Senior Product Manager

About Us

42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group, 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software-defined vehicles.

We develop safety-first, user-centric software-defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology, 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self-managing urban transportation operating system.

About the Role

This role is responsible for evolving the Vehicle Experience Platform into a world-class, continuously improving system while ensuring its scalability and adaptability. This individual will define product strategy, drive feature prioritization, and establish external partnerships to deliver the industry’s best vehicle user experience.

This role drives In-Vehicle Experiences that span domains across Infotainment and Mobile Applications. You will also work closely with the Cloud Support organization to ensure a seamless integration across platforms and markets. Working closely with leaders from UX Design, HMI Design, Software Engineering, and Electrical Hardware, this position will help shape the future of connected vehicle experiences. This role is based in our Sunnyvale, CA with regular on-site collaboration with the Silicon Valley-based team. Additionally, several trips per year to South Korea will be required for collaboration with the broader Hyundai Motor Group and 42dot teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Evolution of a Next-Generation Infotainment Platform

  • Drive the transition from an immature infotainment system to a mature, scalable platform used across Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicles.

  • Define the long-term vision for a universal software experience platform, shaping how users interact with in-car technology.

  • Oversee the quarterly OTA release strategy, ensuring continuous innovation and enhancement.

• Define the Future of Software-Defined Vehicles

  • Work at the intersection of automotive, AI, and infotainment, helping to define the next-generation connected car experience.

  • Influence multi-modal interaction models (voice, touch, gestures, haptics) to create an intuitive, seamless user experience.

  • Shape the integration of infotainment, ADAS, and AI-driven personalization over time.

• Drive a Globally Scalable Platform Strategy

  • Ensure the Vehicle Experience Platform meets the needs of diverse markets, languages, and regulatory environments worldwide.

  • Align the infotainment platform with Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia’s broader mobility and SDV strategies.

  • Collaborate with 42dot and AAOS teams to push the boundaries of Android-based infotainment systems.

• High-Visibility Role with Executive-Level Influence

  • Present platform evolution plans and OTA roadmaps to executives and key stakeholders within 42dot and Hyundai Motor Group.

  • Play a strategic role in decision-making for an infotainment platform that will ship in millions of vehicles.

  • Advocate for a superior user experience and platform efficiency.

• Innovate with OTA and AI-Driven Experiences

  • Define and execute an end-to-end OTA update strategy to keep the Vehicle Experience Platform continuously updated, secure, and adaptive.

  • Explore AI-driven personalization, including predictive UX, contextual intelligence, and driver/passenger adaptation.

  • Drive innovation in infotainment applications, from media and gaming to future mobility services.

• Lead a High-Impact, Agile Product Team

  • Operate in a high-ownership environment with minimal bureaucracy.

  • Work closely with Product Experience Pods (UX designers, solution architects) to ensure seamless platform evolution.

  • Define best practices for software-defined infotainment system development and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in product management.

  • Preferably in automotive, technology or software-defined products.

• Proven expertise in developing product strategies, managing cross-functional projects, and delivering successful outcomes.

• Strong knowledge of infotainment systems, mobile applications, and cloud-based solutions.

• Experience applying OTA update strategies and fostering third-party developer relations.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Passion for innovation, user experience, and software-defined vehicle platforms.

• Familiarity with automotive localization requirements for global markets is a plus.

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Base Salary: $105,000 - $283,000