Senior Manager, Technical Program Management – Autonomy Software at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Autonomous Vehicles, Artificial Intelligence, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

BS or MS degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent job experience
At least 10 years of experience in engineering, program management, or management consulting
At least 5 years of experience managing a team of technical program managers
Deep familiarity with software development processes & proficiency in tools or processes required to manage complex projects (i.e. Gantt charts, risk matrixes, Smartsheet, JIRA, etc.)
An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience

Responsibilities

Lead an experienced team of TPMs and leverage your technical & managerial skills to deliver high-impact results, while growing the TPM team through hiring & guiding the professional development of team members
Set the program management direction for the autonomy software TPM team, and iterate on our development processes
Work with autonomy software department leaders to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
Create and deliver technical presentations that explain program initiatives to downstream consumer teams
Represent the team in cross-departmental forums, with key stakeholders, and in executive meetings
Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
Partner with management on strategy, roadmapping, improvement of our development & release processes, and guidance of the autonomy software organization (Perception, Prediction & Behavioral ML, Planning & Control, Autonomy V&V, and Collision Avoidance System) towards delivering Zoox’s needs
Handle performance, mentoring, career growth, retention, and hiring for a team of senior TPMs
Work with the various sub-teams and initiatives within the autonomy software organization and stakeholders across Zoox to develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate ongoing progress

Skills

Technical Program Management

Autonomy Software

Roadmapping

Team Management

Hiring

Mentoring

Project Scheduling

Risk Management

Budget Estimation

Technical Presentations

Perception

Prediction

Behavioral ML

Planning

Control

Autonomy V&V

Collision Avoidance

Zoox

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

About Zoox

Zoox focuses on creating a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service designed specifically for urban transportation. Unlike other companies that modify existing vehicles for self-driving capabilities, Zoox has engineered its own vehicle from the ground up, optimizing it for safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort. The vehicle features advanced sensors, cameras, and AI systems that allow it to navigate complex city environments. It can carry up to four passengers in a spacious interior, ensuring a pleasant ride experience. Safety is paramount, with rigorous testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to meet high standards. Additionally, Zoox's vehicles are fully electric, promoting sustainability by reducing emissions. The company also develops a user-friendly ride-hailing platform that uses data analytics to improve routing and reduce wait times. Zoox aims to enhance urban mobility while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.

Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$1,206.2MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program

Risks

Increased competition from Waymo and Cruise may impact Zoox's market share.

Expansion into new cities introduces regulatory and operational challenges for Zoox.

Partnership with Williams Racing may divert focus from core vehicle development.

Differentiation

Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.

Zoox's vehicles feature a unique, futuristic design with advanced AI systems.

Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and efficiency.

Upsides

Zoox's expansion into Austin and Miami opens new markets and data collection opportunities.

Partnership with Williams Racing boosts Zoox's brand visibility in the U.S. market.

Hiring former Tesla executive Gao could accelerate Zoox's technological advancements.

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