Job Description
Zoox is on an ambitious journey to develop a full-stack autonomous mobility solution for cities and to safely deploy a purpose-built robotaxi. Our System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team plays a foundational role in this mission by constructing the safety case for each critical milestone.
We are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager or above to lead the cross-functional Safety Clearance program for Zoox’s autonomous software and robot platform. In this role, you will oversee the integration of all safety verification and validation (V&V) pipelines, ensuring that the full autonomy stack and robot platform meet rigorous safety clearance requirements.
You will be part of an organization with strong leadership and a transparent, respectful culture that empowers you to deliver at your highest potential.
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7+ years of experience leading complex technical programs or cross-functional engineering initiatives, preferably in the automotive, robotics, aerospace, or safety-critical industries.
- Proven success managing highly cross-functional, multi-domain technical programs through to execution.
- Deep familiarity with project tracking tools such as JIRA, and experience managing complex schedules with dependency mapping and critical path analysis.
- Strong technical foundation with the ability to engage deeply with engineering teams across software, hardware, vehicle systems, and validation organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to drive cross-team alignment, resolve conflicting priorities, and deliver high-quality programs under tight timelines.
- Proficiency with basic statistics and probability
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience managing validation and safety clearance processes for autonomous vehicles, aerospace systems, or other safety-critical systems.
- Familiarity with safety case development, simulation-based validation, and structured test planning methodologies.
- Experience scaling cross-functional safety and validation programs in dynamic, high-growth environments.
- Familiarity with applicable industry safety standards such as MIL-STD-882, ISO 26262, ISO 21448 PAS, etc.
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.
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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.
Requirements
Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7+ years of experience leading complex technical programs or cross-functional engineering initiatives, preferably in the automotive, robotics, aerospace, or safety-critical industries.
- Proven success managing highly cross-functional, multi-domain technical programs through to execution.
- Deep familiarity with project tracking tools such as JIRA, and experience managing complex schedules with dependency mapping and critical path analysis.
- Strong technical foundation with the ability to engage deeply with engineering teams across software, hardware, vehicle systems, and validation organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to drive cross-team alignment, resolve conflicting priorities, and deliver high-quality programs under tight timelines.
- Proficiency with basic statistics and probability
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience managing validation and safety clearance processes for autonomous vehicles, aerospace systems, or other safety-critical systems.
- Familiarity with safety case development, simulation-based validation, and structured test planning methodologies.
- Experience scaling cross-functional safety and validation programs in dynamic, high-growth environments.
- Familiarity with applicable industry safety standards such as MIL-STD-882, ISO 26262, ISO 21448 PAS, etc.
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