Full-Time

Senior Staff Executive Operations Manager

Posted on 9/25/2024

Zoox

Zoox

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$219k - $337kAnnually

+ Amazon RSUs + Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights + Sign-on Bonus

Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Hybrid position based in Foster City, CA.

Category
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in technical discipline and at least 7 years of relevant experience in AV, Robotics, EV, or related industry preferred.
  • Strong leadership skills and experience leading technical teams.
  • Experience engaging and collaborating with C- Suite executives.
  • Highly organized and excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and workflows on deadline.
  • Strong track-record managing complex cross-functional projects with strong knowledge in system safety and/or systems engineering processes.
  • Proficient in Google Suite or Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a key advisor and strategic partner to the VP, providing insights that influence departmental strategies, co-leading their implementation, and leading various business initiatives.
  • Act as an extension of the VP when designated and serve as a mentor to junior members of the leadership team and potentially manage direct reports.
  • Review work streams and processes to identify operational needs and inefficiencies, and develop and implement necessary improvements.
  • Lead cross-functional programs to achieve strategic goals, enhance operational efficiencies, establish processes, and develop key supporting assets.
  • Identify areas for operational improvement, lead efforts to streamline processes, manage key projects, and facilitate communication and collaboration across the organization.
  • Understand or strive to learn the technical concepts, architecture, and systems development methods associated with the Zoox Autonomy team.

Zoox is developing a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service with a vehicle designed specifically for self-driving. This vehicle features advanced sensors and AI systems for navigating urban environments, while prioritizing passenger comfort and safety. Unlike competitors that retrofit existing cars, Zoox's approach allows for optimization in every aspect of the vehicle and service. The goal is to create a smarter, safer, and more sustainable transportation system that enhances urban living.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

31%

2 year growth

50%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zoox's partnership with Williams Racing enhances brand visibility in the autonomous vehicle market.
  • Expanding operations to Austin and Miami allows Zoox to refine technology in diverse environments.
  • Aicha Evans' leadership provides strategic direction, leveraging her experience from Intel.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Waymo and Cruise could impact Zoox's market share and growth potential.
  • Expansion to new cities may face regulatory hurdles, delaying deployment and increasing costs.
  • Rapid expansion could strain resources, affecting service quality and customer satisfaction.

What makes Zoox unique

  • Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike competitors retrofitting existing models.
  • Zoox's vehicles feature a futuristic design with state-of-the-art sensors and AI systems.
  • Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and passenger comfort.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program

INACTIVE