Manager of Technical Program Management (Advanced Hardware Manufacturing)

Join Zoox, a company dedicated to revolutionizing transportation. As the Manager of Technical Program Management, you will lead a team responsible for coordinating prototype sensor and compute hardware programs and supporting their transition to high-volume serial manufacturing. You will partner with leaders across various departments to turn strategic priorities into executable plans, oversee technical programs for high-volume serial manufacturing, and coordinate the transition from prototype builds to serial production. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid parental leave, health insurance, and work-from-home opportunities.

• Lead the team responsible for coordinating prototype sensor and compute hardware programs and supporting their transition to high-volume serial manufacturing.
• Partner with leaders across hardware, software, vehicle engineering, product, manufacturing, and finance to turn strategic priorities into executable plans.
• Oversee technical programs for high-volume serial manufacturing, including production readiness, capacity planning, ramp milestones, and the resolution of issues that affect output.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in an engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience working with contract manufacturers
• At least five years of experience managing Technical Program Managers
• Experience with hardware development, manufacturing processes, and production ramp
• At least 12 years of experience in engineering, technical program management, or management consulting
• Demonstrated success leading complex programs involving multiple functions
• Proficiency with project planning and tracking tools, including schedule and Gantt chart management
• Experience supporting high-volume serial manufacturing
• Ability to build effective working relationships with senior leaders and engineers across disciplines
• Strong judgment and the ability to communicate complex program information clearly and concisely for different audiences
• Experience handling confidential business and technical information with discretion