Automotive Solution Manager

The Automotive Solution Manager at Applied Intuition is responsible for supporting the sales team through strategic pre-sales activities. You'll lead pursuits from RFQ releases, create detailed technical proposals, and serve as the main contact during project execution, ensuring that milestones and deliverables are met. Additionally, you'll engage with customers to identify ongoing pain points and collaborate with internal teams to improve our software solutions.

To be qualified for the Automotive Solution Manager role at Applied Intuition, you must hold a Master's Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or a related field. Moreover, candidates are expected to have at least two years of experience as a Software Engineer, ideally in an autonomous automotive technology company, which provides the necessary technical background to succeed in this position.

The Automotive Solution Manager plays a critical role in project success by acting as the single point of contact throughout the project lifecycle. You'll track progress, evaluate project timings, adjust resource needs based on customer feedback, and ensure that all deliverables are completed on time, all while maintaining regular communication with customers to understand their needs better.

As an Automotive Solution Manager at Applied Intuition, you'll primarily work in-office in our Mountain View location. We value teamwork and collaboration, but we also recognize the need for flexibility. You may occasionally work remotely and manage your schedule to accommodate both work responsibilities and personal commitments.

The salary range for the Automotive Solution Manager position at Applied Intuition is between $156,624 and $198,000 per year. This figure reflects our commitment to hiring talented professionals who contribute significantly to our growth and success in the automotive industry.

When answering this question, express your passion for innovative technology within the automotive sector, and emphasize your belief in Applied Intuition's mission to drive the adoption of safe and intelligent vehicles. Personalize your response by mentioning specific projects or values of the company that resonate with you.

Outline a project where you successfully acted as the main point of contact, detailing your approach to tracking progress, managing resources, and engaging with clients. Highlight the positive outcomes and any lessons learned to show your growth as a project manager.

Discuss specific examples of times you supported sales efforts, explaining how you identified customer needs and collaborated with technical teams to develop solutions. Show how your engineering background enhances your ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

Share your strategies for project management, including tools or methodologies you employ to stay organized. Mention your ability to communicate with stakeholders about timelines and adjust resources as necessary to keep projects on track.

Talk about your techniques for engaging with customers, such as conducting interviews or surveys, and how you analyze feedback to identify areas for improvement. Show that you are proactive in finding solutions to enhance customer satisfaction.

Provide specific details about the problem, how you approached a solution, and the outcome. Focus on your critical thinking skills and creativity, emphasizing how this experience will benefit you as an Automotive Solution Manager.

Discuss current trends you believe will shape the future of the industry, such as AI advancements and autonomous driving. Your response should indicate that you stay informed about industry innovations and envision how Applied Intuition will be at the forefront.

Explain the importance of collaboration between different departments and your strategy for keeping everyone informed. Discuss how you ensure that all team members contribute their expertise to the project and how you facilitate open communication.

Share what drives you, whether it's achieving goals, learning new skills, or collaborating with passionate teams. Relate your motivation to the mission and culture at Applied Intuition to show alignment with the company's values.

Highlight your unique combination of technical expertise, project management experience, and passion for the automotive industry. Tailor your answer to show not only your suitability for the Automotive Solution Manager role but also your alignment with the company’s mission and culture.