Full-Time
Senior Technical Program Manager
High Voltage Battery
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Zoox
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles
Compensation Overview
$179k - $224kAnnually
Expert
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship
San Mateo, CA, USA
The job is onsite in Foster City, CA.
You match the following Zoox's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- BS or MS in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience
- At least 10 years of experience, including 5 years in high voltage battery engineering and over 5 years in program management
- Familiarity with electrical hardware product development and manufacturing processes, and demonstrated delivery of components with engineering design and development partners
- Proven track record in managing complex cross-functional projects
- Proficient in tools required to manage complex projects (i.e. JIRA, Gantt charts, ERP, PLM)
- Communicate challenges and identify program risks while proactively developing mitigation plans in collaboration with the engineering team
- Develop schedules based on company milestones and ensure that projects remain on track
- Collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams, as well as interface with suppliers and contract manufacturers, to resolve open questions and align expectations for timely delivery
- Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments, and present them to the executive team
- Lead change management process coordination with all stakeholders
- Prepare and track a department budget forecast and reconcile with expenses
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, with a spacious interior for up to four passengers. Safety is a priority, with extensive testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to ensure high standards. Additionally, Zoox's electric vehicles promote sustainability by reducing emissions, while their user-friendly platform enhances the ride-hailing experience.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$1.2B
Headquarters
Menlo Park, California
Founded
2014
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Zoox's expansion into San Francisco and Las Vegas targets key urban markets.
- Partnership with Williams Racing boosts brand visibility in high-profile US events.
- Collaboration with Nvidia enhances autonomous driving capabilities with advanced AI.
What critics are saying
- Competition from Waymo and Tesla could impact Zoox's market share.
- Shift from x86 to Arm architecture may require significant tech investment.
- Nvidia and Uber's partnership could outpace Zoox's technology advancements.
What makes Zoox unique
- Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.
- The vehicle's unique design lacks a traditional steering wheel, enhancing passenger space.
- Zoox's holistic approach optimizes safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort in urban environments.
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Health Insurance
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Vacation & Paid Time Off
Sick Days
Free Lunch or Snacks
Employee Assitance Program
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