Development Program Manager

Role: Program Manager - Scooter Dev

Location: IBC Knowledge Park, Bengaluru

Reporting to: Sr Program Manager / Program Lead

Team Name: Program Management

About the Team and the Role: The Program Management team at Ather is responsible for translating ambitious vehicle roadmaps into high-performance electric vehicles. This team acts as the orchestrator of vehicle development programs, bridging the gap between design, engineering, and manufacturing.

This role is for a Program Manager - Scooter Dev who will lead cross-functional product development teams focused on delivering systems that enable the roadmap of our 2W portfolio. You will be responsible for evaluating complex tech problems, processing project details, and driving cross-functional alignment to ensure on-time, high-quality vehicle deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional product development teams focused on delivering systems that enable the roadmap of our 2W portfolio.

• Evaluate technical problems, process project details, and integrate disparate pieces of information to drive execution towards organizational goals.

• Work closely with engineering and validation teams to identify and manage risks, plan mitigations, and unblock progress.

• Resolve complex issues between teams through facilitation, collaboration, and stakeholder management.

• Report any program impediments and red flags to the Program Office and functional heads in a timely manner.

• Raise escalations and drive cross-functional resolution while adhering to strict project deadlines.

• Liaise with Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) to assess, manage, and report program milestones and status.

• Provide technical guidance and foresight based on experience to speed up execution and ensure high-quality deliveries.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Engineering is required. MBA or PMP/Agile Certifications are preferred, but not mandatory.

• 5+ years of experience in Program Management, with overall work experience between 8 - 10 years.

Must have Competencies:

• Knowledge of the general automotive product development lifecycle (APD/NPD processes).

• Strong technical program management skills to lead complex, multi-team projects from concept to production.

• Technical understanding of hardware product development, covering end-to-end execution of electromechanical or mechanical systems.

• Proficiency in utilizing project and product lifecycle management tools such as JIRA, PLM, and Automation tools.

Good to have Competencies:

• Exposure or prior experience in the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry.

• Proficiency in Scrum/Agile methodologies applied in a hardware-software co-development environment.

• Competency in risk assessment, mitigation planning, and resource tracking for product development programs.

• Skill in continuous process improvement frameworks (e.g., Lean or Kaizen) for operational and design execution.

Want to know more?

At Ather, we’ve built India’s first intelligent scooter, from scratch. Based on the philosophy of clean design and smart technology, we are transforming the urban commute experience. We are expanding in India, and in the coming years, we look forward to scaling up and launching more products globally. Today, our product offerings include the Ather 450X, 450S, 450 Apex, and Rizta. Beyond the product, we are also setting up an extensive charging network and re-imagining end-to-end ownership experience. To know more, check out our Careers site and our Substack. Careers siteSubstack

Be You, With Us The Ather story doesn't write itself - our people do. We believe everyone is equal, but not the same. Diversity is our strength, and building an inclusive and equitable workplace begins with acknowledging and embracing our differences. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our team reflects a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives - all united by a shared passion to shape the Ather journey.