Req ID 80291 | Vernon Hills MI Home Office, United States ZF Services, LLC

Job Description

About the Team
Join ZF’s diagnostics team to lead the launch and ownership of a new vehicle diagnostics software platform focused on commercial vehicles. This role combines software product ownership, go-to-market strategy, and cross-functional coordination to ensure a successful rollout. You will work closely with global teams across engineering, legal, customer support, and commercial operations to deliver a seamless launch experience.
The position requires a hybrid schedule at our Auburn Hills, MI office.

What you can look forward to as Software Launch Manager – Vehicle Diagnostics:

Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market plans for new vehicle diagnostics software. Translate market and customer requirements into actionable implementation plans for internal and external product & development teams. Manage all aspects of the product launch, including legal, customer support, documentation, and internal readiness. Drive cross-functional collaboration across global product, engineering, legal, and support teams. Own and communicate project delivery timelines and updates for diverse stakeholder groups, including executive leadership. Partner with product managers and business leaders to shape and execute the overall diagnostics strategy.

Your profile as Software Launch Manager – Vehicle Diagnostics:

Bachelor’s Degree required. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience. Proven experience in software product launches, ideally in B2B or industrial markets. Strong understanding of vehicle diagnostics, preferably in commercial vehicles. Ability to work independently and in ambiguous or new situations. Entrepreneurial mindset and strong business acumen. Experience managing customer transitions to rearchitected SaaS products, including changes in licensing and user management. Familiarity with software development concepts (APIs, licensing, enterprise integrations); technical depth not required. Excellent communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.

What We Offer at Auburn Hills:

A supportive collaborative team environment Annual Incentive Plan Paid Vacation 401k Plan Health Care Benefits Paid Holidays A Hybrid Work Schedule (2 days remote/3 days onsite) A strong diversity culture Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

 

Be part of our ZF team as Project Manager, Go-to-Market and apply now!

 

Contact

Bethany Vijayakumar

 

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran