Senior Technical Program Manager, Prototyping

At Zoox, we are revolutionizing the passenger experience in autonomous vehicles. Our innovative vehicle design and autonomous operation present unparalleled opportunities to develop new vehicle architectures and experiences. Join our dynamic team of engineers and designers, committed to delivering an extraordinary user experience that sets a new standard in the industry.

In this role, you will become an integral part of the Experimental Operations (XOPS) team, encompassing Engineering, Prototyping, and Quality. Your responsibilities will include assisting leadership in the development of roadmaps and schedules, identification of key milestones, risk assessment, budget estimation, cost tracking, and comprehensive communication of prototyping’s progress. You will bring your passion for bringing new ideas and concepts to life, leading projects to design and build prototypes for our autonomous vehicle platform. Through close cross-functional collaboration with our designers and engineers, you will develop innovative solutions for AV hardware, ensuring performance, safety, and scalability.

In this role, you will:

• Accelerate hardware development through rapid iteration and learning
• Deliver complex projects utilizing a broad range of processes such as CNC machining, metal fabrication, welding, laser cutting, water jet, additive manufacturing, finishing and painting
• Lead the internal versus external prototyping strategy and supplier development
• Manage the prototyping budget and financial forecasts
• Establish reports and KPIs for stakeholders on program status, issues, and accomplishments
• Support the prototype program management team through developing program milestones, risk identification, and resource management
• Research emerging technologies and suppliers for prototyping applications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an engineering discipline or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in prototyping, engineering, or program management
• Experience with prototyping and early-stage product development, including prototyping manufacturing techniques (CNC machining, fabrication, additive manufacturing)
• Strong track record in managing complex cross-functional projects or programs
• Experience with documentation tools such as Jira, Smartsheet, or Confluence

Bonus Qualifications

• PMP Certificate
• Prior experience working in a startup or automotive environment
• Supplier management and development to support Prototyping