Join us at Zoox, where cutting-edge technology meets the open road. We are revolutionizing transportation and shaping the future of mobility, and as the leader of the Product Software organization, you’ll be at the forefront of our mission to redefine the way we live and travel.
We’re seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to lead the development of our ride-hailing service, overseeing the software teams building our ride-hailing app, fleet management backend, operational tools, and in-vehicle experience. Your expertise in software development, iterative product strategy, and team leadership will be essential as we build and scale a world-class customer experience.
In this role, you will:
Strategic Vision: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our ride-hailing platform, ensuring alignment with Zoox’s overarching goals and the evolving demands of the market.
Product Development: Lead the end-to-end development of the ride-hailing ecosystem, including the user-facing app, backend fleet management systems, operational tools for dispatch and fleet monitoring, and the in-vehicle user experience. Drive adoption of best software engineering and infrastructure automation practices to increase efficiency and streamline development processes.
Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with teams across engineering, product management, marketing, and fleet operations to ensure seamless integration and alignment on product objectives and deliverables.
Leadership and Team Building: Attract, hire, and inspire a world-class engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Customer-Centric Approach: Advocate for the customer at every stage of product development, ensuring the ride hailing experience meets and exceeds user expectations. Define and monitor key metrics to track the success of the product, driving continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of extensive leadership experience, leading teams of 100+.
Hands-on experience having deployed real products into the real world, and understanding the challenges of working with complex systems.
Excellent leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to build and manage high-performing engineering teams.
Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bonus Qualifications
Proven track record of successfully scaling large software systems, preferably in a high-growth environment.
5+ years of leading large relevant products from inception to delivery.
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.
Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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.