Privacy & Governance Consultant - Product & Connected Technology at Toyota USA

Overview Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Privacy & Governance Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Privacy & Governance Consultant - Product & Connected Technology.

Reporting to the Privacy & Governance Senior Manager, Connected & Product, the person in this role will support privacy initiatives across vehicle, software, and connected operations, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations, managing privacy risks, and driving cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and complex tasks effectively.

This position is based in Plano, Texas. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

What you’ll be doing

• Deciding on the appropriate privacy risk mitigation measures for new connected vehicle technologies, software applications, and AI-powered systems, ensuring compliance with privacy laws while balancing business and technical requirements.

• Determining the scope and depth of Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for new projects, including which risks to prioritize, which mitigation strategies to implement, and how to ensure that privacy concerns are fully addressed before product or service launches.

• Deciding how to allocate resources across multiple privacy-related initiatives, prioritizing projects based on regulatory urgency, business needs, and the complexity of privacy compliance challenges, while managing timelines and budgets.

• Deciding how to best integrate privacy-by-design principles into the development lifecycle of connected vehicle products, ensuring that privacy is embedded in the technology and operational processes without compromising innovation or user experience.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or (or higher) in Law, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a closely related field.

• 5+ years of experience in privacy, data protection, or regulatory compliance, preferably within the automotive, connected systems, or technology industries.

• Strong understanding of privacy laws and regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), especially as they apply to connected vehicles, mobile apps, and AI technologies.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate privacy risks.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong project management skills and the ability to deliver within deadlines and on budget.

• Deep knowledge of privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles and their application in technical environments.

• Solid understanding of AI, machine learning, and data science, particularly in relation to privacy concerns in connected vehicles.

• Certification in privacy (e.g., CIPP, CIPM) or the commitment to obtain within 6 months.

Added bonus if you have

• Master’s degree in Law, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a closely related field.

• Experience conducting comprehensive Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).

What We’ll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.