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Nuro · 6 hours ago

Head of Programs

positionMountain View, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$235K/yr - $352K/yr

Nuro is a self-driving technology company focused on making autonomy accessible to all. The Head of Programs will lead strategic technology initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution across critical business partnerships, notably in the Robotaxi program and other vehicle initiatives.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesRoboticsTransportation
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Drive execution and program management for Nuro’s highest-priority initiatives spanning the Technology and Business Groups, focusing on commercial, vehicle, and platform partnerships, including the Robotaxi program
Identify and communicate the top risks, dependencies, and cross-functional relationships that impact execution, ensuring leaders are aligned on mitigation plans
Bring focus to the most critical issues, helping teams understand how their work contributes to overall program success
Define and manage the operating cadence across engineering, including reviews, reporting structures, and performance dashboards that drive consistency and accountability
Create meeting and decision frameworks that enable effective alignment and follow-through
Ensure priorities are clearly defined, tracked, and reported with measurable outcomes
Break down complex, multi-disciplinary technical challenges into actionable workstreams with clear dependencies and ownership
Ask the right strategic questions to create momentum and clarity around ambiguous or competing priorities
Surface tradeoffs and alternatives to enable faster, higher-quality decisions
Craft clear, high-quality communications that connect technical detail and business context for executives, board members, and partners
Ensure Nuro’s execution narrative is consistent and transparent across all stakeholders
Define and track key engineering KPIs to measure velocity, delivery health, and interdependencies
Create systems for transparent reporting so teams and executives can see progress, risks, and blockers in real time
Operate as a trusted partner to senior engineering and business leaders, ensuring teams focus on the highest-impact work
Manage cross-functional dependencies, aligning milestones across AI Platform, Autonomy, and Hardware to deliver on partnership commitments

Qualification

Technical degreeProgram managementAdvanced technology experienceCross-functional leadershipConsulting backgroundCommunication skillsRelationship-building skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Technical degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Significant experience leading complex, cross-functional technical or operational programs within engineering, product, or strategy functions at technology-driven companies
Demonstrated ability to translate highly technical work into clear execution plans and measurable outcomes
Proven success operating effectively at both the strategic and execution levels, synthesizing complexity while driving accountability and delivery
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, able to engage confidently with executives, engineers, and external partners across multiple companies
Track record of driving clarity, alignment, and forward progress across fast-moving and ambiguous environments
Experience working directly with founders or C-level executives to drive company-level priorities and operating rhythms

Preferred

MS or PhD in a technical field
Strong consulting background or experience in strategy, technical operations, or cross-functional program leadership
Experience in advanced technology domains such as robotics, autonomy, AI infrastructure, or other safety-critical systems
Experience leading or supporting programs in complex R&D or safety-critical engineering environments
Background in management consulting or business operations within high-technology or mobility sectors
Familiarity with engineering operating systems, technical governance, or large-scale program management frameworks that drive execution alignment
Experience in fast-scaling or late-stage technology companies, especially those at the intersection of software, hardware, and autonomy

Benefits

Annual performance bonus
Equity
Competitive benefits package

Company

Nuro

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Nuro is a robotics company specializing in the development of autonomous driving technologies.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Mountain View, California, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://nuro.ai

H1B Sponsorship

Nuro has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (50)
2024 (67)
2023 (91)
2022 (91)
2021 (68)
2020 (55)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.34B
Key Investors
Disney AcceleratorTiger Global ManagementT. Rowe Price
2025-08-21Series E· $97M
2025-04-09Series E· $106M
2024-04-06Secondary Market

Leadership Team

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Jiajun Zhu
Co-Founder and Co-CEO
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Dave Ferguson
Co-Founder
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