About this role
Job title: Open Innovation Manager – Advanced Automotive Technologies
About the Role Hyundai CRADLE Open Innovation Manager – Advanced Automotive Technologies, based in Mountain View, CA, will identify, evaluate, and foster breakthrough technologies and partnerships in AI/software-defined vehicles, EVs, vehicle software platforms, E/E architecture, in-vehicle computing, connected vehicle technologies, sensor technologies, vehicle data platforms, cybersecurity, and related areas. You will work with startups, venture firms, universities, and research institutions to generate strategic perspectives for Hyundai Motor Group and drive collaboration opportunities.
What You'll Do
- Spot emerging technologies, startups, market shifts, and turn them into actionable recommendations for Hyundai Motor Group
- Build relationships across the innovation ecosystem, including startups, investors, universities, and research institutions
- Collaborate with internal teams around the world to identify business needs, technology priorities, and partnership opportunities
- Lead or support technology assessments, PoCs, and strategic collaboration projects from ideation to implementation
- Contribute to workshops, startup assessments, technology reviews, and executive briefings
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrated strong curiosity in technology and startups
- 5+ years of experience and technical understanding in advanced automotive technologies, including AI/software defined vehicles, electric vehicles, vehicle software platforms, E/E architecture, in-vehicle computing, connected vehicle technologies, sensor technologies, vehicle data platforms, cybersecurity, and related technology areas
- Strong networks and direct experience working in or with electric vehicle companies, automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, automotive software companies, sensor technology companies, cybersecurity companies, technology startups, or advanced mobility organizations a must
- Experience at companies such as Rivian, Lucid, Tesla, traditional OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or other relevant automotive technology organizations beneficial
- Experience in technology scouting, market research, startup analysis, business development, product strategy, roadmaps, or strategic partnerships
- Experience working with startups, venture firms, universities, research institutions, or other institutions or organizations