Team Lead (Car Sales)

About Us
Mercedes-Benz Tech Malaysia (MBTMY), established in 2003, is a global technology hub within the Mercedes-Benz Group. We play a key role in the company’s digital transformation by delivering innovative digital solutions across the entire value chain.

With over 300 technology professionals, MBTMY contributes to a wide range of areas including software engineering, data and analytics, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, DevOps and artificial intelligence. From enhancing in-car digital experiences to improving global vehicle sales platforms and advancing AI and security initiatives, our teams help drive high-impact technology solutions for Mercedes-Benz worldwide. Our culture is built on agility, collaboration and continuous learning.

We provide an environment where innovation can flourish, supported by strong technical leadership, cross-functional teamwork and a shared commitment to quality and excellence. We also offer flexible hybrid work arrangements, allowing team members to balance remote work with in-person collaboration at our vibrant Wisma Mercedes-Benz office in Puchong. A space designed to inspire creativity, innovation and meaningful connection.

Job Description

• Lead and manage a high-performing Car Embedded On-/Offboard Stream software development team, covering people leadership, delivery content, budget awareness, and business management aspects.
• Act as a mentor and capability builder by promoting knowledge sharing, professional growth, and skills development within the team.
• Align Car Embedded On-/Offboard Stream activities with Mercedes-Benz Tech Malaysia, Home of Tech, and global Research & Development priorities to support strategic software development topics.
• Support cross-regional collaboration and capability ramp-up with Research & Development China, Research & Development Germany, and Home of Tech counterparts, including China-related vehicle software and delivery setup topics.
• Translate strategic expectations into team focus areas, capability development, delivery readiness, and operational follow-up.
• Implement and oversee practices that improve organizational efficiency, delivery transparency, quality, and stakeholder responsiveness.
• Ensure adherence to compliance guidelines while promoting collaboration, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Build and maintain regular communication with direct reports, peer team leads or Tech Principals, stakeholders, HoT counterparts, Research & Development China and Research & Development Germany counterparts, and external partners where relevant.