the ability to translate product requirements into clear features, user stories, and acceptance criteria, while ensuring alignment with program objectives and development timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Product Ownership & Backlog Management
- Own and manage the product backlog for embedded software and automation frameworks.
- Define features and user stories with clear Definition of Done (DoD) and acceptance criteria.
- Ensure traceability by linking features and stories to product and system requirements.
- Prioritize backlog items to align with program goals, engineering capacity, and sprint planning.
- Continuously refine and groom backlog items in collaboration with engineering teams to ensure clarity and feasibility.
Agile Delivery & Team Collaboration
- Work closely with Scrum Masters, Engineering Leads, and development teams to drive predictable, iteration-based delivery.
- Coordinate with Automation and Infrastructure teams working on Kernel, QNX, Linux, and Android environments.
- Facilitate backlog grooming, sprint planning, and iteration reviews.
- Ensure alignment between automation, infrastructure, and development teams for effective sprint execution.
- Support automation scrum iterations in coordination with senior automation engineers.
Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams and product/program stakeholders.
- Communicate priorities, roadmap updates, and sprint outcomes to cross-functional teams.
- Ensure that development activities align with product strategy and program objectives.
Development Process & Technical Collaboration
- Demonstrate strong understanding of software development lifecycle and embedded development processes.
- Collaborate with development and validation teams to drive effective development process management.
- Work closely with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and clarity of requirements.
- Support continuous improvement in development workflows, testing strategies, and automation initiatives.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Embedded Systems, or related field.
Experience:
7+ years of experience in product ownership, product management, or technical program roles, preferably within embedded or automotive software development environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with embedded platforms such as Linux, QNX, Android, or RTOS-based systems.
- Experience working in automotive infotainment, embedded automation frameworks, or system infrastructure teams.
- Strong understanding of kernel-level development environments and embedded system architecture.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams in global engineering environments.
