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, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

The Role:

• Participate in change control board meetings to define release content and schedule
• Coordinate cross-functional release activities between software development, validation, build and release teams, Tech Pubs, Field Service, Customer Care, PMO, etc.
• Manage software release communication and relationships with suppliers, manufacturing and end-customers
• Conduct release readiness reviews, milestone reviews and go/no-go reviews
• Lead and coordinate the cross-functional release deployment activities
• Work with software quality and process engineering teams towards continuous improvement of release processes and metrics

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
• Demonstrated leadership, analytical skills and attention to detail

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.Notice regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirement as a condition of gainful employment within the United StatesAt Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus, and the increased transmissibility with recent variants, all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States, must provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses) based on the manufacturer's guidelines on their first day of employment. Individuals seeking a medical and/or religious exemption from this requirement may be granted such an accommodation after submitting a formal request to and the subsequent review and approval thereof by our dedicated Covid-19 Response team. 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.