AD Backend Product Owner

Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd.

Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd., Beijing (Hybrid)

Job Type Full-time

Experience Senior

Posted 1 month 3 weeks ago

Hybrid Senior Level

China is the biggest passenger car market for Mercedes-Benz. In Mercedes-Benz R&D China, we strive to provide China-fit ADAS/AD products through advanced technologies to Chinese customers.

We are seeking a highly qualified AD Backend Product Owner to lead the design, development, and optimization of core backend services for our autonomous driving system. You will own critical backend products end to end, including ODD control services for L2 and L3 levels, AD system activation services, data analytics enabling services, and regulatory compliance fulfillment.

The role requires strong product awareness and the ability to leverage AI technologies to deliver cloud-based solutions. You will collaborate closely with AD customer function, map navigation, data science, and legal teams to ensure the reliability, scalability, and compliance of backend services supporting safe and efficient autonomous driving operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field.
At least 5 years of experience in the autonomous driving industry, including at least 3 years of proven experience in backend product design and development.
At least one proven case of applying AI/ML technologies in backend or data-collection-related products.
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, Tencent Cloud, Volcano Cloud, or Alibaba Cloud in autonomous driving contexts.
Proficiency in backend development languages such as Go, Java, or Python and related frameworks, with a deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-native technologies.
Familiarity with ODD, map services, remote data collection, and L2/L3 autonomous driving system architectures.
Proficiency with cloud-native products and middleware such as Kafka, databases, Redis, and Kubernetes.
Experience applying AI/ML technologies such as LLMs and predictive analytics to build intelligent cloud-based services.
Strong product mindset, including the ability to define roadmaps, prioritize features based on business value, and drive products from concept to delivery.
Strong problem-solving skills, technical leadership, and the ability to drive complex technical projects from concept to implementation.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional and international teams.
Self-motivated and results-oriented, with fluent English language skills.
Willingness to travel within China and abroad.

Benefits

Benefits include employee events, flextime, possible hybrid work, health benefits, mobility offers, employee discounts, possible parking, an in-house doctor, good public transport, a barrier-free workplace, and a canteen and café.