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May Mobility · 23 hours ago

Senior Manager, Autonomy Safety

May Mobility is transforming cities through autonomous technology to create a safer, greener, more accessible world. The Senior Manager, Autonomy Safety will lead a team focused on developing safety strategies and ensuring the safe deployment of autonomous driving systems. This role involves collaborating with engineering teams and defining safety standards in accordance with industry best practices.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesPublic TransportationSoftwareTravel
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Responsibilities

Referencing ISO 8800, ISO 21448 and AV industry best practices, develop the strategy for ensuring safe autonomous system development, deployment and maintenance
Set the strategy for how we systematically break down operational design domain components and driving behavior components and how these are validated in aggregate and on a per behavior level
Work with software, data science and systems engineering teams to ensure May Mobility safely trains new machine learning models to solve complex problems
Set the safety standard for how we prototype, test and deploy new AI solutions.Set the strategy for testing and validation of data sets and develop an assurance plan
Work with data science, systems engineering and software teams to set the strategy for how we establish safety launch targets (SPI- Safety Performance index) across vehicle behaviors and in aggregate
Create and confirm the detailed functional safety case according UL4600 and ISO26262 including a schedule to hit the company’s product launches
Own and manage the safety plan and ensure that the schedule and required artifacts are met
Train and coach the development team through every aspect of the safety plan through appropriate process and methods
Communicate with all required stakeholders to identify and define technical/ system requirements, safety requirements tied to the safety goals
Ensure that functional safety confirmation measures such as audits and assessments are planned and complete

Qualification

Autonomous Vehicle DevelopmentSafety LeadershipISO 8800ISO 21448Machine Learning & AI SafetyFunctional Safety CertificationAnalytical mindsetEnthusiasm for innovationCommunicationProblem-solving mindset

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Engineering, Computer Science or highly technical degree preferred
At least 10 years of prior experience as an engineer or in Autonomous Vehicle Development
Demonstrated Safety case management (from conception to release) in any industry preferred in AV
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Hands-on with an analytical mindset and a proven track record of problem-solving
Palpable enthusiasm for cutting-edge innovation in self-driving technologies and safety products
A high level of initiative and activation. Must be able to enthusiastically take on challenges, including those peripheral to core responsibilities when needed for project success
Machine Learning & AI Safety: ISO 8800, ISO 24118 and other applicable industry standards and best practices for autonomous vehicles, aerospace and/or robotics
An ability to clearly and concisely communicate technical concepts including root cause analysis, technical challenges and their solutions, and results backed by data
Strong problem-solving mindset and a proactive attitude towards learning and self-improvement

Preferred

Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar field
Experience in Safety Leadership (combination of two or more ISO26262, ISO 21448, ISO 21434 and UL 4600)
Functional Safety Engineer/Professional/Expert Certification
Proven track record as a Safety Manager through a complete product lifecycle
Experience with ADS integration

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans. Domestic partners who have been residing together at least one year are also eligible to participate.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Healthcare and Dependent Care Accounts available.
Rich retirement benefits, including an immediately vested employer safe harbor match.
Generous paid parental leave as well as a phased return to work.
Flexible vacation policy in addition to paid company holidays.
Total Wellness Program providing numerous resources for overall wellbeing

Company

May Mobility

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May Mobility is a manufacturing firm that designs and develops autonomous technology vehicles for self-driving transportation solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (15)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$309.58M
Key Investors
GrabITOCHU CorporationNTT Group
2025-10-23Corporate Round
2025-05-29Corporate Round· $6.96M
2023-11-07Series D· $105M

Leadership Team

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Edwin Olson
CEO
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Daisy Wall
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