Program Manager, AV Operational Safety

Uber; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 118,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Uber is seeking an experienced Operational Safety Program Manager to drive safety programs for fleet operators within its autonomous mobility and delivery ecosystem. You will lead safety protocols, incident response, and performance metrics across supervised and driverless configurations.

This role develops internal safety standards and audit frameworks for global AV partnerships, requiring cross-functional influence and deep knowledge of Safety Management Systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting safety management programs in transportation (AVs, aviation, automotive, etc.).
• Experience supporting or executing safety programs related to vehicle operators for development, testing and operations.
• Proven track record in cross-functional safety programs, preferably in AV or aviation sectors.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management across cultures and industries.
• Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, or related technical fields.

Responsibilities

• Safety Management Expertise: advise on best practices for safety management systems in autonomous vehicles, including Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotions.
• Operational Safety: implement and support safety programs for vehicle operators in commercial activities.
• Program Management: manage safety programs from inception to operations, ensuring timelines, milestones and objectives.
• Partner Engagement: support Uber's AV partners and fleet operators in Safety Assurance and Risk Management activities.
• Industry Awareness: stay current with safety and health trends and network with safety professionals for best practice sharing.

Skills

Safety Management

Operational Safety

Program Management

Communication & Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, or related technical fields

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Operational Safety Program Manager to drive effective safety programs for fleet operators within Uber's autonomous mobility and delivery ecosystem. This role demands a deep understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS) as applied to autonomous vehicle operations, encompassing both supervised and driverless configurations. You will lead the establishment and execution of safety protocols, including incident response, safety concern reporting, and performance metrics. Beyond day-to-day oversight, you will be instrumental in developing Uber's internal safety standards and audit frameworks to be adopted by our global AV partners. This is a highly cross-functional position that requires a unique blend of program management expertise, technical knowledge of industry standards, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a rapidly evolving industry.

What You'll Do

• Safety Management Expertise: Support Uber's internal stakeholders and external partners on the best practices, lessons learned and pitfalls associated with the implementation of safety management systems specific to autonomous vehicles, including the four pillars of Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotions.
• Operational Safety: Execute on and support safety programs specific to the use of vehicle operators in commercial activities.
• Program Management: Support the management of safety programs from inception to operations, ensuring adherence to timelines, key milestones, and strategic objectives. Support cross-functional teams and external partners on operational safety of AV fleets.
• Partner Engagement: Support Uber's AV partners and fleet operators to carry out Safety Assurance and Risk Management activities.
• Industry Awareness: Stay current with safety & health industry trends, is a member of professional safety associations and has a strong network of safety professionals for best practice sharing.

Basic Qualifications

• Safety Management Expertise: Minimum of 3 years of industry experience supporting the implementation and management of safety management programs in a transportation sector (AV's, aviation, automotive, trucking, maritime, etc.)
• Operational Safety: Experience supporting or executing safety programs related to the use of vehicle operators for development, testing and operations.
• Program Management: Proven track record supporting safety programs, particularly at in the AV or Aviation industry, with experience contributing to cross-functional and cross-industry teams.
• Communication & Relationship Building: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills, with the ability to work across different cultures and industries.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, or related technical fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in safety, engineering, or related technical fields
• Experience working with SMS frameworks
• Experience performing data analysis and statistical analysis of operational safety data to generate safety performance indicators
• A continuous improvement approach, with a history of quick adaptation and self-directed learning
• A passion for creating empathetic, inspiring, and innovative transportation solutions in pursuit of positive societal outcomes

For Chicago, IL-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $118,000 per year - USD $131,000 per year.

For New York City, NY-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $131,000 per year - USD $145,000 per year.

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $131,000 per year - USD $145,000 per year.

For Seattle, WA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $118,000 per year - USD $131,000 per year.

For Washington, DC-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD $131,000 per year - USD $145,000 per year.

For all US locations, you will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) plan. You will also be eligible for various benefits.

Ready to Ride?

This isn't the kind of place where you follow a playbook - it's where you help write one. If you're driven by impact, energized by challenge, and ready to shape how the world moves - we'd love to hear from you.

You may be eligible for bonuses, equity, and other compensation, as well as a range of benefits. Explore our benefits.

Offices remain key to collaboration and Uber's culture. Unless approved for full remote work, employees must spend at least 50% of their time in-office. Some roles, like those at greenlight hubs, require full-time in-office presence. Ask your Recruiter for details about this role's requirements.

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