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Robert Bosch Venture Capital

Venture capital funding deep tech startups

Technical Manager - AI Software and Transformation

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Master's, PhD
Plymouth, MI, USA
HybridThree days on-site per week are expected.
Engineering ManagementEngineering Leadership

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related technical field.
  • Demonstrated experience deploying AI solutions into embedded systems, preferably in automotive or safety-relevant product environments.
  • Demonstrated experience planning, developing, validating, debugging, tracing, and analyzing performance for embedded AI products.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead the transition from classical software development methods to AI-assisted development approaches.
  • Experience with traditional automotive product development through the complete V-model, including requirements, design, implementation, integration, validation, and release.
  • Experience collaborating and working effectively in global, cross-functional teams.
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in automotive software, embedded systems, or a closely related technical field.
  • At least 1 year of artificial intelligence or machine learning technical integration and steering for global product development.
  • At least 3 years of experience contributing to or leading large-scale global engineering projects across cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
  • Define and implement the regional strategy for the use of AI across roles, functions, and development processes in alignment with local and global leadership.
  • Lead and coach associates through the transition into AI-assisted roles, enabling teams to adopt new tools, methods, and ways of working.
  • Advise the regional business unit on AI-related investments, organizational development, capability building, and restructuring opportunities.
  • Collaborate with other U.S. locations and global teams on the development and integration of AI capabilities into Compute Performance products.
  • Create concepts, architectures, and implementation approaches for deploying AI into Bosch performance computers, including AI-powered cockpit and ADAS solutions.
  • Support acquisition activities by providing technical expertise, product development input, and customer-facing guidance on AI software and embedded AI topics.
  • Drive alignment between software engineering, embedded systems, AI development, validation, and product management stakeholders.
  • Promote scalable processes, tools, and best practices for AI-assisted software development, testing, debugging, tracing, and performance optimization.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with AI/ML model deployment on automotive-grade compute platforms, including CPU, GPU, NPU, or heterogeneous SoC environments.
  • Knowledge of AI software development workflows, MLOps, DevOps, continuous integration and continuous delivery, toolchain automation, and data-driven development processes.
  • Familiarity with cockpit, ADAS, vehicle computing, or other embedded mobility applications.
  • Ability to influence without direct authority and motivate teams through technical credibility, clarity, and vision.

About the company

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Robert Bosch Venture Capital

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RBVC (Robert Bosch Venture Capital) is a global venture capital firm that backs early-stage deep tech startups in areas like energy efficiency, medical devices, and virtual/augmented reality. It supports companies with funding and access to Bosch’s network and resources to help them scale and bring innovations to market. Unlike traditional VCs, RBVC may purchase solutions for a proof-of-concept while allowing startups to keep their intellectual property, which speeds up development and lowers upfront costs. The firm earns money through equity investments and the eventual success of its portfolio. RBVC’s goal is to accelerate technological advances across multiple industries by connecting startups with Bosch’s ecosystem, customers (from medical centers to data centers), and global reach.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$3.8B

Headquarters

Frankfurt, Germany

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • Quantum Motion raised $160 million in May 2026 with Bosch Ventures participating.
  • Qdrant closed a $50 million Series B in March 2026, signaling strong AI infrastructure demand.
  • Nauta named Bosch Ventures a lead investor in August 2026, expanding industrial AI reach.

What critics are saying

  • Bosch Mobility announced 13,000 cuts in 2025 and more restructurings through 2027.
  • Bosch closed France's Moulins-Yzeure plant in 2026, showing pressure on industrial cash generation.
  • If Bosch's margin recovery fails, corporate venture budgets face direct contraction by 2027.

What makes Robert Bosch Venture Capital unique

  • Bosch Ventures launched Fund VI in May 2025, committing about €250 million globally.
  • It buys Bosch proof-of-concept access while startups keep IP, accelerating enterprise adoption.
  • Its portfolio spans mobility, AI, quantum, and energy, with 60-plus active investments.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Wellness Program

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