Manager, System Behavioral Analysis

Autonomous vehicles have some of the largest, most complex software ever shipped in a safety-critical environment. Solving that problem is one of the most exciting technical challenges of our lifetime.
As a Manager of the System Behavior Analysis team, you will lead a team of test and triage engineers who help us understand failures encountered on the road. You will work closely with engineering teams, Technical Program Managers, and Vehicle Operations to define failure modes and identify opportunities for process improvement. You will help accelerate our product development by providing engineering teams with actionable inputs teased out from large amounts of driving data, and help build the safest and most reliable autonomous driving software.

In this role, you will:

• Lead a high-performing team of subject matter experts in autonomous driving software triage and root cause analysis, driving timely identification and resolution of critical issues
• Manage and scale a team of offshore resources, optimizing coverage for autonomous vehicle driving behavior analysis and ensuring seamless collaboration across geographies
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional Engineering teams across the entire AI stack—including Motion Planning, Perception, Prediction, Localization, and more—to refine and improve processes for data analysis initiatives
• Drive the development of advanced tools and automation to expand triage capabilities, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of both onsite and offshore team members
• Partner with Engineering leadership to define, prioritize, and execute a strategic roadmap for the Syatem Behavioral Analysis team, ensuring alignment with company milestones and long-term objectives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field, coupled with 3+ years of experience managing and leading teams
• Proven expertise in root cause analysis within complex hardware and software systems, delivering actionable insights and driving resolution
• Hands-on experience in test planning, scheduling, execution, and release management
• Proficiency with dashboarding tools such as Looker, with the ability to effectively analyze data and leverage insights to drive informed decision-making
• Exceptional cross-functional communication and collaboration skills, with a strong bias for action

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with autonomous driving or other data-heavy products or applications
• Experience working with ML models to automate triage processes

CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this position is $165,000 to $204,000. 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. 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.
About ZooxZoox 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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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.