Shift Lead, Fusion Center Operations (1st Shift)

Company: Zoox
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

The Fusion Center Operations team at Zoox ensures our autonomous vehicle completes missions by leveraging real-time remote human context to navigate complex scenarios. We are a multi-faceted team responsible for feature product development and structured testing and serve as the operations link between operations and software departments. You will work closely with leaders within the Fleet Operations organization and assist and interact with multiple teams across the company, including TeleGuidance, PMO, User Experience, and Product. Our Shift/Team Leads are disciplined team players who believe in doing everything it takes to accomplish the mission safely. As a Fusion Center Operations Shift/Team Lead, you will lead a team of operators (rider operators, teleoperators, and mission control associates) to ensure they understand and execute both short- and long-term targets. Team Leads at Zoox are hands-on with their team, working with & alongside them daily, leading by example to ensure all software and hardware tests are executed to Zoox’s high standards. You will be the field expert for tools, features, and functions related to TeleOps workflows, coordinating and streamlining processes supporting Fleet Operations at Zoox. Shift: 1st Shift // Monday - Friday // 7am - 4pm In this role, you will: Uphold a safety-centric, inclusive, and open-communication culture and conduct written and oral performance feedback with direct reports at regular intervals Support Fleet Operations Management through process improvement across safety and efficiency for the team Work closely with other Team Leads and Program/Project Managers within FleetOps to ensure their team stays aligned with Zoox’s overall goals. Become knowledge experts on Zoox’s proprietary software related to TeleOps, Mission Control and Rider Support Interact with contractors assigned to Zoox to answer questions, provide information, and ensure they understand and execute their job assignments Support missions through a wide variety of roles Act as a “player/coach” regularly and as the first point of contact to support service escalations Qualifications 6 years of experience working in a high-level collaborative environment and promoting a teamwork mentality 3 years of experience as an Instructor or Lead within an operations team in a highly cross-functional environment. Proven ability to problem-solve and improve operational efficiency Experience working in a complex technical environment Proactive mindset and resourcefulness Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and management and explain technical issues Bonus Qualifications Bachelors degree 3 years of autonomous vehicle industry or operations experience $38 - $51 an hour Base Salary Range There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position. Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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