Operations Manager
Core
Lead internal remote operations and feature testing activities for autonomous vehicle development, ensuring safe execution across multiple locations and countries.
Role type
Senior Operations Manager (Autonomous Vehicle Testing)
Builds
Operational plans and execution for remote operations and feature testing
Domain
Automotive / Autonomous Vehicle Testing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
operational management, people leadership, resource planning, shift planning, performance management, KPI tracking, cross-functional stakeholder management, safety mindset, decision-making under pressure, process improvement
Preferred skills
ADAS/autonomous vehicle testing experience, vehicle testing/data collection knowledge, VSO/field engineer management, multi-country operational planning, German language skills, tools like Fleetio/Jira/Slack
Technologies
Fleetio, Jira, Slack, KPI dashboards
Responsibilities
Lead operational delivery of remote operations and feature testing; translate priorities into tactical plans; coordinate activities across locations/countries; align with stakeholders on feasibility and delivery; balance vehicle availability, staffing, and shift coverage; manage team performance, development, and wellbeing; act as escalation point for safety concerns; promote safety-first culture; use data to improve planning and delivery; support scaling of testing operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership