Vehicle Line Director

Lead the development of the Robotaxi, driving cross-functional teams across Zoox to plan and execute the vehicle program.

Determine program milestones: Work with core team members to define key program timing.

Define the deliverables: Align on requirements for each team at each milestone and define the benchmark for completing them.

Set the schedule: Build a realistic and achievable timing plan with input from core program team members.

Review progress: Create regular status checks to ensure the program remains on track.

Track Progress: Create and maintain a clear dashboard showing program status.

Resolve or escalate issues: Collaborate with teams to find solutions or mitigations.

Escalate for management support: Ensure appropriate resources are in place across the cross-functional team to execute program deliverables.

BS or MS degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.

15+ years of experience in engineering or program management in the automotive or equivalent industry.

Proven experience launching at least one vehicle program from start to finish, preferably multiple programs.

Extensive experience in product development at all stages; product ideation, design, release, prototyping, validation, launch and production.

Proficient in tools required to manage complex projects (i.e. Gantt charts).