Senior/staff Technical Program Manager, Driverless Highway Launch

Kodiak AI

Mountain View, CA, United States
On-site
5+ years technical program management experience
Iso 26262 functional safety execution
Iso 21448 sotif program management
Kodiak AI is seeking a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager for their Driverless Highway Launch, focusing on deploying autonomous trucking solutions. The ideal candidate will drive execution of safety-critical systems, ensuring timely and safe deployment without compromising safety standards

Job Summary

  • The primary mission is to drive the critical path to launch driverless semi-trucks on public highways safely and on schedule.
  • You will partner with Systems Engineering and Safety teams to execute ISO 26262 and ISO 21448 requirements while maintaining a living Safety Case.
  • The role demands an execution-driven leader who can use AI tools to accelerate verification processes without compromising safety standards.

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Kodiak AI is seeking a Senior/Staff Technical Program Manager for their Driverless Highway Launch, focusing on deploying autonomous trucking solutions. The ideal candidate will drive execution of safety-critical systems, ensuring timely and safe deployment without compromising safety standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years technical program management experience
  • ISO 26262 functional safety execution
  • ISO 21448 SOTIF program management
  • Safety Case development and maintenance
  • Software verification and documentation rigor
  • Cross-functional stakeholder leadership

Nice-to-have

  • AI tool integration for efficiency
  • Experience with autonomous trucking systems
  • Fluency in software architecture and testing
  • Ability to balance urgency with safety standards
  • Background in expanding operational design domains

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automotive Engineering, Robotics, CS, or Systems Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience shipping safety-critical systems
  • Deep understanding of software verification methods and architecture

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