Senior Manager, Data Science & AI (Infotainment)

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Manager to lead and expand our Data Science team within the Infotainment organization of Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies. You will guide data scientists and ML engineers working on vehicle telemetry, AI‑powered features, and human‑machine interface (HMI) across multiple programs.

Key responsibilities

• Manage, develop, and retain a high‑performing team of data scientists and ML engineers.
• Own team health, velocity, and delivery for telemetry pipelines, infotainment analytics, and AI/ML feature development.
• Champion AI‑forward initiatives, including machine learning, large language models (LLMs), and data‑driven product improvements.
• Lead senior‑leadership data reviews, turning complex datasets into clear narratives and actionable recommendations.
• Partner with the Director of Infotainment and peer engineering managers to align data workstreams with program milestones.
• Oversee the Databricks‑based data platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and robust ML workflows.
• Define team structure, headcount strategy, and long‑term technical direction in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Recruit, onboard, and grow talent as the scope expands.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading data science or ML engineering teams in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.
• Strong ability to translate data insights into strategic decisions for senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration and leadership reviews.
• Track record of building scalable data platforms and driving AI product maturity.

Required skills

• Databricks
• Machine Learning
• Large Language Models (LLMs)
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Data pipelines and lakehouse architecture