Zoox has embarked on a highly ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for our cities. As a technical program manager, you will work cross-functionally with engineering leaders across software, hardware, vehicle engineering, and product to drive our corporate strategy into tactical and detailed road maps that facilitate effective execution at each stage of our growth curve. You will work with each engineering team to develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate ongoing progress.This role is focused on supporting Machine Learning Infrastructure programs and Simulation focused AI initiatives. It will involve extensive cooperation with the AI engineering teams.In this role, you will:Understand, plan and modify product configurations to meet downstream consumer teams needsWork with department leaders to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverablesCreate and deliver technical presentations that explain program initiatives to downstream consumer teamsConfer with engineers and consumer teams to assess systems needs and requirementsDemonstrate, test, and deploy engineering product initiativesCollaborate with cross-functional leaders and Finance team in order to define and track resource requirements (headcount and budget)Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishmentsQualificationsBS or MS degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent job experienceAt least 8 years of experience in engineering or technical program managementGood knowledge of software and machine learning.Strong track record of managing complex and technical cross-functional projectsStrong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departmentsAn ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audienceCompensation and BenefitsThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary will range from $190,000 to $278,000. A sign-on bonus may be part of a compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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.
