Manager, IT – Diagnostic Tools and Toolchains

Daimler Truck North America

. Oversees strategy and delivery for advanced diagnostic platforms supporting development, manufacturing, and aftersales.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeDetroit • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $144,000 - $184,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityJava

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversees strategy and delivery for advanced diagnostic platforms supporting development, manufacturing, and aftersales.
Ensures secure, reliable, and future-ready solutions by leading technical teams and collaborating with partners.
Manages release cycles, validation strategy, defect resolution, and performance improvements.
Leads & implements industry-standard cybersecurity practices to protect against threats.
Manages a team of dynamic IT engineers, analysts, and cloud specialists, providing guidance and mentorship.
Works with technology partners and collaborates with VCI suppliers to align technology updates with product requirements.
Accountable for stable operations of the platforms.
Drives all platforms and applications towards being future ready, user-centric, and cost effective.
Works closely with cross-functional teams to collaborate on their strategies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related disciplines (Automotive, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, or similar)
15–18 years of industry experience
Experience utilizing Diagnostic Link Engineering (DLE), Reservoir and Tele-diagnostics
Strong experience in program and project management
Working knowledge of vehicle cybersecurity standards and secure diagnostics concepts
Solid understanding of vehicle E/E architectures, ECUs, and in‑vehicle networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
Strong understanding of IT & Vehicle software development
In-depth understanding and previous use of C# and JAVA
Experience with IT DevOps & Vehicle software development lifecycle or SEDP
Proven leadership ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance
volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

C#JAVADiagnostic Link Engineering (DLE)Reservoir diagnosticsTele-diagnosticsprogram managementproject managementIT DevOpsvehicle software development lifecyclecybersecurity practices

Soft Skills

leadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationinterpersonal skillsmentorshipcollaborationguidanceproactive approachcontinuous improvementcross-functional team management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in AutomotiveBachelor’s degree in ElectricalBachelor’s degree in ElectronicsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science