Senior Director Engineering - Automotive

Job Description About the RoleAre you ready to spearhead engineering transformation in the transportation and mobility sector? Publicis Sapient is seeking a visionary Senior Technology Leader to join our automotive and mobility business and be part of the leadership team in EMEA and APAC. This role offers a unique opportunity to act as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, including CIOs and CTOs, in leading automotive, mobility, and transportation companies. Your mission will be to bridge the gap between business and IT, delivering enterprise-scale digital solutions that redefine industry standards. You will lead technical design, planning, and delivery while driving best practices and fostering the growth of our engineering talent. As a thought leader, you will help shape the future of digital and mobile technology solutions for our clients and within our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesClient Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to C-level clients, translating complex technical concepts into strategic business valueTechnical Leadership: Lead the design, planning, and delivery of cutting-edge digital solutions, ensuring high-quality, rapid software developmentInnovation: Develop and promote new technology propositions, particularly in areas like connected car platforms, marketing, data analytics, and software platform developmentTeam Development: Inspire, mentor, and grow a team of junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellenceQuality Assurance: Oversee the delivery and quality of all engineering work, ensuring projects are set up for success and run efficientlyThought Leadership: Contribute to the industry through speaking engagements, publications, and by driving the adoption of modern architectural patterns and engineering disciplinesQualificationsYour skills and experienceTechnical Expertise: We are looking for a seasoned engineering lead and technology consultant with broad expertise in enterprise-level tech stacks related to e-commerce, content management (including headless solutions), marketing, and CRM, along with latest AI developmentsIndustry Experience: Proven track record in the automotive, mobility, and transportation sectorsConsulting Skills: Exceptional consulting, presentation, and advisory abilities with a knack for solving complex technical problemsLanguage Proficiency: Fluency in English, German is a plusTeam Leadership: Experience leading large, globally distributed engineering teamsArchitectural Knowledge: Deep understanding of modern architectural patterns and engineering disciplines to maximize delivery velocityExternal Presence: Contributions to open source, speaking at meet-ups and conferences, and authoring books or articles are highly desirableWhy Join Us?Impactful Work: Lead transformational projects that set industry benchmarksGrowth Opportunities: Continuous learning and career development in a dynamic, innovative environmentCollaborative Culture: Work alongside global senior leadership to shape the future of digital solutions in the automotive and mobility industry