Technical Program Manager - Release Management

Role Overview Goken America LLC seeks a Technical Program Manager focused on Vehicle Testing for its Foster City, CA location. This role leads the planning and execution of vehicle testing programs, coordinating efforts across multiple teams to keep projects on track and aligned with quality expectations. What You Will Do Oversee complex vehicle testing init…

At Zoox, we are transforming the passenger experience through cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology. Our pioneering vehicle designs and autonomous systems offer unique opportunities to innovate vehicle architectures and user experiences. Join our passionate team of engineers and designers dedicated to crafting an exceptional user experience that redefines industry standards.In this pivotal role, you will be a vital member of the Experimental Operations (XOPS) team, which encompasses Engineering, Prototyping, and Quality Assurance. You will support leadership in developing detailed roadmaps and timelines, identifying critical milestones, assessing risks, estimating budgets, tracking costs, and effectively communicating the progress of prototyping initiatives. Your enthusiasm for transforming innovative ideas into reality will drive projects aimed at designing and constructing prototypes for our autonomous vehicle platform. Collaborating closely with our talented designers and engineers, you will create groundbreaking solutions for autonomous vehicle hardware, prioritizing performance, safety, and scalability.

Role Overview Zoox is looking for a Technical Program Manager to join the Software Quality Assurance team in Foster City, CA. This role leads efforts to strengthen software quality and improve assurance processes across projects. What You Will Do Guide and coordinate quality assurance initiatives for Zoox software products Collaborate with engineering, product, and other teams to deliver reliable software Apply technical knowledge and leadership to move projects forward and support innovation

Join Zoox as a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager to lead the internal pilot initiatives that are crucial to our innovative transportation solutions. In this role, you will orchestrate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and ensure the successful execution of projects that push the boundaries of autonomous vehicle technology.

Are you an innovative leader in technology management? Join Zoox as a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager specializing in AI and Autonomy. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead initiatives that push the boundaries of autonomous vehicle technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive project timelines, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Join Zoox in our groundbreaking mission to create a comprehensive autonomous mobility solution for urban environments. As a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager, you will collaborate with engineering leaders across various sectors, including software, hardware, vehicle engineering, and product management. Your role will be pivotal in translating our corporate strategies into actionable and detailed roadmaps that ensure seamless execution throughout our growth phases. You will partner with engineering teams to establish project timelines, identify key milestones, mitigate risks, estimate budgets, and provide clear updates on project progress. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future of mobility while working with innovative technologies.

At Zoox, we are on a transformative mission to create a comprehensive autonomous mobility solution for urban environments. As a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM) specializing in Core Systems, you will be pivotal in bridging the gap between engineering and strategic initiatives. Collaborating closely with leaders across Software, Hardware, Vehicle Engineering, and Product teams, you will convert our visionary corporate strategy into actionable, detailed roadmaps, ensuring effective execution at every phase of our growth journey.This position resides within the Software Systems Technical Program Management organization, which oversees the entire Software Systems spectrum, from Core Robot Middleware and Infrastructure to comprehensive Software Infrastructure, Simulations, and Product Security. Your expertise will help us navigate the complexities of developing cutting-edge technology.

Join the dynamic Program Management Office (PMO) at Zoox, where we play a pivotal role in orchestrating cross-functional program planning and execution at the highest standards. Collaborating with leaders across diverse sectors such as vehicle development, system design, software engineering, manufacturing, fleet operations, and various business functions, we are committed to achieving significant corporate milestones as we progress toward our launch and future goals.If you thrive in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork, open communication, and collaboration while maintaining a fun and engaging atmosphere, we want to hear from you!

Join Zoox as a pivotal leader in our Autonomy Technical Program Management (TPM) team, where you will oversee our autonomy perception TPM team. In this managerial role, you will collaborate closely with senior management on strategic initiatives, project roadmapping, and the enhancement of our development and release processes. Your guidance will be essential in steering the perception team to meet Zoox's evolving needs. You will lead a dedicated team of TPMs, focusing on performance management, mentorship, career development, talent retention, and recruitment. Together, your team will liaise with diverse sub-teams and stakeholders across the autonomy software organization to craft project timelines, identify critical milestones, mitigate risks, estimate project budgets, and ensure transparent communication of progress.

Join Visa Inc. as a Technical Program Manager where you will play a pivotal role in driving technical projects to completion. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery aligns with strategic objectives and manage project timelines and resources effectively.

Join Zoox, a trailblazer in reshaping transportation, as a Senior Vehicle Attributes Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with top-tier professionals in robotics, controls, and vehicle engineering to actualize an innovative autonomous ride-sharing platform. As an integral member of the Vehicle Integration team, you will lead attribute-focused teams, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and ensure that every aspect of our vehicles adheres to the utmost standards of performance, comfort, and safety.

Join Zoox as a Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in advancing the future of autonomous mobility. You will be responsible for developing and executing simulation models that accurately represent the vehicle dynamics and behavior in diverse driving scenarios. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a team of innovative engineers dedicated to revolutionizing transportation.

Join Zoox in our groundbreaking mission to create a comprehensive autonomous mobility solution for urban landscapes. As a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager, you will engage in cross-functional collaboration with engineering leaders across software, hardware, vehicle engineering, and product domains to translate our strategic vision into actionable and detailed roadmaps. Your role will involve collaborating with various engineering teams to establish project timelines, pinpoint key milestones, manage risks, estimate budgets, and effectively communicate ongoing progress to stakeholders at each phase of our growth journey.

The Program Management Office (PMO) at Zoox is pivotal to our mission, driving cross-functional program planning and execution at an elite level. We collaborate with leaders across diverse sectors—vehicle development, software engineering, manufacturing, and operations—to achieve our ambitious milestones aimed at launching a groundbreaking autonomous mobility service.We are thrilled to introduce a new initiative designed to attract outstanding early-career talent to our PMO team. This opportunity is tailored for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance in their academic pursuits and project endeavors, and who are eager to tackle complex, real-world challenges. We prioritize potential and learning agility, seeking candidates who have shown the capability to excel, irrespective of their experience levels.As a Technical Program Manager on a 6-month contract, you will be entrusted with well-defined projects that empower you to make a significant impact from day one. This position offers a unique pathway to develop into a leader who can enhance and expand our program structures. Please note that this is an on-site role requiring you to work from our office five days a week.

Replit is at the forefront of software innovation, empowering individuals to create applications effortlessly through natural language. With a vibrant community of millions globally, including over 500,000 business users, we are breaking down barriers in software development and democratizing the creation process.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the execution of Replit's most critical and intricate initiatives, particularly focusing on our dynamic Agent development roadmaps. This individual contributor role is ideal for someone with a strong engineering background, such as a former engineering manager or senior engineer, who excels in AI/LLM-heavy environments. The successful candidate will bring structure, drive, and decisive action to navigate cross-team uncertainties effectively. Leveraging AI and automation to enhance productivity is essential, but a clear understanding of priorities, trade-offs, and execution is paramount.Your ResponsibilitiesOversee the comprehensive delivery of Replit's most challenging cross-functional projects, with a primary focus on Agent development.Facilitate collaboration across Product, Engineering, Research, Go-To-Market, and Leadership teams by identifying dependencies, risks, and conflicts early in the process.Act as the technical liaison between teams, adeptly following architectural decisions, challenging assumptions, and translating trade-offs without impeding progress.Establish and maintain operational rhythms for programs, including milestones, reviews, decision logs, and retrospectives.Utilize AI, automation, and agent workflows to enhance program management efficiency (status synthesis, risk identification, incident follow-ups, guardrails, retrospectives).Manage additional high-stakes programs as required, such as enterprise initiatives and external integrations.Collaborate closely with Engineering Managers and Product Managers to ensure clarity in ownership and accountability without overlap.Required Skills and Experience8+ years of experience as a Technical Program Manager or in a related field, with a proven ability to lead complex, high-impact projects.Strong technical expertise in areas such as distributed architecture, infrastructure, platform engineering, or AI/ML.Exceptional communication skills with a straightforward style and strong decision-making capabilities.Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations and independently drive progress—this is a high-impact individual contributor role.Preferred QualificationsExperience in software development life cycles and methodologies.Familiarity with Agile project management principles.Passion for AI technologies and their applications in software development.

At Zoox, we are embarking on a groundbreaking mission to create a comprehensive autonomous mobility solution tailored for urban environments, culminating in the safe deployment of our purpose-built robotaxi. Our System Design and Mission Assurance (SDMA) team is integral to this vision, diligently constructing the safety case for every pivotal milestone.We are looking for a seasoned Senior Technical Program Manager to spearhead cross-functional initiatives that validate the safety case for Zoox’s cutting-edge autonomous software, vehicle platform, and operational frameworks. Your role will encompass both real-world scenarios and virtual simulations, ensuring our autonomy stack, robot platform, and operational strategies adhere to stringent performance, reliability, and safety standards.This position requires collaboration across Autonomy Software, Robot Platform, and operations, harmonizing validation efforts, addressing cross-domain dependencies, and ensuring synchronized execution throughout the system. You will join a dynamic organization characterized by strong leadership and a culture of transparency and respect, empowering you to achieve your highest potential.

Join Zoox as an Autonomous Vehicle Safety Software Engineer and be at the forefront of transforming transportation technology. In this role, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of software systems that ensure the safety and reliability of our autonomous vehicles.As a key member of our engineering team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test software solutions that meet rigorous safety standards. Your expertise will help drive the evolution of our vehicle systems, ensuring that they operate seamlessly and safely in complex environments.

Join Zoox as a Vehicle Integration Project Coordinator, where our mission is to enhance safety and performance in autonomous vehicle technology. This role is based onsite in Foster City, CA, requiring a commitment of five days in the office, with occasional travel within the Greater Bay Area.As a key member of our esteemed engineering team, which boasts expertise in robotics, vehicle engineering, and control systems, you will play a pivotal role in achieving our vehicle performance goals.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate daily and weekly testing resources, including logistics, operators, and support technicians.Ensure test vehicle readiness and manage charge and data ingestion activities.Oversee reworks, repairs, and updates while managing hardware, software, and firmware configurations.Develop and improve processes, review test procedures, and lead projects in vehicle development.Maintain daily reporting and assist in issue resolution, triage, and root cause analysis.

Join Zoox as a Senior Reliability Engineer specializing in Electric Vehicle (EV) Powertrain Systems. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our cutting-edge powertrain systems. Your expertise will contribute to the development of innovative solutions that enhance vehicle safety, efficiency, and sustainability.Key Responsibilities:Conduct reliability assessments and analyses for powertrain components.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate reliability into the design and development processes.Implement testing protocols to validate system performance under various conditions.Identify failure modes and develop mitigation strategies.