# Manager, Technical Program Manager - Artificial Intelligence

**Company:** [Zoox](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/zoox)
**Location:** Foster City, CA
**Role:** Technical Program Management
**Salary:** $215k – $278k/yr
**Experience:** 10+ years
**Skills:** Jira, Smartsheet, Gantt Charts, Risk Matrices, AI/ML, Computer Vision, Autonomous Vehicles, Perception, Reinforcement Learning, LLMs
**Posted:** 2026-02-20

> Manage a team of Technical Program Managers focused on autonomy perception software at Zoox. Develop roadmaps, oversee processes, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure delivery of high-impact results. Requires 10+ years experience including 5+ managing TPMs and BS/MS in CS/engineering.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Lead an experienced team of TPMs, deliver high-impact results, grow the team through hiring and professional development.
- Set program management direction for autonomy perception TPM team and iterate on development processes.
- Work with autonomy and perception software leaders to translate corporate strategy into detailed roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables.
- Create and deliver technical presentations explaining program initiatives to downstream teams.
- Represent the team in cross-departmental forums, with stakeholders, and in executive meetings.
- Establish standard reports for concise communication on program status, issues/risks, and accomplishments.

## Qualifications
- BS or MS degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent job experience.
- At least 10 years of experience in engineering, program management, or management consulting.
- At least 5 years of experience managing a team of technical program managers.
- Deep familiarity with autonomy software development processes & proficiency in tools like Gantt charts, risk matrices, Smartsheet, JIRA.
- Ability to maintain big picture focus and provide clear, structured communications tailored to audiences.

## Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with Perception, AI/ML, autonomous vehicles, computer vision, large language models, reinforcement learning, simulation, automotive or aerospace processes.
- Experience developing and scaling strategy, processes, plans, procedures, reporting, and handling escalations.
- Experience managing through other managers.

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