Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager - Zoox Internal Pilot

The Program Management Office (PMO) at Zoox is responsible for driving cross-functional program planning and execution at the highest level. We partner with leaders from across the company in vehicle development, system design, software engineering, manufacturing, fleet operations, and business functions to develop and deliver major corporate milestones on the path to launch, scale, and beyond.

If you like to work in a fast-paced, high-impact team that communicates and collaborates closely with the broader Zoox organization, and you have fun in doing so, we would like to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

• Build the strategic roadmap for the internal test fleet, including gates, checkpoints and milestones to lead the development and maturity of the vehicle, sensors, compute and software, to enable the larger customer milestones for Robotaxis.
• Lead the launch and operational execution of upcoming milestones using the internal test fleet of vehicles across all markets that Zoox operates in. These milestones are the enabler for upcoming external-facing milestones on the Robotaxis.
• Partner with engineering managers and leaders in the Fleet Operations, Fleet Orchestration, Data Science, User Research, Autonomy, & other teams to translate stakeholder needs & top-down corporate strategy into detailed technology & operational roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables.
• Partner with the Fleet Operations team to ensure operational execution and excellence of the program. Identify, and work cross-functionally to resolve blockers that would prevent the early integration testing on the test fleet.
• Architect feedback loops for scale: Design and manage systems to capture high-fidelity insights from ZIP riders. You will establish the bridge between operations and engineering, translating rider feedback into actionable improvements, so we can find and fix service issues before they reach paying customers.
• Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key engineering and executive stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent engineering experience in lieu of an engineering degree 
• At least 8 years of experience in engineering or program management with a focus on product launches and/or validation and testing
• Proven track record of managing complex cross-functional projects
• Experience with automotive or aerospace processes, OR have experience with test platforms, simulation, autonomous vehicles, OR verification & validation (V&V) disciplines
• Proficient in tools or processes required to manage complex projects (i.e., Jira, Gantt charts, risk matrix, Smartsheet, etc.)
  Ability to concisely and effectively communicate at the senior executive level of the organization

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with autonomous vehicles, test platforms, simulation, and/or automotive or aerospace processes is highly desired
• Experience with developing and scaling strategies, processes, plans, procedures, reporting, and handling escalations
• Project Manager Professional certification (PMP) or equivalent

$186,000 - $257,000 a year

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.