Operations Manager, Mission Readiness
Job Summary
Job Description
As an Operations Manager on Zoox's Robotaxi Operations team, you will be responsible for the operational readiness of our autonomous fleet in commercial service across multiple markets. This includes managing daily vehicle deployment schedules, shift change coordination, charging operations, vehicle cleaning and maintenance, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. You will oversee pre-service vehicle inspections, autonomous system health checks, and sensor calibration verification to maintain our high safety and performance standards. The role involves optimizing fleet utilization, managing charging schedules, and ensuring vehicles are properly positioned to meet rider demand. You will develop and track key performance indicators focused on fleet uptime, service reliability, and operational efficiency. Additionally, you will lead a team responsible for daily operations, coordinate with maintenance personnel, and work closely with our technical teams to ensure smooth deployment of software updates across the fleet. You will also drive operational excellence, manage employee schedules for 24/7 coverage, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Must have:
- 10+ years of people leadership in operations/fleet management
- Data-driven decision making
- Proficient with Jira, Looker, Excel/GSheets
- Ability to learn technical subjects quickly
- Clean driving record
- Effective time and priority management
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Honest and responsible
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to perform physical tasks during shifts
Good to have:
- Bachelor's degree
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Experience in autonomous vehicle operations
- Experience managing 24/7 fleet operations
- Experience with transportation regulatory compliance
- Experience managing external vendors
- Knowledge of EV charging infrastructure
Perks:
- Paid time off (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
- Life insurance
- Sign-on bonus may be offered
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Job Details
As an Operations Manager on Zoox's Robotaxi Operations team, you will be responsible for the operational readiness of our autonomous fleet in commercial service across multiple markets. This includes managing daily vehicle deployment schedules, shift change coordination, charging operations, vehicle cleaning and maintenance, and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. You will oversee pre-service vehicle inspections, autonomous system health checks, and sensor calibration verification to maintain our high safety and performance standards. The role involves optimizing fleet utilization, managing charging schedules, and ensuring vehicles are properly positioned to meet rider demand. You will develop and track key performance indicators focused on fleet uptime, service reliability, and operational efficiency. Additionally, you will lead a team responsible for daily operations, coordinate with maintenance personnel, and work closely with our technical teams to ensure smooth deployment of software updates across the fleet.
Travel Requirements:
Ability to travel locally and nationally (50%)
In this role, you will:
- Drive operational excellence and maximize fleet availability across multiple markets. Own the analysis, documentation, and reporting of fleet performance metrics, including utilization rates, charging efficiency, and service reliability. Coordinate fleet positioning and charging strategies to meet predicted rider demand patterns.
- Create and manage employee schedules across multiple shifts to ensure 24/7 operational coverage. Maintain real-time communication with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, customer service, and technical support. Lead the recruiting and hiring process for operations personnel across multiple locations. Develop and implement standardized training programs for new-hire onboarding across markets. Serve as a coach and mentor to operations staff, fostering a culture of safety and excellence.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize fleet operations and service delivery.
- Ensure all autonomous vehicle systems and sensors are inspected and maintained according to standard operating procedures. Manage workflow by allocating resources based on skill sets and ensure service quality standards are consistently met.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for regulatory compliance and transportation authority requirements. Establish and monitor vehicle cleanliness standards to ensure exceptional rider experience. Ensure all facilities meet company safety standards and local regulatory requirements.
- Optimize and manage the consumable inventory across multiple locations.
- Develop and implement emergency response protocols for various operational scenarios. Collaborate with technical teams on software deployment strategies and fleet updates.
- Build and maintain relationships with local transportation authorities and stakeholders.
- 10+ years of people leadership experience in transportation operations, fleet management, or similar fast-paced, safety-focused service environment
- Ability to synthesize information and make sound, data-driven decisions. Proficient with performing analysis using Jira, Looker, and/or Excel/GSheets
- Proven ability to quickly learn technical subjects and autonomous vehicle systems
- Clean driving record that meets company standards
- Ability to manage time and priorities effectively in a fast-paced and often ambiguous environment.
- Team player who collaborates well cross-functionally & possesses a growth mindset. Must be honest, responsible, and an outstanding communicator (both written and verbal)
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around. Ability to go up and down stairs, as well as stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, kneel, and reach during shifts
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related technical field
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or above
- Experience in autonomous vehicle operations or advanced mobility services
- Experience managing and planning 24/7 large-scale fleet operations or transportation services, including transportation regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated experience managing external vendor relationships and local market stakeholders
- Knowledge of EV charging infrastructure and fleet management systems
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.
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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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.
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