Product Owner, Electronic Brake Control System

Product Owner – Electronic Brake Control System (EBS)

About the Role

We are seeking a Temporary Product Owner (PO) to lead the Electronic Brake Control System (EBS) development team. This role involves technical leadership, agile team coordination, supplier discussions, system architecture strategy implementation, and ensuring compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards.

As the interim Product Owner, you will be responsible for prioritizing work items, managing requirements, and ensuring timely, high-quality software and system deliveries. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and key stakeholders to drive innovation and maintain system integrity.

Key Responsibilities

✔️ Technical Leadership – Lead an Agile development team consisting of Function Owners and Developers focused on brake control systems.
✔️ Agile Project Management – Prioritize work items, oversee daily stand-ups, and manage the PI (Program Increment) plan for the team.
✔️ Cross-Team Collaboration – Align requirements with key stakeholders, including the testing team, HMI teams, and powertrain division.
✔️ System Architecture & Supplier Management – Lead discussions on EBS functionality and system integration with suppliers and business partners.
✔️ Functional Safety & Cybersecurity – Oversee FMEA, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Hazard Analysis, Functional Safety Concept, Safety Case approvals, and Cybersecurity TARA risk evaluation.
✔️ Verification & Validation – Define and implement the test strategy for EBS functions, following V-model methodologies, ensuring software readiness before release.
✔️ Issue Resolution & Quality Control – Lead the resolution of product issues, whether they arise during development, manufacturing, or in real-world customer applications.
✔️ Coaching & Mentorship – Support junior team members, foster a culture of continuous learning, and act as a role model for professional development.

Required Qualifications & Experience

✅ 10+ years of experience in automotive software development, with expertise in chassis systems & electronic brake control systems.
✅ Deep vehicle dynamics knowledge and an understanding of brake system integration.
✅ Strong team leadership & organizational skills, with experience in decision-making, planning, and prioritization.
✅ Experience in Agile methodologies and managing cross-functional collaborations.
✅ Strong knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434), and FMEA methodologies.
✅ Fluent in English (written & verbal).
✅ Valid driver’s license (B required, C preferred).