In this role, you will:

Work with department leaders to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables

Work with cross-functional leaders and Finance teams to define and track resource requirements, including headcount and budget

Ensure every team understands what they need to deliver at all times

Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments

Ensure problems are transparent and risks are identified and proactively ensure that risk mitigating actions are ongoing within relevant engineering teams

Set agenda for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks and retire risks

Support key decisions working cross-functionally across engineering, finance, and strategy to reach the right conclusions

Qualifications

BS or MS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience

7+ years of experience in engineering, program management, or management consulting

Experience with hardware development and manufacturing processes

Prior experience working with contract manufacturers (CMs)

Bonus Qualifications

Strong track record in managing complex, cross-functional projects

Proficient in tools required to manage complex projects (i.e. Gantt charts)

Strong references that highlight your ability to build strong working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across functions and departments

An ability to keep the big picture in focus and to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience

Ability to manage confidential information

Compensation

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 $167,000 to $277,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. 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.