Staff People Partner at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

Zoox Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience as a People Partner/HRBP
  • Demonstrated experience building relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Experience contributing to the enhancement and scaling of programs
  • Demonstrated change management and project management skills
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, consulting, teamwork, and influencing skills
  • Strong judgment in assessing employee and business risk
  • Knowledge of compensation strategies and packages that include equity
  • Organizational design and development experience
  • Experience in centers of excellence outside of people partner domain expertise is a plus
  • A leader who quickly ramps on business acumen, dives into details, is comfortable with ambiguity and drives results
  • Systems thinker who partners effectively with other departments within the people experience team and partners effectively with legal, finance and communications
  • Has breadth and depth of understanding of industry best practices in HR

Responsibilities

  • Act as a strategic thought partner and advisor for business leaders on organizational design and effectiveness, workforce planning, talent practices, compensation, employee relations, learning and development
  • Lead organizational transformations; help design organizations in line with business strategy to drive change and transition management
  • Facilitate and drive all people experience programs for the department - onboarding, performance management, high-potential development program nominations, compensation planning, engagement survey action planning, and recognition programs
  • Manage projects effectively, meeting deadlines and objectives, and coordinate with cross-functional teams when necessary

Skills

HRBP
Organizational Design
Workforce Planning
Change Management
Project Management
Compensation Planning
Employee Relations
Talent Development
Equity Compensation
Performance Management

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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