Team Lead, Vehicle Operations

Zoox; Riverbank (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Team Lead for Vehicle Operations in Riverbank, CA to lead a team of Vehicle Operators, driving safety and operational excellence. You will work daily with your team, setting an example of discipline and safety while coordinating with program management, strategy, and cross‑functional partners to meet Zoox’s high standards.

You will mentor direct reports and contingent personnel, handle administrative tasks, and strive to align operations with Zoox’s long‑term goals and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional work experience in a cross‑functional and product‑based environment.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a high‑level collaborative environment and promoting a teamwork mentality.
• Proven ability to problem‑solve and improve operational efficiency with a proactive mindset and resourcefulness to achieve company goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and management, and explain technical issues.
• Excellent driving history.
• Proactive mindset and resourcefulness.
• Ability to work on‑site at your assigned location for all scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead Zoox Vehicle Operators team and drive safety‑focused culture.
• Complete admin tasks: timesheets, expense reports, schedule validation, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with other Team Leads and Program/Project Managers to stay aligned with Zoox goals.
• Mentor direct reports and contingent workforce to meet Zoox standards.
• Coordinate with contingent workforce and management, answering questions and ensuring proper task execution.
• Conduct recurring testing with a priority on safety to stay current with Vehicle Operations.
• Partner with product and program teams to improve local and organization‑wide operations.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety-minded

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Zoox has embarked on a highly ambitious journey to develop an autonomous mobility solution, built from the ground up. As our Vehicle Operations team develops and scales, so does the challenge to understand operations data, ensure effective communication between development and operations, and inform key decisions to successfully scale the organization.

In this role as the Team Lead for Vehicle Operations, you will lead a team of Zoox Vehicle Operators who are field experts in tools, features, and functions related to Vehicle Operator workflows. You will coordinate and streamline processes to ensure your team executes both short‑term and long‑term targets, maintaining Zoox's high standards for all software and hardware tests. As a hands‑on leader, you will work daily alongside your team, setting an example of discipline and safety to accomplish the mission. This role also involves close collaboration with other leaders within the Vehicle Operations organization and interaction with multiple cross‑functional teams, including program management, strategy, vehicle engineering, and go‑to‑market teams.

In This Role, You Will

• Support vehicle operators in day‑to‑day operations, upholding a safety‑centric, inclusive, and open communication culture.
• Complete all administrative tasks concerning team management, including, but not limited to, timesheet approval, expense reports, schedule validation, and conducting written and oral performance feedback with direct reports and contingent workforce personnel at regular intervals.
• Work closely with other Team Leads and Program/Project Managers within Vehicle Operators to ensure their team stays aligned with Zoox’s overall goals.
• Become a knowledge expert on Zoox’s proprietary software related to Vehicle Operations and motivate and mentor direct reports and contingent workforce personnel to execute and deliver to Zoox’s high standards.
• Interact with contingent workforce personnel and management assigned to your team at Zoox to answer questions, provide information, and ensure they understand and execute their job assignments.
• Conduct recurring testing, with a priority on safety to ensure you stay up‑to‑date with the current state of Vehicle Operations.
• Be metric‑focused, collaborating with both product and program management teams to drive process and product improvements to mature both local and organizational‑wide operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional work experience in a cross‑functional and product‑based environment
• 3+ years of supervisory experience
• Experience working in a high‑level collaborative environment and promoting a teamwork mentality
• Proven ability to problem‑solve and improve operational efficiency with a proactive mindset and resourcefulness to achieve company goals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and management, and explain technical issues
• Excellent driving history
• Proactive mindset and resourcefulness
• Ability to work on‑site at your assigned location for all scheduled shifts

Bonus Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• People management experience, with an understanding of performance management & reviews
• 3+ years in the autonomous vehicle industry
• 4+ years of operations experience
• Working with cross‑functional teams on go‑to‑market initiatives

$102,000 - $156,000 a year

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign‑on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including 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, and life insurance.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.