Software Release Manager

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.We are currently seeking a Software Release Manager. This position requires an experienced professional with a strong background in managing complex releases from planning to deployment. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, possess the ability to learn quickly and strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

The Role:

• Manage technical releases and work with cross-functional teams such as PMO, Engineering, Integration, and Validation to compile lists of changes going into releases
• Lead change control board meetings, assign the proper responsible lead to the work being discussed, and follow up on the process end-to-end
• Work closely with the Software Release Manager to define the release content
• Work with the Software Quality and Process Engineering teams to continuously evaluate the release and change management efforts to improve processes and remove inefficiencies
• Create metrics and dashboards to facilitate a data-driven approach to process improvement
• Work with TPM teams across the software and hardware organizations to ensure they know what their deliverables are at all times and guide them through the process

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in the areas of software release and/or project management
• Proven track record of managing complex software projects and releases to closure
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional work to completion
• Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle
• Experience with agile and waterfall software development methodologies
• Experience with software development and project management tools (Jira, ClearQuest, DOORS, JAMA, GIT, ClearCase, MS Project, …)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience in embedded and/or automotive SW
• Formal training in project management
• Experience with driving organizational change

Education:

• BS minimum in the areas of Computer Science or related fields, MS preferred

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.·       California (Bay Area) - $115,000-$165,000Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)Lucid maintains your privacy according to its Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice. At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations. To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.