Staff Program Manager, Verification and Validation Operations

• Lead and develop the V&V programs team, including 1-2 other program managers.
• Define and execute the strategy for verification and validation operations as our fleet size and geographic distribution rapidly expand. 
• Build strong relationships between your customers and key enablers, including autonomy SW, SDMA, operations, infrastructure, engineering, and safety teams. Work closely with product, operations, and engineering teams to develop new processes, tools, and strategies to operate our fleet efficiently at a rapidly increasing scale. 
• Oversee the entire testing value chain, including demand forecasting, request creation, scheduling, and test execution. Constantly evaluate and improve this system to maximize output. Collect and track testing requirements in support of upcoming company milestones.  Ensure the testing teams have the required resources and capabilities to deliver this testing on time.
• Develop, own, and execute a highlander test fleet and robotaxi R&D demand forecasting and planning process which is tied into the financial planning process.
• Manage program timelines, resources, and deliverables for fleet validation activities. Continuously look for and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our testing operations.
• Create and maintain program documentation, metrics, and progress reports. Identify and mitigate operational risks in the V&V program.

• Bachelor’s degree in operations research, operations management, or a STEM program
• 10+ years of program management experience and at least 2+ years of working with operations
• Strong track record of leading complex technical programs
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience using data to drive decisions

• MBA or a Master's degree in a STEM program
• Experience with autonomous vehicles, ride-hail, robotics, or fleet management
• Management consulting or strategic consulting experience 
• PMP, PgMP, or similar program or project management certifications
• Experience with vehicle testing and validation processes

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $179,000 to $262,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling and positioning within a level are 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 represents 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.