Zoox · 2 days ago
Senior Technical Program Manager, Cameras
Foster City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$205K/yr - $246K/yr
5+ years expZoox is a company focused on developing autonomous hardware for self-driving vehicles. They are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the Camera program, managing complex project schedules and cross-functional teams to ensure successful hardware development and integration.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesMachine LearningRoboticsTransportation
Responsibilities
Drive the Camera program forward with thought and energetic leadership, supporting architecture alignment, hardware development, validation, and integration for our 5MP and LWIR (thermal) systems
Translate corporate strategy and top-down milestones into detailed camera product roadmaps, timelines, and technical deliverables in partnership with department leaders
Manage internal development and tests by using task management systems (e.g., JIRA) to clearly structure, communicate, and track sensor-specific workstreams
Define and track resource requirements and program spend against budget, collaborating closely with cross-functional leaders and Finance teams
Oversee technical supplier activities, including design review, design for manufacturing, build planning, execution, and the implementation of robust end-of-line tests and calibration procedures prior to delivery
Partner with procurement and supplier quality teams to ensure excellent external partnerships and the on-time delivery of high-precision camera components
Collaborate with in-house manufacturing experts to ensure all processes are in place for final camera assembly and vehicle integration, ensuring parts meet exact specifications
Coordinate root-cause analysis and overall response for camera issues occurring in the fleet, maintaining strict "JIRA ticket hygiene" and cross-functional momentum for resolutions
Ensure goal delivery by working across the Program Management Office, SW/FW (Computer Vision) teams, safety teams, and vehicle manufacturing
Establish standard reports to provide concise and effective communications to key stakeholders on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments
Facilitate technical trade-off discussions and align team perspectives using options matrices to help the program team make informed sensor-related decisions
Maintain a disciplined business and meeting cadence, ensuring structured meeting agendas are set for critical topics and every team member understands their accountability
Qualification
Required
BS or MS degree in an engineering or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in leading engineering teams and/or program management
Proven track record of managing end-to-end hardware development, including HW/SW integration, rapid design cycles, and scaling products from concept through supplier-base manufacturing
Hands-on experience with project management/reporting tools (i.e., SmartSheet, JIRA, Confluence)
Ability to communicate clearly, lead by influence, and build strong relationships with team members and leadership
Self-motivated and proactive problem-solver
Preferred
Experience in highly regulated industries (automotive, aerospace, etc.)
Experience with camera or sensor hardware development, integration, and calibration
Benefits
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
Life insurance
Company
Zoox
Zoox is an AI robotics company that provides mobility-as-a-service and self-driving car services. It is a sub-organization of Amazon.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$955MKey Investors
Grok Ventures
2020-06-26Acquired
2019-10-21Convertible Note· $200M
2018-07-08Series B· $465M
Leadership Team
Nelson Pedreiro
Sr. Vice President, Hardware
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Zheng Gao
Director of Hardware Engineering
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