Senior Automotive SDV Customer Program Management

NXP Semiconductors

Lead Senior Customer Program Manager overseeing strategic SDV programs with top-tier OEMs. Drive projects from planning through successful delivery while engaging with executives.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeSan Jose • California, Missouri, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $220,400 - $303,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading strategic customer programs within semiconductor and automotive sectors, focusing on executive-level engagement, risk mitigation, and complex problem resolution. Proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and deliver successful outcomes through strong communication and leadership skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Leading Strategic Customer ProgramsExecutive-Level Customer EngagementExpert in Customer Escalation ManagementStrong Commercial AcumenDeep Understanding of Automotive Semiconductor Solutions

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Hard Skills

Program GovernanceRisk MitigationComplex Problem ResolutionCustomer Success ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

Soft Skills

Outstanding Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsPresentation SkillsStakeholder Management

Certifications & Qualifications

BSEE

Industry Keywords

SemiconductorAutomotiveOEMTier 1Customer Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end execution of strategic SDV customer programs, clear plans, strong ownership, and successful delivery across hardware, software, and systems integration
Own and drive critical escalations with a positive, solutions-focused approach, establishing clear root cause, accountability, and resolution pathways at pace
Act as the senior interface to OEM leadership, building trust and aligning on priorities, risks, and recovery plans
Create strong cross-functional alignment across engineering, products, operations, and sales, enabling teams to overcome complex program challenges and deliver with confidence
Implement structured program governance that provides clarity on milestones, risks, decisions, and executive-level progress toward successful outcomes
Proactively identify and mitigate risks impacting delivery, quality, or customer satisfaction
Enable decision-making at executive level through clear, concise communication and trade-off recommendations
Recover and accelerate at-risk programs by building clear execution plans, restoring customer confidence, and protecting long-term strategic relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years leading strategic customer programs in semiconductor, automotive, OEM, or Tier 1 environments
Executive-level customer engagement, influence, and stakeholder management
Proven leadership of global, cross-functional teams delivering complex programs
Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving business growth and customer success
Expert in customer escalation management, risk mitigation, and complex problem resolution
Outstanding customer-facing, presentation, negotiation, and communication skills
Deep understanding of automotive semiconductor hardware, software, and system solutions
Ability to build long-term executive relationships, partnerships, and strategic alliances
BSEE required; may consider other similar technical degrees

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
401(k)
paid leave