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At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Position Overview:

In this role, you will lead vehicle controls program execution within Polaris' Vehicle Electronics & Software organization. You will provide people leadership to a team of Controller Program Leaders responsible for delivering vehicle controllers and subsystems across multiple platforms. Reporting to the Director of Program Management, you will ensure consistent program rigor, transparent status reporting, and strong cross-functional alignment with engineering, architecture, suppliers, and vehicle teams. You will balance near-term execution priorities with longer-term platform and reuse strategies. This role offers the opportunity to lead program teams at scale and influence vehicle-level outcomes across Polaris products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct people leadership to a team of Controller Program Leaders, with accountability for controller-level program execution, reporting, and delivery

• Set clear expectations for program ownership, execution rigor, and communication across controller programs

• Lead performance management, goal setting, coaching, and development of direct reports

• Drive consistent program management practices across controller programs including planning, execution, supplier engagement, and reporting

• Ensure accurate, transparent status reporting of risks, issues, and dependencies to VES leadership and stakeholders

• Lead escalation and resolution of cross-controller and cross-system issues to protect vehicle-level milestones

• Partner with engineering and architecture leaders to align near-term delivery with long-term platform strategies

• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with engineering, suppliers, and vehicle teams to deliver integrated solutions

• Promote disciplined program execution aligned with Polaris development processes

Desired Competencies:

• Leadership & Collaboration: You lead teams with clarity and accountability, work effectively across functions, and foster trust and shared ownership.

• Planning & Organization: You manage priorities, resources, and schedules to drive consistent execution and predictable outcomes.

• Business Acumen: You understand how program decisions affect cost, quality, timing, and customer outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience; advanced degree a plus

• Minimum 7 years of experience in program management, systems engineering, or technical project leadership

• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional hardware and/or software programs with system integration scope

• Strong understanding of program management tools, processes, and virtual collaboration practices

• Familiarity with systems engineering practices, requirements management, and technical tradeoffs

• Experience working within a matrixed engineering organization

• Powersports, automotive, or off-road vehicle industry experience

• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced environments

• Travel as needed based on program requirements

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $127,200 to $167,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. (

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com . To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) .

At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at

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