Dr. Rahima Yakoob is a technology leader with a robust background in software development and organizational transformation. As the Head of Software Development for Vehicle Services at Porsche AG, she leads a team dedicated to creating and operating networked vehicle functions, including the "My Porsche" app and associated cloud services. Her role emphasizes the integration of DevSecOps principles, ensuring security is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
In addition to her corporate responsibilities, Dr. Yakoob serves as a Visiting Professor, imparting practical knowledge through case studies of leading tech companies like NVIDIA, Google, OpenAI, and YouTube. Her commitment to education reflects her dedication to bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world applications.
Dr. Yakoob's academic credentials include a Ph.D. focused on the pivotal role of organizational development in overcoming technological transformation challenges within the automotive supply sector. Her research underscores the importance of aligning organizational structures with evolving technological landscapes.
An active contributor to the tech community, Dr. Yakoob has shared insights on software development best practices, highlighting the significance of documentation, attention to detail, and fostering a collaborative network. Her participation in initiatives like "More Perspectives – Inspiring Women for the Automotive Industry" demonstrates her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the field.

The consistently evolving technology landscape in the automotive industry is what drives me and motivates me. Being a passionate learner, I’m intrigued by the capabilities of the new technologies in our cars. I’m passionate about building innovative solutions for problems. At Porsche I have the unique opportunity to turn this passion into reality by contributing to cutting-edge automotive innovation.

“In the beginning I looked around and could not find quite the car I dreamed of. So I decided to build it myself.“ This quote from Ferry Porsche gets to the heart of everything that makes Porsche what it is. It has been our guiding star – for more than 70 years. With commitment, passion and enthusiasm, we strive for the best solution every day. We courageously go new and untested ways. With entrepreneurial pioneering spirit, we make unique, sustainable solutions possible. We love challenges, act quickly and always act respectfully and fair for people and the environment. At Porsche, the focus is on the cohesion and teamwork of our employees. Because if you want others'​ hearts to beat faster, you have to carry your own in the right place. Developing the technology of tomorrow. Always surpassing yourself. Working at Porsche offers many challenges. What might it be like? On our website www.porsche.com/careers you can get insights into the Porsche working environment and experience first-hand what makes working at Porsche so fascinating.