Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

Sr Technical Project Manager

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $108,900.00 - $181,500.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

We are hiring a Senior Technical Project/Program Manager to join our team supporting engineering and product development in the automotive technology space. This role is ideal for a technically proficient leader with a strong background in managing complex, cross-functional engineering initiatives. You will drive all aspects of engineering and product development programs—from planning and execution to delivery—ensuring alignment with business goals, technical standards, and customer expectations.

You will define work plans, manage resources, and oversee timelines and budgets for high-impact projects. You’ll also play a key role in configuration, change, and release management, while collaborating across engineering, product, and business teams. Your ability to lead with influence, apply analytical thinking, and drive innovation will be critical to your success.

What You'll Do:

Responsibilities

Lead large-scale, cross-functional engineering and product development projects in the automotive technology domain.

Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource needs in collaboration with stakeholders.

Manage configuration, change, and release processes to ensure high-quality, timely delivery of technical solutions.

Provide support to project teams and cross-functional initiatives, acting as a key liaison between engineering, product, and business units.

Identify and recommend technical and process improvements to enhance delivery efficiency and product quality.

Define, implement, and consult on project management standards, tools, and best practices across teams.

Track and communicate project status, risks, and issues to leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Guide teams through requirement analysis, ensuring functional and non-functional needs are clearly defined and met.

Support system and technology integration efforts, ensuring seamless communication across platforms and applications.

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Who You Are:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline and 4 years’ experience as a Project/Program Manager. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 2 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 8 years’ experience in a related field

Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects or committed deliverables and delivering them on time and within budget

Experience working in an agile environment (preferred scaled agile).

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels

Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and software or some experience with ability to learn quickly.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions.

Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Live within a commutable distance to the office.

Preferred 

 Degree in related discipline strongly desired (Computer Science.)  

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.