Team Lead, Vehicle Technicians
Core
Lead and scale Base Operations for Zoox's Robotaxi fleet, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and readiness for vehicle deployment.
Role type
Senior Team Lead, Vehicle Technicians (Robotaxi Fleet Operations)
Builds
Robotaxi vehicle fleet readiness, maintenance workflows, and operational infrastructure
Domain
Autonomous vehicles / Robotaxi fleet operations
Required skills
Automotive technician expertise, People leadership, SOP development, Data-driven process improvement, EHS compliance, EV systems knowledge, Root cause analysis, Stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Autonomous vehicle experience, Lean/Six Sigma, High-voltage systems, R&D/Testing environment experience, Specialized test equipment usage
Technologies
CAN/LIN architecture, Wiring diagrams, Soldering, Diagnostic tools, Specialized test equipment (NVH, vehicle dynamics, thermal, durability)
Responsibilities
Manage full team lifecycle (planning, recruiting, performance), Coach and develop technicians, Develop and enforce SOPs, Drive operational excellence via data analysis, Ensure operational readiness of tools and facilities, Champion EHS & 5S standards, Mitigate risks and lead corrective actions, Track KPIs for fleet readiness and downtime, Partner with Engineering and Test teams, Lead strategic scaling initiatives, Serve as technical escalation point
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities