Manager – Technical Program Management

Firmware

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Locations

San Carlos, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Requirements

BS or MS degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent job experience
10+ years of experience in engineering, program management, or management consulting
3+ years experience managing a team of technical program managers
Experience with real-time embedded software, microcontrollers/microprocessors, real-time operating systems (POSIX, QNX, FreeRTOS, etc)
Strong track record of managing complex highly technical cross-functional projects
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

Responsibilities

Lead an experienced team of technical program managers and leverage your technical and managerial skills to deliver high-impact results
Set the program management direction for the Firmware TPM team, and together with your team, iterate on our development processes
Work with Firmware department leaders to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables
Grow the TPM team through hiring and guide the professional development of team members
Create and deliver technical presentations that explain program initiatives to downstream consumer teams
Represent the team in cross-departmental forums, with key stakeholders, and in executive meetings
Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
Set the agenda for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks and retire risks

Desired Qualifications

Hands-on software/firmware development and debugging of microcontroller-based systems-on-a-chip, particularly in the automotive domain
Experience with development of safety-certified software or firmware
PMP or equivalent
Experience with autonomous vehicles, test platforms, and/or automotive or aerospace processes

Zoox’s Technical Program Management team is seeking a leader to manage our Firmware TPM team. As manager of the FW TPM team, you will partner with Firmware senior management on strategy, roadmapping, improving our development and release processes, and guiding Firmware towards delivering on Zoox’s needs. The FW TPM Manager will be responsible for a full team of senior technical program managers with deep experience in embedded software, and handle performance, mentoring, career growth, retention, and hiring. You and your team will work with the various sub-teams and initiatives within Firmware, and with stakeholders across Zoox, to develop project schedules, identify milestones, flag risks, estimate budgets, and clearly communicate ongoing progress.

The Firmware team is responsible for the embedded software development of the Zoox vehicle’s low level driving, body, and safety systems to provide a robust and highly automated vehicle platform for the autonomous driving software and rider software to build on. The Firmware team focuses on building firmware for in-house ECUs that are unique to the Zoox vehicle and centralizing communication for domain controllers to coordinate the many vehicle subsystems.

Responsibilities

Lead an experienced team of technical program managers and leverage your technical and managerial skills to deliver high-impact results.
Set the program management direction for the Firmware TPM team, and together with your team, iterate on our development processes.
Work with Firmware department leaders to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed product roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables.
Grow the TPM team through hiring and guide the professional development of team members.
Create and deliver technical presentations that explain program initiatives to downstream consumer teams
Represent the team in cross-departmental forums, with key stakeholders, and in executive meetings.
Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
Set the agenda for key decisions to be made at each meeting to eliminate bottlenecks and retire risks

Qualifications

BS or MS degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent job experience
10+ years of experience in engineering, program management, or management consulting
3+ years experience managing a team of technical program managers
Experience with real-time embedded software, microcontrollers/microprocessors, real-time operating systems (POSIX, QNX, FreeRTOS, etc)
Strong track record of managing complex highly technical cross-functional projects
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

Bonus Qualifications

Hands-on software/firmware development and debugging of microcontroller-based systems-on-a-chip, particularly in the automotive domain
Experience with development of safety-certified software or firmware
PMP or equivalent
Experience with autonomous vehicles, test platforms, and/or automotive or aerospace processes

Compensation

There 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 $320,000. 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.

Vaccine Mandate

Employees working in this position will be required to have received a single dose of the J&J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine OR have completed the two-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine series. In addition, employees will be required to receive a COVID-19 booster vaccine within two months of becoming eligible for the booster vaccine.

Employees will be required to show proof of vaccination status upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned upon, among other things, an Applicant’s ability to show proof of vaccination status. Please note the Company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local laws.

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.

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.

1,001-5,000 employees

Website

Self driving car robotics company

Company Overview

Zoox is reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. The company is building the infrastructure for self-driving cars.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Vacation & Paid Time Off
Sick Days
Free Lunch or Snacks
Employee Assitance Program

Company Core Values

We're doing one thing that will change everything.
It's bigger than any of us.
One Zoox, one crew.
Every day is a milestone.