Senior Manager of Autonomous Vehicle Testing

5 days ago

Foster City, California, United States Zoox Full time

We are seeking an experienced leader to oversee our testing efforts at the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology. As a key test manager, you will be responsible for helping to operationalize and connect the methodologies and tools so we can validate as a company at the different levels of the system V-model and ensure the highest quality and reliability of our hardware and software systems.

This will also include test automation, diagnostics, hardware/software validation, and early test escape detection. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical expertise and strong operational management to deliver superior test outcomes in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Help develop and operationalize the overall test strategy for self-driving vehicle systems, including hardware and software components.
  • Help create a test machine with transparency, traceability, and documentation in place across the company.
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and management of automated test processes, focusing on efficiency and scalability.
  • Help create a test asset strategy to ensure the availability, deployment, and performance of testing resources.
  • Implement early test escape detection systems to identify and address issues before they reach production.
  • Drive diagnostic testing processes for both hardware and software, ensuring all systems function as intended in real-world environments.
  • Manage hardware/software validation processes, ensuring thorough testing of integrated systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of testing efforts with product development timelines.
  • Mentor and manage a team of test engineers, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide clear and actionable reporting on testing outcomes, highlighting risks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging trends in autonomous vehicle testing and validation.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of proven experience in designing and managing test strategies for complex hardware/software systems.
  • Extensive experience with test automation frameworks and tools, with a strong focus on scaling testing efforts.
  • Deep knowledge of hardware and software diagnostics, validation, and early test escape detection methodologies.
  • Strong leadership and operational management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proven track record in managing test assets, including resource planning and deployment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks in testing processes.
  • Strong design or architecture experience is a plus.
  • Experience in the automotive industry or autonomous vehicles is a plus.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $191,000 to $287,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. 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.

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.

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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