Technical Program Manager, PMO - Test Fleet Program (Contract)

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 96,432,000 - 151,536,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a Technical Program Manager for a 6-month on-site contract in Foster City. You will work within the PMO to drive cross-functional program planning and execution, partnering with vehicle development, software, manufacturing, and operations to meet ambitious milestones.

You will gather information to standardize templates, define deliverables with stakeholders, and build dashboards that improve reporting. A strong builder mindset and collaboration across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive clarity and unity by gathering information to create unified program management templates.
• Define, structure, and track key program deliverables across engineering and product.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and tooling improvements; build dashboards and tools for reporting.
• Engage with technical program details and review project-level deliverables for strategic alignment.
• Develop relationships across teams and communicate effectively in a cross-functional environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in technical/quantitative field

Tools

Jira

Python

SQL

Job description

The Program Management Office (PMO) at Zoox is at the center of the company's efforts, responsible for driving cross-functional program planning and execution at the highest level. We partner with leaders from every corner of the company—vehicle development, software engineering, manufacturing, and operations to deliver on the ambitious milestones that pave our path to launching a revolutionary autonomous mobility service.

The L3 Program within PMO is responsible for the optimal allocation and usage of the test fleet, operated nationwide, with leading-edge hardware and software that will be used in future milestones. Our program managers contribute to the end to end success of all of Zoox's technical, integrated product milestones on our purpose-built robotaxi.

We are excited to launch a new initiative to bring exceptional early-career talent into our PMO team. This is a role for those who have a history of high performance in their academic and project work and are eager to apply their skills to complex, real-world challenges. While we hire for potential and rate of learning, we are looking for individuals who have demonstrated the ability to perform at a high level, regardless of their years of experience.

As a Technical Program Manager (6-month contract), you will be given concrete, well-defined projects that will allow you to make a real impact from the start. This role is a unique opportunity to grow into a leader who can run, improve, and expand our program structures. Please note that this is an on-site role and requires working from the office five days per week.

In this Role, You Will...

• Drive Clarity and Unity: Work independently to gather and analyze information from various teams to create unified program management templates, helping to standardize how we track deliverables across different parts of the company.
• Structure for Success: Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering and product to define, structure, and track key program deliverables, ensuring that our most critical initiatives are aligned and on track.
• Improve Our Processes: Identify opportunities for process automation and tooling improvements. You’ll have the chance to build better dashboards and tools that enhance program reporting and efficiency.
• Dive Deep into the Details: Engage with the technical details of our programs, participating in the review process for project-level deliverables to ensure they meet our strategic intent.
• Communicate and Collaborate: Develop strong relationships with a wide range of teams, learning how to communicate effectively and drive progress in a highly cross-functional environment.

Requirements

• Deep Passion for a Technical Subject: We love to see candidates who go deep into a topic they are passionate about, whether it's a school project, a personal hobby, or a side hustle. We want to hear you get into the details of what you've learned.
• A Builder's Mindset: We are impressed by candidates who have tangible experience shipping projects that work. This could be through student engineering competitions such as FSAE or developing a product out of a hackathon.
• A Knack for Collaboration: We value people who make teams work better together. We're interested in your experience adjusting how your team collaborated during a challenge, establishing a new communication routine for a club project, or any other instance where you thoughtfully improved teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical or quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics, or a related discipline).
• A demonstrated passion for learning and a high potential for growth.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• An ability to work independently, manage projects, and show initiative.
• A deep curiosity and interest in autonomous vehicles, robotics, or complex software and hardware systems.

Bonus Qualifications

• Internship experience in a technology company, program management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira.
• Basic scripting or data analysis skills (e.g., Python, SQL).

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

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Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

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.