As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) for Release Management at Zoox you will serve as the primary orchestrator of the software and systems delivery engine for our autonomous vehicle platform. Sitting at the intersection of Engineering QA Operations and the PMO you will govern the release lifecycle of a complex system integrating sensors vehicle hardware and remote software. You are an autonomous systems-oriented professional who can uphold rigorous execution standards while partnering with Engineering Managers to improve the health and velocity of Zoox driverless release programs.
In this role you will:
Operationalize Health & Program Monitoring: Track the technical health of individual releases while also monitoring the Release Management Programs health. You will analyze process velocity deployment frequency and failure rates to drive continuous program improvements.
Uphold Execution Standards: Hold release owners accountable for the timeliness quality and reliability of all deliverables. You will ensure contributions meet established technical benchmarks and milestones before proceeding.
Weekly Planning & Prioritization: Partner with Release Management Engineering Managers to facilitate weekly planning and prioritization. You will help balance high-priority on-call release support with long-term enablement projects.
Drive Cross-Functional Alignment: Serve as the primary Release Management point of contact for QA Operations System Testing and Engineering partners. You will ensure all stakeholders are synchronized on release scope hardware/software dependencies and deployment windows.
Lead Enablement Project Management: Assist in the planning tracking and progress monitoring of enablement projectssuch as CI/CD upgrades simulation tooling or developer self-service toolsensuring they stay on track and deliver measurable value.
Translate Strategy into Technical Tactics: Convert high-level product roadmaps into actionable release trains defining the branching strategies and technical milestones (e.g. SiL/HiL testing) necessary to ship on time.
Partner with the PMO: Align release milestones with the broader corporate roadmap providing the Program Management Office with the technical visibility needed for strategic planning.
Proactive Risk Management: Identify and evaluate technical and execution risks to release cycles assessing their potential impact on Zoox driverless release programs. You will participate in the disposition of these risks including the identification of mitigation options and workarounds with cross-functional partners.
Deliver Concise Data-Driven Reporting: Synthesize technical statuses into clear Go/No-Go updates for Engineering Managers and Product Leads ensuring absolute clarity on launch readiness and program performance.
Lead Stakeholder Syncs: Facilitate release readiness reviews and tactical Go/No-Go meetings driving consensus among cross-functional leads to ensure a safe and stable deployment.
Qualifications
BS or higher in Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years in program management software development or software validation with at least 2 years specifically in program management.
Experience in the SW development lifecycle and SW release process.
Familiarity with project management and issue tracking tools such as Jira Confluence Smartsheets Lucid and others.
Strong written verbal and presentation skills.
Bonus Qualifications
Exposure to safety-critical or mission-critical systems (e.g. Autonomous Vehicles Robotics Aerospace Medical Devices).
Familiarity with hardware-software integration (sensors compute) and integrated testing environments (HiL/SiL).
Release & Project Expertise: Hands-on experience with the SDLC Git-based branching CI/CD pipelines and technical project management in Jira.
$170000 - $222000 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 candidates 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. 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) for Release Management at Zoox you will serve as the primary orchestrator of the software and systems delivery engine for our autonomous vehicle platform. Sitting at the intersection of Engineering QA Operations and the PMO you will govern the release lifecycle o...
As a Technical Program Manager (TPM) for Release Management at Zoox you will serve as the primary orchestrator of the software and systems delivery engine for our autonomous vehicle platform. Sitting at the intersection of Engineering QA Operations and the PMO you will govern the release lifecycle of a complex system integrating sensors vehicle hardware and remote software. You are an autonomous systems-oriented professional who can uphold rigorous execution standards while partnering with Engineering Managers to improve the health and velocity of Zoox driverless release programs.
In this role you will:
Operationalize Health & Program Monitoring: Track the technical health of individual releases while also monitoring the Release Management Programs health. You will analyze process velocity deployment frequency and failure rates to drive continuous program improvements.
Uphold Execution Standards: Hold release owners accountable for the timeliness quality and reliability of all deliverables. You will ensure contributions meet established technical benchmarks and milestones before proceeding.
Weekly Planning & Prioritization: Partner with Release Management Engineering Managers to facilitate weekly planning and prioritization. You will help balance high-priority on-call release support with long-term enablement projects.
Drive Cross-Functional Alignment: Serve as the primary Release Management point of contact for QA Operations System Testing and Engineering partners. You will ensure all stakeholders are synchronized on release scope hardware/software dependencies and deployment windows.
Lead Enablement Project Management: Assist in the planning tracking and progress monitoring of enablement projectssuch as CI/CD upgrades simulation tooling or developer self-service toolsensuring they stay on track and deliver measurable value.
Translate Strategy into Technical Tactics: Convert high-level product roadmaps into actionable release trains defining the branching strategies and technical milestones (e.g. SiL/HiL testing) necessary to ship on time.
Partner with the PMO: Align release milestones with the broader corporate roadmap providing the Program Management Office with the technical visibility needed for strategic planning.
Proactive Risk Management: Identify and evaluate technical and execution risks to release cycles assessing their potential impact on Zoox driverless release programs. You will participate in the disposition of these risks including the identification of mitigation options and workarounds with cross-functional partners.
Deliver Concise Data-Driven Reporting: Synthesize technical statuses into clear Go/No-Go updates for Engineering Managers and Product Leads ensuring absolute clarity on launch readiness and program performance.
Lead Stakeholder Syncs: Facilitate release readiness reviews and tactical Go/No-Go meetings driving consensus among cross-functional leads to ensure a safe and stable deployment.
Qualifications
BS or higher in Computer Science Computer Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years in program management software development or software validation with at least 2 years specifically in program management.
Experience in the SW development lifecycle and SW release process.
Familiarity with project management and issue tracking tools such as Jira Confluence Smartsheets Lucid and others.
Strong written verbal and presentation skills.
Bonus Qualifications
Exposure to safety-critical or mission-critical systems (e.g. Autonomous Vehicles Robotics Aerospace Medical Devices).
Familiarity with hardware-software integration (sensors compute) and integrated testing environments (HiL/SiL).
Release & Project Expertise: Hands-on experience with the SDLC Git-based branching CI/CD pipelines and technical project management in Jira.
$170000 - $222000 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 candidates 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. 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
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